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The Vision of a Bright World
Natural Lands Trust recently lost a dear friend, loyal member, environmental educator, and advocate. Eileen McDonnell was an inspiration for us all. In retirement she…
Flying Jewels
Hummingbirds are enchanting. Of all the creatures that visit our gardens, these colorful “flying jewels” seem to defy gravity as they zip back and forth to…
Crow’s Nest: Hidden Treasure
By Daniel Barringer, Preserve Manager Yesterday we were pulling garlic mustard and passed by this fawn on both sides before seeing it. Being still and…
Mariton: Other Interesting Sightings
by Tim Burris, Preserve Manager We aren’t just birders on our Tuesday Bird Walks. We find time to admire flowers, butterflies and other things. Bill…
Crow’s Nest: Another Busman’s Holiday
By Daniel Barringer, Preserve Manager I had the privilege to spend a long weekend at the Appalachian Trail Days in Damascus, Virginia, and volunteer at…
Green Hills: Seeding Complete!
By Daniel Barringer, Preserve Manager After many days in the tractor seat Aubrey has finished seeding the almost 90 acres of farm fields to meadows…
Mariton: Measuring Success
by Tim Burris, Preserve Manager We have been actively removing Garlic Mustard (Alliaria oficinalis) for ten years now. Garlic Mustard is an invasive plant that…
Green Hills: Boulders dropped in
By Daniel Barringer, Preserve Manager As you park in the parking area you might notice (but I would be fine if you don’t, they’re supposed…
Mariton: Those Ears
by Tim Burris, Preserve Manager. Photos by Carole Mebus. When it comes to birding, I am really attracted to warblers. I started out like most…