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April Fools day on the Moore trail
The Moore trail is always a favorite. The trail follows along the Oswegatchie River from Wanakena to Inlet. The trail is starting to break up a bit, so it was rough going even in snowshoes, but microspikes would have been worse. for more on the Moore trail- https://hikingthetrailtoyesterday.wordpress.com/2017/10/29/the-moore-tr…
Common Loon Presentation at Beaver Lake Nature Center
Dr. Nina Schoch from the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation will be presenting an overview of Common Loon history in the Adirondacks at the Beaver Lake Nature Center on April 25, 2019 at 6:30pm. Dr. Schoch will also speak about the positive work the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation is doing for the Adirondack Park and surrounding areas. This presentation is free to the public. Please contact us at 518-354-8636 or email info@adkloon.org if you have any questions about this presentation.
The Bell Pepper Story: Too Much Clapping, Not Enough Applause
April 1, 2019 marks the 90th anniversary of the development of the modern sweet pepper, also known as the bell pepper. Native to Central America, as well as to Mexico and northern South America, there is evidence that numerous types of peppers (Capsicum annuum) have been cultivated by native peoples for at least 6,500 years.
First snake
Staff member walking on the trails at Nicandri Nature Center. Saw a garter snake in the leaf litter. First of the season!
FRUIT TREE SPRINGTIME CARE: PRUNING, DEVELOPMENT AND RESTORATION
A program to acquaint the novice as well as the more experienced fruit grower with tree care techniques from the ground up, from pruning and training young plants to renovating old, neglected trees. Master Gardener Don O’Shea, with decades of experience working with fruit trees, will share information on tree biology, pruning to enhance sound structural growth, fruit production and tree health, tool tips and mistakes to avoid. This class is free but pre-registration is required (important in case of changes due to bad weather). Call Don prior to the program date of April 13, 2019.
Bald (Rondaxe) Mt - Old Forge
We have been wanting to get a chance to Climb Bald Mt in Old Forge and visit the fire tower. We had perfect weather and the trail was in great shape. Plenty of views on the climb up made this a very enjoyable climb. If you are in that area or looking for a road trip- this is a good choice.
Goose Crossing Ahead
Traffic had to stop for about 30 Geese to cross the highway heading back to the St. Lawrence River.
Baby Rabbit
A baby rabbit was in hiding right next to our school. They were in the small patch of flowers between the sidewalk and the school.