Phenological Changes
The last time I visited Centennial Woods it was covered in snow. Today, it is covered in a damp leaf litter and scattered ground vegetation. Also, there is evident signs of deciduous trees, especially younglings, starting to flower and grow their leaves. Also, there are many more signs of decomposers.
Sense of Place
I feel as though I do consider myself to be a part of this place. Especially as the first year of being a UVM student comes to an end, I feel very connected to Centennial Woods. It is here that I had my first outdoor lab and it is here that I have watched the environment change throughout almost an entire year. I have become very familiar with the tottering boardwalks that lay out my path to my spot. I have become familiar with the big opening of tall trees when you finally make it past the creek. Centennial Woods feels like I’m stepping into another classroom with my fellow Rubenstein classmates, and I can’t wait to come back next semester.
Sketch of Spot
