By Scarborough Land Trust
June is a wonderful time to explore the vibrant world of woodland wildflowers. A stroll through the trails at Scarborough Land Trust’s Warren Woods, Fuller Farm, or Libby River Preserves will provide a bounty of flowers.
Among the seasonal treasures is the delicate Bunchberry (Cornus canadensis). A low growing plant just four to six inches from the forest floor, the whorled and pointed leaves can almost carpet the forest in some locations. A single flower stalk contains a cluster of small greenish flowers surrounded by four white bracts, giving the impression of a single flower. Later in the summer the flower is replaced by a small cluster of bright red berries. The flowers are visited by butterflies, bees, and other insects, and the berries are eaten by small mammals.
Nature Walks
As nature reawakens to the warmer seasons, we’d like to highlight two monthly walking opportunities for residents and visitors.
The first are our Women’s Walks, which are typically 60-90 minutes in length along the trails at one of our preserves. Women are twice as likely as men to feel uncomfortable walking alone, and those who have joined us for these walks have said they enjoy having the company of others with similar interests.
Our seasonal Bird Walks are also a great way to celebrate a shared interest in wildlife while cultivating birding skills and knowledge with the help of an experienced guide. So come make community in nature with us this spring and summer!
For dates and locations, please visit ScarboroughLandTrust.org/Events.
Volunteer Spotlight
Scarborough Land Trust celebrates Betts Armstrong for 12 years on the board of directors, including three as president. Betts has connected countless people to SLT, both as supporters and volunteers, always with a warm smile and captivating story about a property. She led the board in developing SLT’s first-ever strategic plan that will guide the organization for years to come. Thank you, Betts!
Shop the SLT Nature Store
SLT’s Nature Store in the Oak Hill Plaza is great for gifts: nature-themed art, books, toys, cards, puzzles, and more. Enjoy 10% off with this coupon:
