While walking along our trails this time of year, take a moment to admire the Witch Hazel (Hammamelis virginiana). This woodland shrub is plentiful here and, because it is so …
Norcross Wildlife Foundation NewsWitch Hazel, you have a lot of gall!
Norcross Wildlife Foundation NewsThe Phantom of the Pool
Here at the Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary we received over five inches of rain earlier this week which was a miracle for the denizens of our vernal pools. Last week the …
Norcross Wildlife Foundation NewsTrail Mix
The native wildflowers along our trails certainly steal the show this time of year. Coupled with the blooms, there are many sights and sounds to seek out in the Pocket …
Norcross Wildlife Foundation NewsVernal Pool Update #2
In a few weeks our local elementary school is going to have a field day at Tupper Hill. There will be a number of stations for the children to visit …
Norcross Wildlife Foundation NewsA Trillion Toads
If you live near a pond there is no doubt you have heard the incessant trilling of male American Toads over the past few weeks. The males call to attract …
Norcross Wildlife Foundation NewsVernal Pool Update
Finally, a morning where gloves aren’t needed! Spring has been slow to appear this year but it is happening, as evidenced in the ephemeral ponds along the Vernal Pool Trail. …
Norcross Wildlife Foundation NewsSanctuary Sightings
Despite the winter-like, overcast conditions this morning, a walk along the trails yielded some great sightings. The silence in the woods was disheartening at first as all one could hear …