I got to watch the Gwinnett Stripers, the Atlanta Braves’ Triple-A affiliate, play a home game at Coolray Field. The stadium felt a little more artificial than other stadiums, but had great amenities, good sightlines, and easy access. But best of all was the baseball. Triple A baseball is funny because there’s usually a few major leaguers playing (usually due to recovery or from getting called up to cover an injured player).
Bees are such a win-win-win. These hives are in a clearing in Smithgall Woods State Park. They are maintained by Ally Bees Honey (who I highly recommend for local Georgia honey). They pollinate the wildflowers, native plants, and wildlife food plots…all while creating so much extra honey.
Roses in the neighborhood are the absolute best. Kudos to anyone who plants them along the sidewalk, just far enough to prevent thorns interactions, but close enough to appreciate the color and varietal.
I never notice Redbuds until the Spring, when they really show out.
I love the trend of unique names for Minor League Baseball teams. And I’m really loving the re-naming of the…
Looking over the pond at Kubota Garden in Seattle, Washington
This photo is of the South River as it leaves the City of Atlanta on its way through Panola Mountain…
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I’m Nate Shivar from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. I love nature, public lands, books, and the old-school Internet.
