Hot Bog Goss

 Hi folks, Despite all the snow on the ground, it's spring time at Baxter Bog. And I have received a  stunning report of no less than 8 Sandhill Cranes on the bog. This is a very rare occurrence and I hope you get a chance to see them. Please email anything you see on the bog at hotboggoss@gmail.com Baxter Bog Border

 Hi Folks, I just received a report of a flock Bohemian Waxwings on the bog. Super exciting! They love to eat the old frozen berries on the trees. Hopefully they stay in the area for a while. If you discover any natural happenings on Baxter Bog, let me know at hotboggoss@gmail.com. Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, The bog is now laden with two storm's worth of snow. While the bog looks incredible with all of this fresh snow, traversing it is rough. So thank you to everyone who are making tracks for the rest of us to enjoy the snowy wonderland.

 Hi Folks, There couldn't be more snow right now. The bog is practically unwalkable due to how heavy and deep the snow is today. Good luck out there: https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2022/12/07/anchorage-sees-snowiest-december-day-more-than-2-decades/

 Hi Folks, Stay vigilant on the bog. I have just received a report of mama black bear and 3 cubs still wandering around on the bog. Be careful!

 Hi Folks, Well it's officially time to say goodbye to Autumn as we watch the bog freeze over. I hope everyone is able to find their warm winter gear from storage. If you have any hot goss about Baxter Bog let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, It's the first snow of the season on the Bog. I guess it's time to find our winter boots and warm coats, and start tromping around on the Bog trail. If you have any hot goss about Baxter Bog do not hesitate to email me at Hot.Bog.Goss@gmail.com Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folk, I'm excited to announce that I received a report of a swan couple resting in the lake in the middle of the bog. They will be gone soon as they continue their migration South, so get to the bog and take in these majestic creatures as soon as you can. If you have an hot goss on Baxter Bog let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, Welp it's safe to say that it's fall on the bog. I have recieved reports of cotton wood losing most of their leaves and the birch is well on the way. Looking forward to hearing a report or two on geese getting ready to leave for the winter.

 Hi Folks, I received a report of a possible Wilson's Warbler on the Bog today. This is exciting because they were supposed to have migrated South by now. So keep an eye out for one. If you see anything interesting on the Bog please let me know at Hot.Bog.Goss@gmail.com. Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, Reports are minimal as we move into September. So I wanted to showcase a common bird you can see on the bog; the Steller's Jay. This Blue bird makes South Alaska its home all year round. But they do move around and don't necessarily stay in Baxter Bog the way Chikadees and Nut Hatches reside on the bog.  While these blue beauties are fun to look at they are less fun to hear. Their harsh and unsettling screech was once described to me as a "dull saw failing to cut through wood" by a fellow birder. Here is more information about them from the Audubon Society . As always if you have any information about the natural and seasonal happenings on Baxter Bog, please let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com Baxter Bog Birder P.S. A group of Steller's Jays is often called a Party or a Band.

 Hi Folks, A reader sent me a mushroom for identification. I am flummoxed and could use your help. Can anyone identify this mushroom? Let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com or leave a comment. The Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, I have a report of a Lincoln's Sparrow found on the bog. These birds are famously hard to spot and are often discovered in the brush on the ground. You can learn more information here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lincoln%27s_sparrow If you see one, let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com or leave a comment. Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, I'm receiving reports of a greater variety of mushrooms sprouting up on the bog. Someone sent a picture of coprinus micaceus, which they are quoted as writing it reminds them of a mushroom village. In another report, due to the high water level one can really see the engineering behind the bog's water flow. Water is visibly flowing from the bog through culverts draining North and Northeast within the bog water overflow ditches. Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, I've been hearing reports that all this rain is raising the water in the bog too unseasonable levels. The water level at the Lillie Pad lake are past the overlook. The North bridge now crosses noticeably high water in the water ditch. This is of course due to the record breaking rainfall we have received in July and August. If you have any updates of the natural happenings of Baxter Bog do not hesitate to email me at hotboggoss@gmail.com The Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, I have a report of a family of bears spotted on the North Side of the bog. The report says that it's a momma bear with three cubs. Please use caution while walking along the bog. If you have any more updates please email me at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com

 Hi Folks, I have a report from an enthusiastic reader of the blog (with a picture) that the leaves are beginning to yellow at Baxter Bog. While I'm honored to have a devoted fan of Hot Bog Goss, I think we can all agree it's too soon to be marveling at yellow leaves. If you have anything to report please email me at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, I have received reports of mushrooms sprouting along the bog. Apparently the most noticeable  are the Aminita Muscaria, which are the mushrooms with the beautiful orange to red fruiting body. For more information on mushrooms in the bog you can peruse the delightfully informative board made by the fifth grade Anchorage Waldorf School by the bridge on the North side of the bog. If you have any updates do not hesitate to let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com. The Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, This is the Baxter Bog Birder providing you with the natural news you need to know around Baxter Bog in Anchorage Alaska. If this is a spot you like to walk then this blog is for you. Come here for the seasonal happenings occurring at Baxter Bog. And if you have a report for Baxter bog then let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com