Since I last posted about my phenology place, a lot has changed. The snow is gone, birds are chirping, and new growth is taking place. The Redstone Pines area has started to return to how it looked when I first visited. The grass is getting greener, and leaves are starting to come back. Although many of the trees are pines and never lost their needles, there is a new sense of life to the place and it is an exciting thing to witness.
At my phenology place, nature and culture intertwine in a special way. This area is somewhere that students go to take a break, socialize, or just enjoy being in nature. I use this area as a place of serenity and relaxation, and it holds a special place in my heart because of this. The culture of the Redstone Pines is care-free, fun, and pleasant. Nature contributes to this because it allows students to get out into the fresh air and enjoy time with their friends. I definitely consider myself a part of this place, because I am one of the many people who regularly use and enjoy it. I am a member of a community that finds joy in sitting under the cover of these towering pines.
