October 2026 Photo Gallery

Sue Peterson of Alexandria, Minn., shared this calm evening scene with a family of geese gathered along the water. The sunset reflecting across the pond made a peaceful backdrop for their visit.

Grace Picka of New Prague shared these two views of a striking red sun hanging low in the hazy sky. Seen from both near and far, the unusual color made it hard to miss.

 It seems the birds were not the only ones interested in what was being served.  Gail Kloos of Dalton, Minn., caught this deer reaching up for a snack from the bird feeder.

Ryan Kaiser of Glenwood, Minn., caught Jake the dog hard at work searching for mice around some old equipment. Once Jake had his nose on the trail, there was no convincing him to look anywhere else.

Erik and Barb Peterson of Alexandria, Minn.,  photographed this monarch stopping for a meal on a blazing star bloom. The bright orange wings and purple flowers make a classic late-summer combination.

Myrna Dahlke of 

Glencoe, Minn.,  spotted this old tree stump with a surprisingly familiar shape. With a little imagination, the trunk and knots make it look like an elephant standing right in the woods.

Carolyn Enstad of Walnut Grove, Minn., captured the trees along Lower Plum Creek dressed in shades of gold and orange. The rich fall color made this wooded stretch especially inviting.

Sharla Bengtson of Wood Lake, Minn.,  photographed this woodpecker enjoying a meal at the suet feeder. Its crisp black-and-white markings stand out nicely against the soft green background.

Judy Van Heel of Avon, Minn., caught this group of wild turkeys putting on quite a display. With three toms fanning their tail feathers nearby, the lone hen seems to have plenty of attention.

John Pfeiffer of New Ulm, Minn., found this cluster of yellowjackets gathered around an outdoor fixture. There certainly was no shortage of activity in this little corner.