In spring, as the snow melts and the warm rains fall, many a nook and cranny fills with water. What was once simply a dip in an upland forest may now be a shallow wetland; a vernal pool teaming with life. Vernal pools are easily overlooked as they dry out during the summer. But they […]
What Open Space Means Today
By Sally Loomis, HLT Executive Director Perhaps more than ever, I feel immense gratitude to live here in the Hilltowns. We have access to public trails that aren’t crowded, scenic views from the safety of our cars, and a community that cares about protecting these things. In every part of the world, every one of […]
Native Bee Webinar Video
For those of you who missed last week’s Native Bee Webinar, take a peek at the recording below. In the video, Wyatt Shell, PhD Candidate in the Biology Department at the University of New Hampshire, gives an introduction to the different native species of bees you might find in your backyard and explains why some […]
Vernal Pool Wildlife Identification
Do you want an outdoor activity that you can do with your whole family? Why not explore a vernal pool! Vernal pools can be found in the woods all over Massachusetts and are home to some pretty amazing amphibians and invertebrates. Vernal pools are shallow wetlands that generally dry up in the summer which makes […]
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