Learn about butterflies
Butterflies are fascinating creatures that color our lives, especially when we plan in early spring to plant gardens with flowers that attract and feed them in our yards. Mark your calendar for April 14 when the Washington Butterfly Association and WSU Extension present a free program on buterfly natural history and butterfly gardening, 7 p.m., at the Spokane Extension Office, 222 N. Havana. Space is limited. Reserve a spot by calling (509) 477-2048 to pre-register by April 11. Info: Erik Sjoquist, erik.sjoquist@wsu.edu (509) 477-2048 or Carol Mack, cmack@wsu.edu, (509)447-2401.
Section:Gallery
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A male Blue Copper butterfly, seen at Turnbull Wildlife Refuge. Copyright John Baumann
John Baumann
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An Anicia Checkerspot that landed on John Baumann's ear (and stayed there!) while he was hiking with his wife and daughter in Glacier National Park. Copyright John Baumann
John Baumann
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A pale swallowtail butterfly posed at Mt Spokane State Park last summer along the Eagle Crest trail in the cross-country ski area. Copyright John Baumann
John Baumann
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A tiger swallowtail butterfly visits a homeowner's summer garden in Spokane near Audubon Park. Savvy nature lovers know that the right flowers can attract some striking visitors. Copyright John Baumann
John Baumann
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Two butterflies -- zerene fritillaries -- pose in August along the road near the Mount Spokane State Park's downhill ski area. Copyright John Baumann
John Baumann