26 Nebraskaland • November 2022
contrast to their surroundings, adding pleasing accents to
the increasingly muted landscape. Upon close inspection,
the complex architecture of each structure is eminently
functional but also beautiful — like a finely crafted piece of
furniture.
Don't give up on the season just because the leaves have
fallen and the nip in the air is starting to feel like a full-blown
bite. A November hike might provide glimpses of hardy
animals sticking around for the coming cold or others just
showing up from places where winter is even more frigid. If
you're especially observant, though, and can tune in to the
late autumn ambience, you'll discover much more. Artifacts
