Late summer can be characterized by many things in nature. The temperature starts falling, days get shorter, the first tinges of color appear on leaves, trees are weighed down with ripening fruit, and my favorite, the Jewelweed seeds begin to, literally, explode. Jewelweed is a common ...
Often, the way observation works is that you start to notice more of something once you are aware of it. Perhaps someone points out an interesting bird, or maybe you find an unusual plant. Once it piques your interest, then you are more likely to set out with the intention to find more. This ...
Humidity tells us two things: One, you will be sticky. Two, there is water in the air, which signals rain. We all have a sigh of relief when humidity dissipates, a cool breeze comes in, and much-needed rain comes our way. Some of us hold our breath when we realize the rain we wished for ...
We are in the midst of summer camp season here at Audubon, and with camp comes a plethora of discoveries. While campers are exploring the woods, ponds, and fields, they often find strange and wonderful things—things that even our seasoned staff may never have encountered, and that’s just ...
Here at Audubon, we recently wrapped up our Discovery Walk season, when elementary school students visit us for guided walks along our trails. During these walks, we let the students decide what they will learn about based on their discoveries and curiosities. We respond to what they notice ...
The benefits of spending time in nature for our physical and mental health are well documented and well known. Spending time outside can reduce stress and anxiety. It can boost our mood and our immune system. And it can be a place to move to improve our heart and muscle ...
