Dog Days of Summer

By Dick Nethercut, Craig Johnson and Julie Fryer, August 20, 2024

A bright green tree frog nestles in for a little rest. (Photo by Dick Nethercut)

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Lewiston-Altura’s catcher waits to make the play on a perfect day for baseball. (Photo by Craig Johnson)

Early August sunset over the hills in Wiscoy Valley. (Photo by Julie Fryer)

Two deer come out into the field for an evening meal after a hot summer day. (Photo by Julie Fryer)

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Contributors

Dick Nethercut

Dick Nethercut is a lawyer retired from private practice. He currently serves on several boards of directors for economic development and nonprofit organizations.

Craig Johnson

When not otherwise drumming with area musicians or assisting customers at Rushford’s Ace Hardware, Craig Johnson’s photographer’s eye focuses on the region’s picturesque scenery and its sports teams. Look for his work in a variety of regional publications.

Julie Fryer

Julie Fryer is a marketing and writing consultant who helps small businesses and nonprofits navigate the digital world. She lives in Chatfield, Minn. and is an avid gardener, sugarmaker and camper with a full bookshelf of to-be-read books. Julie is Root River Current's production manager.