Aaron Horrell

Through the Woods: A fantastic sunset

Feb. 15

Through the Woods: A fantastic sunsetWinter may seem dreary, but its sunsets are often vibrant. Discover the stunning array of colors that can light up the sky just before sundown, even in the coldest months.

Through the Woods: A lucky unlucky bird

Feb. 8

Through the Woods: A lucky unlucky birdA cold January day turned into a rescue mission for a white-breasted nuthatch that hit a window. Facing freezing temperatures and lurking predators, the bird was saved by a quick-thinking artist.

Through the Woods: A natural beauty

Feb. 1

Through the Woods: A natural beautyDiscover the red-bellied woodpecker, a vital resident of Southeast Missouri forests. Known for its distinctive drilling, this songbird not only feeds on insects, but also creates habitats for other wildlife.

Through the Woods: Snow in the woods

Jan. 25

Through the Woods: Snow in the woodsExperience the beauty of a snowy Southeast Missouri landscape through the eyes of artist and outdoorsman Aaron Horrell. Discover how a winter storm transforms native wild grapevines into captivating scenes.

Through the Woods: A winter closeup

Jan. 18

Through the Woods: A winter closeupA winter ice storm in Southeast Missouri created stunning, rare scenes of icicles and snow on deciduous holly, but also caused widespread power outages and damage to trees, including a friend's beloved holly.

Through the Woods: Freezing rain can look cool

Jan. 11

Through the Woods: Freezing rain can look coolFreezing rain can cause havoc, but it also creates stunning natural art. On Jan. 5, icicles formed on hazelnut tree catkins, revealing intricate designs amid the winter chaos.

Through the Woods: Below the woods

Jan. 4

Through the Woods: Below the woodsMissouri, with more than 7,000 caves, is a spelunker's paradise, second only to Tennessee. Discover fascinating cave formations such as stalagmites and stalactites, and unique blind cave-dwelling creatures.

Through the Woods: A partridge in a pear tree?

Dec. 28, 2024

Through the Woods: A partridge in a pear tree?A Christmas carol may sing of partridges in pear trees, but in Southeast Missouri, it's the bobwhite quail that reigns. Learn about this official state game bird and its unique habits in the wild.

Through the Woods: A beautiful pair

Dec. 21, 2024

Through the Woods: A beautiful pairA striking photo captures a pair of northern cardinals enduring a snowy December day. These lifelong mates, with their vibrant red and buff plumage, brave the cold, delighting bird enthusiasts with their resilience.

Through the Woods: A sad picture

Dec. 14, 2024

Through the Woods: A sad pictureA poignant Christmas Day photo captures the shell of a deceased three-toed box turtle, highlighting its winter survival strategies. Learn about the turtle's brumation and the photographer's artistic background.

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