 
This field course will include both rigorous
science and creative reflection. On May 2 we'll get our feet
wet during an all day field trip. A giant vernal pool in Woodbury
will be our classroom as we explore the role of vernal pools
in the forested ecosystem. You'll come away understanding why
vernal pools exist, where they are located, who uses them, and
how you can tell them from just a puddle in the ground! The next
two afternoons will be based out of the VINS North Branch Nature
Center, where we'll use art and writing to delve into the wonders
of wetlands, with visits to our own ponds and streams. Suggested
home activities, including readings and outdoor activities, will
enhance the learning we do in class. You'll come away with a
stronger sense of place and new skills and techniques for observing,
recording, and understanding the natural world. Dates and Times:
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