spider

I thought our freezing cold climate made us safe from these poisonous creatures. I had no idea that they are native to Minnesota. Here's what to watch out for.

We've had a ton of these spiders on our hunting property over the years. A lot of people don't realize we have these big suckers around.

Yes, you read that right.

This isn't the type of passenger who should get a ride with you.

Think about it, there are a lot of things sold in the produce department that don’t look edible. for example a kiwi, star fruit or a pomegranate. Of course, we learn from others that these are indeed edible, but what about the “fruit” you see in the picture, these are found in the produce department. They have a variety of names, Hedge Balls, Osage Orange and Hedge Apples. But, don’t eat them! Rea

When I first got the call that the Lake Superior Zoo wanted to come for a visit with a tarantula, I didn't think it would be that big of a deal.  Boy, was I wrong!  Ken was freaking out to the point of literally making audible sounds that I've never heard come out of his mouth before.  That made me even more brave to have Rosie crawl on my arm...well, sorta brave.

About two weeks ago my daughter, Kylee, texted me that she thought she had a disease.  That prompted a phone call from mom!  I found out that she had what looked like a bite with the skin around it hardening.  I suggested a visit to the doctor, but she was busy with work, school and getting ready to leave for Spring Break.  Until the next day when it got worse.

You've heard of Spider-Man, but let us now introduce you to Spider-Dog.