It has been a few months since I returned from my last expedition to the Maine North Woods. Since then, President Obama has announced the creation of the new Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, encompassing more than 87,000 acres adjacent to Baxter State Park. This impressive conservation area adds habitat protection and connectivity for…
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Florida State Parks – Collier-Seminole State Park
The afternoon light had already begun to dim as I set foot on the Royal Palm Nature Trail near the Collier-Seminole State Park boat launch. I have become used to the pine and scrub vegetation of the Florida Panhandle, so the trees and bushes bordering the gravel trail and boardwalk seemed absolutely tropical. Upon researching…
Voices for Biodiversity – Exploring Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve
Wells Reserve on the coast of Southern Maine was designated in 1984 and encompasses 1,600 acres. The reserve staff facilities sit within beautifully restored farm buildings. A wide network of trails explores bottomland forest, freshwater wetlands, a sandy beach and salt marsh. See all the photos here!
E. Zambello Writing and Art 