Prairie Dog Mapping

Prairie Dog Mapping

Writing and Photography by Peter Lu DetwilerASC Landmark Crew MemberThe prairie’s vast sea of grass supports large grazing species, from pronghorn antelope, mule deer and elk to bison. However, ungulates are not the keystone species in this diverse ecosystem;...
On the River, with Paintbrush and Paddle

On the River, with Paintbrush and Paddle

Watercolors by Sara Dykman​ASC Microplastics Adventurer The Missouri River Breaks is home to rock formations made by time, water and wind. We stretched our legs and enjoyed the view from Hole in the Wall. In July, six paddlers set off to follow the water for...

The Sandhill Crane Migration

Writing and Video by Nika Slade​ASC Landmark Crew MemberThe change of the seasons is coming, and the flight of the sandhill cranes is an exciting indicator. Walking our weekly transects, we have heard their harmonizing honk—a rolling bugle sometimes miles...