Centennial Woods is a small but frequently visited natural area just outside of the University of Vermont campus. This is a well-preserved and biologically rich area that is used by the community for education and leisure. There is a network of footpaths and trails that crisscross the forest, but the most traversed entrance is a short walk down the street from the UVM Police Department. I chose to garner a more intricate understanding of this space because it has a similar phenological makeup to a wooded area in my town, and I’d like to have a more developed relationship with both of these spaces. I want to understand the importance of exploring what is figuratively “in my backyard” by getting to know the nuances of this place.
16 Oct