The Northern Flicker is a woodpecker with a number of unique characteristics that set it apart from other members of this family. One significant difference is that flickers migrate. The extent of the migration varies based on where the birds
Gray Catbirds – Shy Mimics
From May to September, you will undoubtedly hear a cat-like sound in Crow Island Woods that is not coming from cat. It is coming from a Gray Catbird. The mewing noise is often very faint but it is quite unmistakable
Village Approves Purchase of Two Temporary Pumps
In case you missed it — you might well have, since there were only two people in the audience! — The Winnetka Village Council approved the purchase of two temporary stormwater pumps at their September 6 meeting. The Village previously had
NOAA Study: Global Warming Increased Gulf Superstorms by 40%
A study released on September 7th by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the scientific partnership World Weather Attribution says that human-caused climate warming has increased the chances of big storms on the central U.S. Gulf Coast like those that
Hummers in Crow Island Woods
Found only in the Western Hemisphere, hummingbirds are one of the largest bird families in the World with approximately 320 species. Of these, 150 have been seen in North America but less than 20 species nest here. The Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Red-winged Blackbirds Abound
Red-wing Blackbirds. You’ve heard them. You’ve seen them. There is no shortage in Crow Island Woods or in the rest of North America. Some describe red-wings as noisy but others relish their songs and calls as harbingers of spring. They
Request a Yard Sign!
If you’d like to share the word about Crow Island Woods in your neighborhood with a lovely Save Crow Island Woods yard sign, fill out the form below and we’d be delighted to drop one off at your home!
Northfield launched free rain barrel program in June
On June 21, the Village of Northfield launched a free rain barrel program at no cost to the Village or residents. Rain barrels can improve the health of the plants and animals in your yard (chlorinated water isn’t as good for them
An Earful of Cedar Waxwings
If you’ve been in Crow Island Woods during the last couple weeks, you’ve likely heard if not seen Cedar Waxwings. They are said to wander in search of fruit rather than migrate so while they can be in the area
Caucus Survey Due 8/3 Contains Stormwater Question
The Winnetka Caucus Council Annual Survey is currently being conducted and there is an important question (Question #14) which relates to the Strand Proposal and altering the Crow Island Woods by deforesting a significant portion of the woods and turning