Astronomical spring, known as the vernal equinox, begins Friday, March 20, in the Northern Hemisphere. Meanwhile, meteorological spring is determined by calendar months and temperature cycles and usually begins March 1. As warmer temperatures beckon us outdoors, foggy skies have been in the way of viewing recent celestial events.
Northern elephant seals are departing our beaches as their annual breeding season winds down, and the smaller harbor seals are entering the quiet waters of Tomales…