Captured by Judi Aus on the grounds of the historic Mark Prairie Schoolhouse, these Snowberries (Symphoricarpos albus) are a beautiful but toxic native plant. While their white berries are harmful to humans, they provide an important food source for birds in the winter months. The resilient Snowberry bush is a reminder of the natural beauty that has thrived here for generations.

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