Down to 5 C in Calgary a couple of nights ago, 1 C at Millerville 30 miles away and freezing in low-lying areas. Time to think about winter preparations.

Jack rabbits (hares) are common in Calgary in winter. They may dig out shallow depressions in which to rest. Some people complain about this, but any damage in my yard has been minimal, usually a couple of spots near tree bases. In winter, they are white. They seem to subsist on the dead plant matter in winter, and I have not heard of them damaging dormant shrubs.