The book tells about the arrival, nesting and departure of birds, the life of overwintering birds, the habits of animals, fish, the appearance of insects, amphibians, reptiles. The reader learns about the seasonal life of plants, about the gifts of nature - berries, mushrooms, medicinal herbs, the timing of their collection and use. The book is designed for a wide range of readers. It will be especially interesting for middle-aged and older schoolchildren, young naturalists, organizers and leaders of phenological circles, young local historians, tourists, it can be useful to biology teachers and all nature lovers.