On my last visit to my tree, I have finally seen a small change in the bud size and a more prevalent red color. Below I compared my first visit to my final visit:

Left = First Visit/Right = Last Visit

From the pictures you can see the obvious change in color. I may have to return to this tree before the semester is over (early may) in order to see the final stages.

Otherwise, on my adventure to my tree I noticed other phenological changes, one being that is it officially mud season. Everything has melted in Centennial Woods and you can hear the stream running if you stand still. Also, the birds are singing!! Here are a few pictures from my walk — I even saw a downy woodpecker, but unfortunately couldn’t get a picture.

Overall, I had a very enriching time and I am excited to visit my phenology spot in the coming weeks.