Over thanksgiving break we were tasked with visiting a site near our homes to compare with our phenology spot at UVM. I chose Nelson Lake, a forest preserve about ten minutes away from my house. This preserve offers a protected forest centered around a marshy lake, offering trails many use to run, walk, bird watch, … Continue reading →

tasks at hand: sit in quiet for 15 minutes. create a birds eye view of spot. take some pictures. notice changes in vegetation. sit in silence for 15 minutes Right after the hike to my spot, I looked at the time, noted when 15 minutes would be up, and then settled into quiet. However, it … Continue reading →