Phenology is the study of how an ecosystem changes through the seasons. It involves observing changes in nature and recording those observations for comparison at a later date. When do buds appear on trees? When do trees begin changing color? When do they drop their leafs? When do migrating birds arrive and leave? When do … Continue reading Intro to Phenology: Hike 1
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Meet-up: Saturday November 9
The next STEM Sessions meet-up has been scheduled for Saturday November 9 at 3P in Long Beach, CA. The meet-up page is here: https://www.meetup.com/the-stem-sessions/events/304237136/?slug=the-stem-sessions&eventId=303520488&isFirstPublish=true The annual count of western monarch butterfly's overwintering population has kicked off. Formally started in 1997, this annual initiative coordinated by the Xerces Society sees volunteer community scientists and conservation organizations … Continue reading Meet-up: Saturday November 9
The STEM Sessions Meetup #1
Details Alrighty... since the pandemic has been effectively declared over by our state government, I'm hopeful enough people now feel safe enough to attend in-person gatherings.Unlike prior meetups where we met in a coffee shop, we're going to meet in a park. Logistically, it's just easier, and people can still physically distance if they'd like … Continue reading The STEM Sessions Meetup #1