For my project I created a field guide because I felt that there were so many different types of wildflowers, weeds, shrubs, and other plants that I wanted to learn more about. Since I work at this site it allowed me to get to know this place better. This project helped me to connect to …
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Entry 3
Part 1 Day: July 3rd, 2022 Time: 8:47 A.M. Weather: 75ºF, dry, humid air with sparse cloud cover Part 2 In the woods I can hear the snapping of branches as various wildlife step on leaves and branches. The common milkweed plant does not look as vibrant as it did last week, though I am …
Entry 2
Part 1: Day: July 1st, 2022 Time: 1:00 P.M. Weather: 86 °F, partly cloudy and humid Part 2: While exploring the Waterbury Reservoir, I saw numerous species of weeds and wildflowers. Near the water’s edge I found copious amounts of orchard grass swaying in the wind. The orchard grass grew in large clumps, mostly on the …
Entry 1
Day: June 19th, 2022 Time: 7:00 A.M. Weather: 48°F, partly cloudy with windy and frigid air Site: Waterbury Reservoir, 44.384° N 72.774° W Flowers/ Weeds found: White Champion Cow Vetch Daisy Common Crown vetch Orchard Grass False baby’s breath Site Description: Heavily forested with birch and various other trees. The reservoir is lush with verdant vegetation. The vast water stretches as far as …