Category Archives: Lake Zorinsky

When the sh*te hits the asphalt

Posted on 27 October 2013 by Steve Caplan

It’s a beautiful day in Omaha, Nebraska. Autumn foliage is spectacular this year, likely due to decent rains and very gradual temperature drops. So I took my favorite dog, and headed off to my favorite nearby lake. I am a … Continue reading →

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Cold Turkey

Posted on 30 September 2012 by Steve Caplan

Why did the turkeys cross the road? How on earth would I know? They aren’t exactly the most brilliant species alive…

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Resurgence and Resilience

Posted on 15 August 2011 by Steve Caplan

There’s nothing like nature on a fine weekend to revitalize oneself after a rough week in the trenches laboffice. This weekend, we began Friday evening with a trip to the Neale Woods observatory to view the night sky telescopically–in particular … Continue reading →

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