As you know by now, this story started with the sett of the Injured Badger, who passed away due to his injury two winters ago. His sett lay dormant and abandoned for almost two years, when it was discovered by a young badger, whom I now call Bandit the Badger. Bandit’s work to refurbish the … Continue reading “Preparing for Fox Cubs’ First Venture Out of the Den”
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From Toxic to Medicinal: Discovering the Diversity of Springtime Plants
As the winter’s icy grip loosens its hold, a remarkable transformation takes place in the natural world. Delicate shoots emerge from the thawing ground, revealing a stunning array of plants that bring life and vibrancy to the awakening landscape. Welcome to “Spring’s Awakening,” a captivating video journey that delves into the enchanting world of plants … Continue reading “From Toxic to Medicinal: Discovering the Diversity of Springtime Plants”
The Circle of Life in the Woods: The Heartwarming Story of Two Badgers
Once upon a time, in the heart of a lush and vibrant forest, there lived an old badger. He was full of life, and had spent many a winter digging out his sett to make it fit for his life. One fall, while preparing for the long and harsh winter ahead, he got injured and … Continue reading “The Circle of Life in the Woods: The Heartwarming Story of Two Badgers”
Unexpected Roommates: Badgers and Foxes Share Sett
After I found out that a young badger has taken over the sett of an old badger who had passed away due to an injury, I discovered there was a side entrance to the sett on a nearby slope which also showed signs of being used. I set up a trail camera to monitor the … Continue reading “Unexpected Roommates: Badgers and Foxes Share Sett”
Bandit the Badger Caught on Trail Camera with a Friend
The Injured Badger Hole Adventure is not over until it’s over. Bandit the Badger decided that the old sett deserves a new lease on life and made the adventure go on. After reclaiming the abandoned sett and cleaning it up for him to call home, my trail camera captured the moment when Bandit was joined … Continue reading “Bandit the Badger Caught on Trail Camera with a Friend”
Harvesting Young Stinging Nettle in Early Spring: A Nutritious and Medicinal Delight
Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) is a plant known for its stinging leaves, but also for its numerous health benefits. These plants have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries, and modern science has confirmed their many health benefits. In this article, I will discuss the health benefits of stinging nettles, and why it’s beneficial to … Continue reading “Harvesting Young Stinging Nettle in Early Spring: A Nutritious and Medicinal Delight”
Sett of Injured Badger Gets New Lease on Life After Laying Dormant for Year and a Half
In the fall two winters ago, during one of my regular walks through the woods, I stumbled upon an animal den on a sloping area deep within the forest. I set up a trail camera there to identify the resident, and it turned out to be a European Badger (Meles Meles). I started monitoring the … Continue reading “Sett of Injured Badger Gets New Lease on Life After Laying Dormant for Year and a Half”
All About St. John’s Wort – How to Identify + Health Benefits
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum Perforatum) is a medicinal herb with centuries of documented use. It is a perennial plant with simple leaves and golden yellow flowers which form rich inflorescences. St. John’s Wort is widespread in Europe, Asia and North Africa. In contemporary medicine, St. John’s Wort is mainly used in the treatment of depression … Continue reading “All About St. John’s Wort – How to Identify + Health Benefits”
Scarce Swallowtails Pollinating Field Thistle with Widow-Maker Creaking in Background
The Scarce Swallowtail (Iphiclides Podalirius) is one of the largest butterflies in Central Europe. It was once quite bountiful, but is getting rarer and rarer. This year is a severe drought year, but despite the growing scarcity of the Scarce Swallowtail, I see them from time to time on the meadows. On my latest run … Continue reading “Scarce Swallowtails Pollinating Field Thistle with Widow-Maker Creaking in Background”
Ajuga Reptans (Bugle, or Bugleweed) – Edible and Medicinal but Underappreciated
In this video I talk about Ajuga Reptans, a plant commonly known as Buggle or Buggleweed. This plant is edible and has a long history of medicinal use, but despite all its potential, it remains vastly unappreciated by herbalists and the general public alike. Ajuga Reptans Much as the Ground Ivy which I introduced to … Continue reading “Ajuga Reptans (Bugle, or Bugleweed) – Edible and Medicinal but Underappreciated”