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unravel the mysteries of nature in winter.

The common clotbur or cocklebur (.Xanthium chinense), which can catch a ride on an unsuspecting passerby, takes on newr beauty 1 and is easier to avoid) in winter snow.

Snow shows tracks and signs of an animal's foraging, which are often harder (if not impossible* to spot without the snow.

Pam Ouen is a freelance writer, editor and photographer, and owner of Night hawk Communications. Her curiosity has led her all oier the country and to a variety of jobs, including reporter, documentary film producer, ranch hand and bartender. She can be reached by email at NighthawkComm@ earthlink.net or by phone at 540636-9289.

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