Archive for the ‘Naturally Speaking’ Category
Ice Caution
By Steve Lekwa The past week brought sad news that three Iowans have died after falling through thin or possibly weak ice. Even thick ice can become soft when it – Continue reading…
Conservation Updates
By Steve Lekwa I spent part of the morning visiting with some of my old conservation coworkers. It has been a good fall to get outdoor work done, and several – Continue reading…
Enjoy the common but watch for the unusual
By Steve Lekwa The second shotgun deer season will close on Dec. 18. A few hunters will hang on for the late antlerless deer season that runs until Jan. 29. – Continue reading…
Thankful for simple things
By Steve Lekwa Consider the simple stick, if you will. Almost everyone who looks out the window sees millions of them every day, and yet we seldom notice them at – Continue reading…
Fall Building Boom
By Steve Lekwa You may not have noticed, but there’s a building boom going on. Unfortunately, this boom wasn’t triggered by an upturn in the area’s economy. It was triggered – Continue reading…
Fall Contrasts and Activities
By Steve Lekwa My wife and I spent a recent evening on Hickory Grove Lake in the boat. The temperature held in the 60s and it was nearly calm as – Continue reading…
Naturally Speaking/Invasive Trends
By Steve Lekwa It’s been said that trends often start on the coasts and move inland. The statement referred to clothing styles and other human activities, but it appears to – Continue reading…
Naturally Speaking
Thermoregulation in the wild By Steve Lekwa Iowa is well known for its occasionally extreme climate conditions. Most of us can retreat to heated or air-conditioned buildings and vehicles when – Continue reading…
Naturally Speaking
Anglers like Big Fish By Steve Lekwa Anglers have always paid a lot of attention to size. I remember my brother and I painting a ruler on top of an – Continue reading…
