The semester is over, wow. It doesn’t feel like it is. I’m so happy I chose Rock Point to be my phenology spot for second semester, and I’m so happy that I did. Watching the nature start to come alive, and practically being able to smell the life coming back was such a happy feeling. I saw plenty of buds and plenty of baby tree saplings, as well as a large amount of animal life. I saw tracks of what I’m pretty sure was a deer and a raccoon. Sadly, my phone was dead during this time, which made getting photos of the plant and animal life difficult. It also made it difficult to check the bus schedule or get an Uber, but at least I got my steps in for the day. Nature and culture are heavily intertwined here. Rock Point is a beautiful natural area, and whenever I’ve been there (except in winter) there is clear signs of human life. It is a commonly trafficked place for anyone looking to have a fun afternoon, and holds incredible importance in the culture and history of Burlington. It’s importance can also be seen by the fact that we had an NR1 lab here haha. I don’t feel like I’m a part of my place, because I’m not. I’m a visitor in this home, and I greatly appreciate being able to spend this time here. To close out this post, since my phone died at Rock Point I’m adding some photos I took when I went to the Salmon Hole a few days later. I felt weird not posting any photos.
