This Forest Exploration shed light on the many benefits of the snowpack (layered snow buildup) from temperature regulation to protection from predators.
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2021 City Nature Challenge
Between April 30th and May 3rd, many cities all over the world will be collaborating worldwide to make the most observations of nature, find the most species, and engage the most people globally… And we’re participating. Join us!
Forest Explorations — January in the Fel
In addition to the usual emphasis on ecology, this January’s Forest Exploration introduced an additional focus: geology.
Forest Explorations — December in the Fe
Many of our discussions led to reading the forest floor, musing about it, as well as understanding the implications of what we were seeing onto the Fells habitat and its inhabitants. Each Forest exploration walk brings its load of wonders and this December Fell exploration wasn’t any different.
Forest Explorations — November in the Fe
Last month, conditions were too parched to support much fungi life, but this Saturday we spotted pale False Deathcaps, Amber Jelly fungus…
Forest Explorations — October in the Fel
During this month’s Forest Exploration, our group spotted painted turtles basking in the sun, appreciated the lingering goldenrods, and learned more about red oaks.
Forest Explorations — September in the F
Much of the Fell’s flora has passed its summer prime but evergreen wintergreens still adorn the forest floor.
Forest Explorations — August in the Fell
Summer is beginning to wind down in the Fells. This season has been especially dry; premature, still-green acorns litter the ground around us and the vernal pools we pass are parched. Still, there is no shortage of interesting natural phenomena to explore.
Forest Explorations — July in the Fells
The Fells offers exciting natural finds year round, but July is an especially active time of year for both flora and fauna (…)
2020 City Nature Challenge
Between April 24th and 27th, many cities all over the world will be competing worldwide to see who can make the most observations of nature, find the most species, and engage the most people… And we’re participating. Join us!