Introduction

It’s always bittersweet coming to these woods. These woods remind me so much of the areas near my home that I hold dear, and so spending time here makes me feel a little closer to home (I also call my mom frequently when I come here, so that might have something to do with it as well). But it’s a walk to really get into the heart of the woods, and I’m saddened by the effects of college students and the city itself on this lovely little sanctuary. But whenever I happen to hear a woodpecker call or see a squirrel bounding through the leaves, my heart gets a little happier. It’s such a haven for me here, in the midst of the chaos of Burlington.

My spot in Centennial Woods is a 15 minute walk from CCRH. It’s a little bit off of the main trail, but still visible if you were to just walk by it.

My spot is well-wooded, with lots of mature coniferous trees (mostly white pine) and a decent amount of underbrush, mostly leafy plants like ferns. There are also a lot of downed trees.