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Vernal Pool Walk
May 11, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Led by Brad Timm
Saturday, May 11
Meet at North Farms Rd. entrance
Fitzgerald Lake Conservation Area is fortunate to contain several confirmed vernal pools just a short walk in from the North Farms Rd. entrance. Join biologist Brad Timm as we visit these pools and discover their truly unique ecology. We’ll learn about the wide variety of animals that rely on vernal pools for their existence – from amphibians and reptiles to an amazing number of diverse invertebrate species, as well as some mammals and birds. And we’ll explore the importance of vernal pools to overall ecosystem functioning, and how climate change might impact these critical habitats. We will also get the chance to see some of these animals in action during our walk while we learn about their captivating life histories.
All ages are welcome and encouraged!
Brad Timm is a wildlife biologist and BBC board member who has conducted amphibian research (typically centered around vernal pools) in New England for over 15 years.
- North Farms Rd. entrance is off Bridge Rd., N. off Mountain St. or N. Maple St. in Florence.
- Cooke Avenue entrance is off Hatfield St., which runs behind the WalMart/Big Y shopping center, to the end of Cooke Avenue (former Moose Lodge). Park only on the right side.
- Coles Meadow Road entrance is on the eastern end of FLCA, about 0.7 miles from North King Street (Routes 5/10). Park carefully on the street.