Waiting for the Meadowlark

Waiting for the Meadowlark

Story and Photos by Elaine Kennedy The western meadowlark (Sturnella neglecta) is one of the most iconic birds of the prairies. Easily identified by their distinctive yellow chest, their abundance, and by their sweet, melodic song that echoes throughout the plains...
Family Game Night

Family Game Night

By Eric AndrewsA card is slapped down on the table.  It’s a Guard, and Ryan, our crew boss, jabs his finger towards me. Playing the Guard means he must guess who I am, and if he guesses correctly, I’m finished. “You’re the...
A Blue Marble to Say “Thank You”

A Blue Marble to Say “Thank You”

A few weeks ago, ASC’s Executive Director Gregg Treinish was honored by receiving a letter and a blue marble from Jacob Almengor, a fifth grader from Munsey Elementary School in Bakersfield, California.”I wish I could be out there with you really...