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.

butterfly with wildfire for wings
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Blaugust2026 Wildfire Butterfly

The post discusses a creative project inspired by local wildfires, emphasizing gratitude for firefighting support while advocating for more resources to combat fire-related challenges.

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.

Butterfly of my hibiscus from Saturday’s post by Sheri42
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Blaugust2026 Butterfly

Create a butterfly whose wings include a bit about your day today

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.