August 11, 2026
Remembering a Great Writer
This month marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of J.A. Baker, the British author who wrote “The Peregrine,” the…

A sandhill crane was at the Celery Farm from 8:20 a.m. to 9:20 a.m. today.
Jim Kuehlke was the crane-eyed birder who saw it first.
It was visible at a distance from the Pirie Platform.
This photo was by Jerry Barrack.
The crane has only been seen twice before at the Celery Farm.
More info on sandhill cranes here.