Welcome to my blog! I visited Redstone Quarry for the first time on Friday October 9 and instantly fell in love. I was interested in the Redstone Quarry because it is an example of the type of rock that the dorm buildings are made of in the natural world. The rock’s scientific name is Monkton Quartzite. The quarry is only about a mile South-West of my dorm building so it is super accessible for UVM students. Walking from Redstone Campus the most direct way to get there is to turn left on South Prospect St. and then right when you approach Ledge St. About halfway down Ledge St. on the left hand side is a path that leads you to the top of the quarry.
Vegetation
As I wandered the area I noticed there was a wide variety of vegetation, usually grouped by the amount of sunlight that the specific location receives.
Moss
Moss can be found in the shadier areas usually around the base of a tree or woody plant.
Tall Grasses
There were multiple patches of tall grasses in the sunniest areas.
Lichen
Lichen was prevalent on the redstone rock, and grew in clusters in sunny areas.
Tree Species
-Norway Sprice
-Norway Maple
-Basswood
-Eastern Red Cedar
I’m excited to see how the vegetation and entire ecosystem changes as fall turns into winter before we head home for break. Until next time Redstone Quarry!
