Saunders Woods Preserve Archives

Saunders Woods Preserve

A up-close view of fungi growing on a tree.

the abundant life of dead (& dying) trees

February 27, 2023

by Tianna Godsey Whether as a snag, log, or stump (and in some cases, only in memoriam), the life of a tree extends far beyond…

A group of volunteers in the garden at Stoneleigh.

volunteers care for nature on MLK Day of service

January 20, 2023

Amid clear, blue skies and beautiful landscapes, nearly 200 volunteers participated in 11 events on 10 different Natural Lands properties to get outside and care…

A dark sky shows a pinwheel galaxy and bright dots of stars.

how you can combat light pollution and protect our nighttime ecosystem

January 16, 2023

by Tianna Godsey Close your eyes. Total darkness. . . Imagine for a moment a night sky without a single star. Blank space, an expanse…

A male Bluebird eating a caterpillar on a fencepost.

2021 Nest Box Report

January 21, 2022

by Tim Burris, Wildlife Management Coordinator Time to look back at the 2021 Nest Box season. I often interchange the terms nest boxes with Bluebird…

finding nature. finding yourself.

May 11, 2021

When the pandemic shut down her typical routine, Deedee McPeak started a journey through the Find Yourself Outside Challenge. Along the trail she found wildlife…

Transitions

February 3, 2015

by Tim Burris, Mariton Preserve Manager Paul and Luke at Saunder’s Woods I want to send hearty congratulations to two people in Natural Lands Trust’s…

Saunders Woods: Lending a Hand

May 21, 2013

By Paul Claypoole, Preserve Manager Spring has sprung, and with the arrival of fresh vegetation around the preserve, the interior of the community center in…

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