— Subscribe to this topic on PagosaSUN.comClean birdhouses in the fall to increase spring nesting
Archuleta County enjoys many species of migrating birds each spring, and many of us construct birdhouses to encourage their nesting. To help prevent disease and predators, cleaning birdhouses is recommended…
Pumpkins: A staple of the fall season
By Dana Hayward PREVIEW Columnist Pumpkins are a symbol of the fall harvest season and are an important part of many seasonal holidays and traditions. These winter squash, native to…
Have fun and stay safe on Halloween
By Liz Haynes Special to The PREVIEW Halloween is an exciting holiday for school-aged kids and many of us who are kids at heart. Children enjoy picking out their costume,…
Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning
As the weather turns colder and heating systems are turned on, some for the first time of the season, the potential for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning increases. Understand how to…
Youth to celebrate National 4-H Week
More than 6 million young people across the country will celebrate National 4-H Week, an annual celebration of 4-H during the first full week of October. During this week, Archuleta…
Fall pasture weed inventory: a start to improving production
Fall is a good time to assess your pasture condition as we go into the winter season. This is especially important when it comes to your weed management strategies. Identifying…
Take in the color of autumn
Fall is my favorite time of year. The nights are cold, but the days are warm and the color, well, it’s just spectacular. Where does this color come from? The…
Plant bulbs and corms now for early spring blooms
The days are getting noticeably shorter, the sun’s light is lower in the sky and the official start of fall is only days away. It might be difficult to think…
Season extenders: Growing season isn’t over yet
Given that the frost-free dates with 50 percent probability are June 22 and Sept. 7, the average outdoor growing season in the Pagosa Springs area is a short 77 days.…
Back-to-school tips for parents and students
For families in Archuleta County, the start of school can be an exciting and sometimes stressful time. But there are many things that parents can do to ease the anxiety…
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