As spring unfolds in the Piedmont, I’m keeping a sharp eye out for any change in the weather, budding leaves, and wildflowers on the forest floor. This year, with the spate of cold spells alternating with warm days, you would think the understory and trees would be confused. “Do we send out shoots ...Continue Reading

As we take our first steps into March, the world is slowly coming alive. Even though most of the woods and meadows are still wearing their winter brown and gray coats, new life is slowly appearing. Tiny green flowers emerge on the tree branches, leaves of the bloodroot are unfurling decorating its ...Continue Reading