Phenological Changes:
I have noticed various phenological changes since the last time I visited this natural area. In December, the river was not frozen over yet and now, it is frozen enough for me to walk over almost every part of it. Although in December there was more snow than there is now, this was because I visited the morning after the first major snow and now, there has not been any snow in a couple weeks. Because of this, the trees and ferns in the understory are a vibrant green which brings more life to the area than in December.
Animal Tracks:
I noticed these small animal tracks running all around the river bed. I am unsure what animal this belongs to but it could be from a marten or weasel. It was running all over the frozen river and on top of logs as seen in the middle photo above.
