A UVM blog Phenology Spot NR 001

My spot is located not too deep in centennial woods, but off the path in a secluded area. It’s just past the little bridge over the stream at the bottom of a small hill. The stream runs through it and theres small shrubbery surrounding the stream. I chose this spot because of its seclusion and how peaceful it is. Surrounding the area in the overstory there are many sugar and red maples and some eastern hemlocks and a large white oak. There were ferns, jewelweed, moss, and fungi, in the understory. There were fallen trees too that fungi were growing on. With all the rain recently I’m expecting to see a bunch more fungi popping up. In the stream I saw many minnos, and a large amount of leaf litter. I’m excited to see what happens as winter takes effect!