Backyard Almanac

Backyard Almanac: Autumn Insect Activity

Larry Weber talks about the fall staples, and also touches on what the insects are doing right now

Backyard Almanac: Migration, Leaves, and Naming the Saw-whet Owl

Larry talks about the constant changes of autumn and details the origins of the saw-whet owl's name

Backyard Almanac: Red Leaves and Birds in the Tens of Thousands

Larry Weber talks about the first burst of leaf color and the nearly countless birds riding the thermals at Hawk Ridge

Backyard Almanac: Last of the Goldenrods, First Signs of Leaf Color

Larry Weber talks about the natural sights as summer gives way to autumn

Backyard Almanac: Migration, Changing Leaves, and Other Signs of Summer's End

Larry Weber embraces September and relishes in the birds, leaves, mushrooms, spiders, and more

Backyard Almanac: Sensational September '26

Larry Weber brings the enthusiasm for the sensational month of September

Backyard Almanac: Wrapping Up Awesome August

Larry Weber talks about the many highlights - and one disappointment - of August 2026

Backyard Almanac: Golden Days of Goldenrod

Larry Weber talks about the fantastic sights in the outdoors, including the abundance of goldenrod

Backyard Almanac: Who Says August is Autumn?

Larry Weber talks about migrating birds and how some people categorize August as an autumn month

Backyard Almanac: Foggy, Quiet Mornings

Larry Weber continues to herald Awesome August as he highlights the foggy mornings and the silence of the birds

Backyard Almanac: A Preview of Awesome August

Larry Weber laments the lack of rain in July but looks forward to the sights of August

Backyard Almanac: The Back Half of Summer

Larry Weber talks about the insects, flowers, and expectations for the latter half of summer

Backyard Almanac: Tiny Toad Time

Larry Weber passes on talking about the smoke and focuses on the plants and animals of July

Backyard Almanac: Marking 90 Years Since the Hottest Summer

Larry Weber talks about the insects and reptiles that are all around, and he heralds 90 years since the hottest week in Duluth's history

Backyard Almanac: Heat on the Horizon

Larry Weber talks about the signs of summer, including the inevitable rise in temps

Backyard Almanac: On the Edge of Summer

Judy Gibbs fills in for Larry Weber and talks about summer sightings

Backyard Almanac: Rain Falls Down, Plants Grow Up

Larry Weber talks about the positive impact of the recent rainfall

Backyard Almanac: Rain, Rain, Come Our Way

Larry Weber talks about the precipitation stats, the new month, and all of the growing ahead

Backyard Almanac: Summer Signs Not On Your Calendar

Larry Weber talks about the shift from blooming spring to the many different beginnings of summer

Backyard Almanac: The Progression of Spring

Larry Weber talks about spring in the Northland.