Great Mullein: tall plant on the shrub steppe; considered a weed. not native
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Blaugust2026 Great Mullein

Great Mullein, a Eurasian wildflower, thrives in disturbed dry areas, blooming tall spikes but considered a minor weed nuisance in grazing lands.

rush skeletonweed: Chondrilla juncea of the family Asteraceae; a noxious weed
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Blaugust2026 Skeletonweed

Rush skeletonweed is a noxious plant overrunning native species in eastern Washington and North America.

August 19; smokey skies over Lake Roosevelt; rock tower at right; filtered sunlight
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Blaugust2026 Still Smoky

Smoky skies from nearby wildfires affect Lake Roosevelt views, yet people and dogs continue enjoying the area.

praying mantis upside down on bunch grass blade.
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Blaugust2026 Praying Mantis

A praying mantis was discovered at Crescent Bay, featuring a unique ear cavity and surprising adaptations.

August 2 2026 Banks Lake; Steamboat Rock State Park
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Blaugust2026 Smoke in the Skies

The article discusses the worsening fire season due to climate change, highlighting drought impacts, wildfire frequency, and governmental issues.

Williams Flats Fire across from Lincoln community on Lake Roosevelt looking north to Colville Reservation on August 2, 2019 8:17 PM by Sheri Edwards
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Blaugust2026 Wildfire 2019 and Today

The Williams Flats Fire in 2019 highlighted the growing threat of wildfires exacerbated by climate change, with larger fires burning faster and the risk of subsequent flooding posing additional dangers.

Hibiscus
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Blaugust2026 Hibiscus

Hibiscus on the porch, saved from mule deer nibbling.

The sun through Washington State wildfire smoke in calm weather, reflecting the landscape at Crescent Lake in Grand Coulee.
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Blaugust2026 Lake Reflections

Crescent Lake reflects wildfire smoke, highlighting loss and gratitude for firefighters as the Kaiser Canyon fire nears containment.

'Morning Mom! says the cat after tipping over the coffee mug by Sheri42
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BLAugust2026 The Cat

unique personalities of cats: focusing on IttyBitty's quirky and changing nature as an affectionate rescue

Make your day purrfect: orange cat
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Blaugust2026 August 3 Doodle Time Perfect

vibrant digital acrylics as part of Peggy Dean's retreat, reflecting on personal feelings and the pursuit of a perfect day amid humor and pets