Photo: from Cyane Lowden Virginia bluebells on the Chessie Trail. Recently, Cyane Lowden walked the Chessie and McCormick Farm Trails and shared some photos of the wonderful sights she enjoyed. Thank you, Cyane! If on your walks you find some beautiful flora or fauna, or if you find that great flora and fauna in and around your…
Photo: by Edith J. Carrier Arboretum Beloved volunteer and supporter of the Arboretum Betty was remembered in last month’s newsletter, but the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum also wrote of her and her contributions to the Arboretum so I’d like you to see the lovely remembrance of her. Betty lived life to the fullest! She…
Photo: by lonelyplanet.com Members of Headwaters have a wonderful opportunity to create short videos (as easy as using a smartphone) of the Valley that promote nature, and in turn, promote HMN, and earn volunteer hours. What a deal! Michelle Prysby, Director of the Virginia Master Naturalist Program, has requested our chapter to consider a collaborative…
Photo: from United Nations Backyard Activities – good for kids and adults! Go on a Scavenger Hunt Some examples of possible scavenger hunts include: Find 5 different shaped leaves Find 5 different shades of green or brown Find 5 different odors Find 5 different textures Find 5 different types of animals or evidence of animals…
In light of Covid-19 and the necessary disruptions with canceled events, we are provided recommended books, videos, and films focusing on nature and the environment. April 2020’s recommended books come from Chris Bowlen. Thank you, Chris! Beyond the WAR on Invasive Species by Tao Orion. Chelsea Green Publishing, 2015. Non-fiction. This is a very well…
Virginia Master Naturalists Headwaters Chapter 