Throughout the past semester and year as a whole, my phenology site has served as a relaxing place to collect my thoughts. As I’ve changed in this past year, it seems my phenology spot has too. After what seemed like an endless winter, my phenology spot has left its gray hues in the past and has turned a vibrant green. Within the past two weeks, I’ve begun to see green popping up everywhere in the woods; in the trees, blooming from the dirt, and more. I’ve also come to hear many more birds at my site, like chickadees or pileated woodpeckers.

On the left is a picture of my phenology spot, located in the middle of Centennial Woods. Below is an image of the overwhelming green bushes that have begun to pop up everywhere.

One of the major landmarks I’ve noticed in my phenology spot has been the large tree (pictured on the left) with branches sprouting from all sides of it. Every time I get to this tree, I know I’ve found my spot. A minor landmark I’ve found is the dead tree pictured below, as well as the small wooden bridge right next to my spot.

Here, nature and culture intertwine through its recreational areas. Centennial Woods has beautiful trails leading through it, making it a great, accessible place for people to come and hike, walk, or just sit in its peace.

I would now consider myself a part of my place. While I only go back every so often, I never feel like an outsider when I am there. I always feel welcomed by the animals, trees, and plants, and I am always respectful to them in return. I immediately feel comforted when I go into the woods because I’ve gotten to familiar with them.

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