Dive into the lively world of vernal pools Many Vermont reptiles and amphibians rely on vernal pools for mating and breeding. These wet areas are critical habitat for the reproduction of species like frogs, salamanders, snakes, and turtles. Herpetologist Jim…
Discover the ephemeral wonder of vernal pools with Hilltown Land Trust and naturalist Nellie Wilson! Join us for a walk in the woods where we’ll explore the rich biodiversity within vernal pools. From fairy shrimp to salamanders, these temporary habitats…
Join the Hilltown Land Trust in learning about the certification process and ecology of vernal pools with naturalist Charely Eiseman. Vernal pools are fragile ecosystems. In order to protect them, Massachusetts has a state certification that restricts certain kinds of…
Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) on an early spring walk to learn about vernal pools and why it is important to protect these vital breeding grounds for amphibians and other fascinating creatures. DATE: Tuesday, April 11 TIME: 4:00 PM…
Want to learn more about the migratory frogs and salamanders we've been helping across roads and their unique habitats? Join BEAT and Professor Tom Tyning — an expert on amphibians and reptiles and an authority on New England's natural history…
Wednesday, April 20 @ 5:00 — 7:30 PM Join BNRC and BEAT for a walk to learn about vernal pools and why they are valuable and in need of protection. We will mostly be walking on-trail with some off-trail venturing.…
Saturdays, April 16 & 23 @ 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM Hilltown Land Trust is partnering with the Wild & Scenic Westfield River Committee to offer their annual Vernal Pool Plunge! This two-day, in-person training event is open to anyone…
Saturdays, April 16 & 23 @ 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM Hilltown Land Trust is partnering with the Wild & Scenic Westfield River Committee to offer their annual Vernal Pool Plunge! This two-day, in-person training event is open to anyone…
Tuesday, February 15th @ 5:00-6:30 p.m. Our final webinar in the AM&RC series will consider conservation approaches needed to protect the critical habitat needed by pool-breeding amphibians. First, we’ll learn about a recent study that investigated vernal pools across New…