After a year of seeing nothing of the sort (2020 was a bummer) the riverboats are now coming through again. This one named the America has made many trips through Muscatine over the years. Its a great descendent of the very first Mississippi riverboat, the New Orleans, which launched in 1811. Time flies they say…but … Read more
The old timers called this “heat lightning”. Hot and muggy days led to hot and muggy nights, that are so typical of Iowa summers. And this is prime time for lightning that makes no sound…no rumble, no crackling…it’s just eerily quiet. On this night it was superb…numerous, almost constant flashes that lasted for several hours. … Read more
Most people would assume that winter does not bring a bounty of food with it for eagles. And no doubt, it is a challenging time for survival for most things as the temperatures plummet. For those that make it through the harshest days however, there is a buffet waiting as the ice melts. Fish, some … Read more
Mark Twain most likely made the Mississippi River sunsets famous in Muscatine. In truth though, some have been blazing incredible spectacles long before his arrival, and long after his departure. But his sentiment is appreciated. I have had the pleasure of witnessing many myself over the years…and none are quite like those that follow … Read more
The Osprey is an enjoyable bird to watch. They consume only fish, so you’ll find them around water. Lakes, rivers, ponds all work for them…as long as fish are found…they may spot one from high up and plunge, feet first, into the water to grab the top swimmers. The Osprey was greatly diminished in Iowa … Read more
You can’t really go wrong spending the evening down by the river. Mark Twain apparently found inspiration from doing so, and he didn’t turn out so bad. The thing about a river, any river really, is that it’s usually the life blood of any region it runs through. This goes for wildlife, and all manner … Read more