Hot Bog Goss

 Hi Folks, A reader sent me a mushroom for identification. I am flummoxed and could use your help. Can anyone identify this mushroom? Let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com or leave a comment. The Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, I have a report of a Lincoln's Sparrow found on the bog. These birds are famously hard to spot and are often discovered in the brush on the ground. You can learn more information here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lincoln%27s_sparrow If you see one, let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com or leave a comment. Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, I'm receiving reports of a greater variety of mushrooms sprouting up on the bog. Someone sent a picture of coprinus micaceus, which they are quoted as writing it reminds them of a mushroom village. In another report, due to the high water level one can really see the engineering behind the bog's water flow. Water is visibly flowing from the bog through culverts draining North and Northeast within the bog water overflow ditches. Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, I've been hearing reports that all this rain is raising the water in the bog too unseasonable levels. The water level at the Lillie Pad lake are past the overlook. The North bridge now crosses noticeably high water in the water ditch. This is of course due to the record breaking rainfall we have received in July and August. If you have any updates of the natural happenings of Baxter Bog do not hesitate to email me at hotboggoss@gmail.com The Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, I have a report of a family of bears spotted on the North Side of the bog. The report says that it's a momma bear with three cubs. Please use caution while walking along the bog. If you have any more updates please email me at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com

 Hi Folks, I have a report from an enthusiastic reader of the blog (with a picture) that the leaves are beginning to yellow at Baxter Bog. While I'm honored to have a devoted fan of Hot Bog Goss, I think we can all agree it's too soon to be marveling at yellow leaves. If you have anything to report please email me at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, I have received reports of mushrooms sprouting along the bog. Apparently the most noticeable  are the Aminita Muscaria, which are the mushrooms with the beautiful orange to red fruiting body. For more information on mushrooms in the bog you can peruse the delightfully informative board made by the fifth grade Anchorage Waldorf School by the bridge on the North side of the bog. If you have any updates do not hesitate to let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com. The Baxter Bog Birder

 Hi Folks, This is the Baxter Bog Birder providing you with the natural news you need to know around Baxter Bog in Anchorage Alaska. If this is a spot you like to walk then this blog is for you. Come here for the seasonal happenings occurring at Baxter Bog. And if you have a report for Baxter bog then let me know at hot.bog.goss@gmail.com