As days get shorter and nights are longer, many animals are no longer visible in the landscape. What type of sleep or hibernation are they using, and will we find […]

Keep up with your New Year’s resolution and get outdoors. Join Emily Ferguson, a Virginia Master Naturalist and Tree Steward, to find some pops of color on this grey January […]

How would you react if you were told there was a spring wildflower that generated its own heat, luring pollinators to its warmth only to betray them with an early […]

How many wildflowers can you name? This time of year, spring wildflowers are carpeting the forest floor. Let's see how many different species we can find. Emily Ferguson, a Virginia […]

The lingering chill of winter makes us long for early signs of spring. Join Emily Ferguson, a Virginia Master Naturalist, for a walk around Lake Monacan. Wear appropriate shoes and […]

Chase away those winter blues by discovering the emerging new growth of early bloomers. Join your neighbors and friends as we scan the area for new emerging vegetation. Meet Emily […]