This week’s blog was written by Jonathan H., a Brookies alumni. Jonathan has always been interested and passionate about wildlife and conservation. He enjoys hiking, nature photography, boating, and fishing in his free time. Attending WLA has deepened Jonathan’s involvement and interest in conservation and he intends to continue doing what he can to make a positive impact on his community. WLA has also helped him come to realize that he is truly interested in entering the ecology and conservation field as a career. Jonathan hopes to help educate others about the importance of conservation and to help others develop a passion for the natural world around them.
This week’s blog was written by Carter W., a Brookies Alumni! He gives us some interesting information about the American Bullfrog, and the havoc they can wreak on ecosystems they come to inhabit.
This weeks blog post was written by Emma O., a Drummers alumni! She describes a summer trip to Maine and the nature she observed there.
This weeks blog post is from Faryn S., a Drummers alumni! She writes about how to identify the invasive Spotted Lanternfly, and what action to take if you find them!
Tag: invasive
Spotted Lantern Flies
Posted: December 27, 2022 by Katie Mace
This week’s blog was written by Jonathan H., a Brookies alumni. Jonathan has always been interested and passionate about wildlife and conservation. He enjoys hiking, nature photography, boating, and fishing in his free time. Attending WLA has deepened Jonathan’s involvement and interest in conservation and he intends to continue doing what he can to make a positive impact on his community. WLA has also helped him come to realize that he is truly interested in entering the ecology and conservation field as a career. Jonathan hopes to help educate others about the importance of conservation and to help others develop a passion for the natural world around them.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: featured, invasive, spotted lantern flies, wildlife
Hungry Invaders: American Bullfrogs
Posted: June 18, 2019 by Nina Walk
This week’s blog was written by Carter W., a Brookies Alumni! He gives us some interesting information about the American Bullfrog, and the havoc they can wreak on ecosystems they come to inhabit.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: american bullfrog, amphibians, bullfrog, ecosystem, featured, frog, habitat, invasive, invasive species
Lupines, Lobsters, and Lots of Kayaking: The Outdoor Attractions of Maine
Posted: November 27, 2018 by Nina Walk
This weeks blog post was written by Emma O., a Drummers alumni! She describes a summer trip to Maine and the nature she observed there.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: environment, featured, invasive, lobsters, maine, seals, summer
What to Do When You Spot a Spotted Lanternfly
Posted: November 13, 2018 by Nina Walk
This weeks blog post is from Faryn S., a Drummers alumni! She writes about how to identify the invasive Spotted Lanternfly, and what action to take if you find them!
Category: Youth Blog Tags: drummers, featured, insects, invasive, nature observation, photography, spotted lanternfly, trees, wildlife