A Primrose Moth (Schinia florida) rests on the common evening-primrose (Oenothera biennis).These beautiful moths have a strong connection with their namesake flowers. As nocturnal creatures, they use the primrose petals as protection during the daylight hours. The pinkish hue of the buds coupled with the bright yellow petals, camouflage these beautiful rose and cream moths.Continue reading “Art Show at Apothecary Artists”
Category Archives: Exploration
Saint George Forest 3/5/2025
Spring Ledge 2/25/2025
Burial of the Heron
I saw the lifeless body of a Great Blue Heron floating in the stream. I wasn’t sure what to do. Birds die. They become a part of the food cycle. But this one was right along a well traveled path. In fact, I have plans to lead a group hike here next week. I optedContinue reading “Burial of the Heron”
Nick’s Woods on a Fall Day
On a dark and drizzly day, brightly colored plants, fungi, and slime molds seem to shine! Drizzling and darkGreen turns to goldForest alchemyWith the sun’s light hiddenThe light of the leavesThe dying of chlorophyllReveling the bright huesGreen becomes pale yellowGreen bursts forth into crimson redThe tree trunks are muted, wet and greyLast year’s oak leavesContinue reading “Nick’s Woods on a Fall Day”
Donker Farm
Strix varia – Barred OwlSolidago – GoldenrodIlex verticillata – WinterberryAcer rubrum – Red MapleSymphyotrichum lateriflorum – Calico AsterLithobates palustris – Pickerel FrogArisaema triphyllum – Jack-in-the-pulpit (seeds)Lycogala epidendrum – Wolf’s Milk or Groening’s Slime
Spring Ledge Early Autumn
Umbers, ochres, dark greens Muted light softens the shadows Light emanates from the plants Ferns, mosses, blueberries seem to glow like embers Sparks of color – clear reds and yellows A pair of Tupelo trees grow by the edge of a meadow. They are unusual for this area. Their leathery leaves are bright and vibrant.Continue reading “Spring Ledge Early Autumn”
Difley Family Forest
On Monday, I decided to explore GWLT’s Difley Family Forest in Paxton. There were ample parking spaces in a large lot beyond the elementary school. The trailhead was clearly marked. The day was grey and the air was heavy with the promise of rain. My nose was chilly. But, a brisk autumn day can beContinue reading “Difley Family Forest”
Cook’s Pond
Wednesday was a crisp, bright fall day. I took Lucy and Floki on a short, easy jaunt in the woods. We decided to explore GWLT’s Cook’s Pond. We parked at GWLT’s Cascades trailhead on Olean Street. This is a nice level lot which could accommodate at least 6 cars. We crossed the street and headedContinue reading “Cook’s Pond”
Moreland Woods
On Tuesday, I decided to try out one of the trails listed on Greater Worcester Land Trust’s “Hike Week”. I have enjoyed hiking some of GWLT’s trails with my family. But, for the first time, I wanted to try a solo hike. I have often passed by the GWLT sign on Moreland Street and wonderedContinue reading “Moreland Woods”
Hellstrip Heaven 