Yay! It’s Vernal Pool season!
Grab a friend and join us for a walk at Maguire Preserve to visit a Significant Vernal Pool valued for its high counts of Wood Frog and Spotted Salamander egg masses. Of all the interesting ways to observe the advance of spring, vernal pools are one of the most fascinating. A vernal pool is a temporary woodland pond or small body of water, often overlooked, which plays a central role in the life cycle of many amphibians and the organisms that rely on them. These woodland pools have important implications and impacts on local wildlife, outdoor recreation, and forestry operations. We invite anyone to join Maine Master Naturalists Kit Pfeiffer and Jane Harrison on this walk to discover the magic of Maguire Preserve and its woodland vernal pool.
Wear good hiking shoes or rubber boots and be prepared for mud. Polarized sunglasses are suggested for viewing life below the surface of the water. You may wish to bring water and a snack.
Registration is encouraged but walk-ins are welcome. Well-behaved pets that get along with others are welcome. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water.
While there is no age limit for this program, children under 18 should be accompanies by an adult.
