The cold of winter definitely returned in December, however that came with very little snow.  Visitors have still been coming out to enjoy the Sanctuary trails and experience the sights and sounds of winter.  Everyone’s favorites – the Redpolls have been seen in the area and a Great Horned Owl was seen perched on the top of a poplar tree just beside the parking lot late one evening.  Moose tracks also continue to appear – it is incredible how large their footprints really are!