Here Come the Songbirds
I don't know about you, but I look forward to return of the songbirds every year. Their spring migration coincides with the return of...
Winter Survival: Hibernation
I recently took Grantham Elementary students outside to investigate the phenomenon of hibernation. Each child had a grape that they...
Winter Survival: Insects
How do insects survive the winter? With so many types of insects living in New England,you can imagine there are many strategies for...
Winter Survival: Deer Yards
My first winter in NH, I learned of a natural phenomena called "Yarding." I have yet to witness it, so I've gathered some information...
Winter Survival: Salamanders
Where do salamanders go during winter? Some aquatic salamanders (spring and northern two-lined) stay active in streams that do not freeze...
What's up with those holes?
Have you noticed an abundance of circular holes in sugar maple leaves this fall? It seems as if they are everywhere. If you are curious...