Raise! Raising monarchs is the most exciting, interesting, healthy and inspiring summer hobby for people from 2 to 102. The hunt for eggs, caterpillars, and food gets you out of the house, away from your screen, and into the natural … Continue reading
As more of us get our covid shots, we can envision our world after covid. I for one, can’t wait to book my next trip. If visiting the overwintering sanctuaries is on your bucket list, I recommend booking sooner than … Continue reading
This winter, I spent endless hours scouring the trails and woods in search of cocoons. I found few prizes, and have had to satisfy myself with fungi, old nests, and way too many gypsy moth egg cases. If you are … Continue reading
At this time of year, even if you didn’t have covid fever (I mean CABIN) fever, you might be itching for monarch season to start. I certainly am. Well, my friend, it is already in full swing in Texas, and … Continue reading
When he was 12, Cameron was helping out at Hawk Cliff Migration weekends. He gave Audrey and me a personal tour of the monarch meadow. Cameron is 16 years old and lives in London, Ontario. His interest in monarch butterflies … Continue reading
I am overwhelmed with mixed feelings as caterpillar season comes to a close. One by one, I clean my rearing containers, as the last of my butterflies start their new life by soaring out my kitchen window. I still check … Continue reading
Welcome to the club. You have raised your first monarchs. While there is so much more to learn, you’ve picked up a lot, and you are exploding to share. In fact, your friends may have been encouraging you to talk … Continue reading
Now that I’m … mature… tours are my preferred way to travel. I like to leave my brains at home, and just enjoy that someone else is taking care of all the details, knows what to do in an emergency, … Continue reading
In 2015, I took my first trip to see the monarchs at their overwintering grounds in Mexico. I wanted to experience the sight of tens of thousand of monarchs at a time, roosting and flying. But I was also on … Continue reading
There are four main sanctuaries for tourists, El Rosario, Sierra Chincua, Piedra Herrada, and Cerro Pelon. Based on interviews and personal experiences, I’m going to rank them for you. I invite your feedback, and I will post updates based on … Continue reading