#Raccoon April 17
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In April 2025, many of us are joining the 30-Day Nature Observation Challenge. Each day, the goal is to share an observation—a plant, animal, or sound—experienced while spending time outdoors. Wise individuals have noted that observing nature enhances mindfulness, reduces stress, and deepens our appreciation for life’s interconnectedness—a challenge well worth accepting.
Today, my observation is on a RACCOON.
As we embark on our 64th consecutive monthly challenge, Jeff Neelon, Jaclyn Donovan, and I feel ready to inspire others to join us. Step outside and let nature awaken your senses—breathe in the fresh air, feel the warmth of the sun, and listen as the world comes alive. Every moment outdoors is a chance to reset, recharge, and reconnect with the beauty around you.
Nature Observation 30-Day Challenge Guidelines
As with previous challenges, participants are encouraged to adapt the guidelines to fit their own circumstances. Commit to spending time outdoors for the next 30 days, observing a new plant, animal, or sound each day.
- Record your observations to track your journey.
- Share your findings with a challenge partner if you have one.
- Join the conversation by posting on social media with the hashtag #Coach4adayChallenge.
Observation #17-Racoon
Back on April 4, 2025, I shared a post about my digital camera bird feeder and some great shots of a Cardinal. Well, over the past few nights—between 2:30 and 4:00 AM—I’ve had a very different kind of visitor. It’s not a bird this time, but a raccoon who seems to have developed a taste for bird seed!
My defensive strategy has been to only put a small amount of bird seed in the feeder and see if that keeps him/her away. I can hear some of you saying to the raccoon “you are the reason why we can’t have nice things” Will keep you posted if my small portion controls strategy is successful.
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