Woodpeckers be peckin'

 

Miika reports impressive pileated woodpecker activity this spring. This is one day's work on a 16-inch diameter log!

Mountain Gardens Fire

 

As many people know by now, Mountain Gardens, the botanical wonderland and herbal apothecary created over decades by Joe Hollis and many friends was hit by a fire that destroyed the main common building, which housed the library, the herb shop, and the kitchen. The plan is to build a similar structure in the same spot. If you would like to contribute financially, there is a gofundme page here.

The website also says this: "We are in the process of creating a list of things people could donate as well. Check back soon. It will be posted and updated here. If you would like to help with the clean-up, we will be having group work sessions on Wednesday afternoons and some weekends. Thank you to everyone who has contributed."