Looking in the viewers made it much easier to identify the animals in the field guides. You were able to learn about different habitats such as this sand hills habitat which is home to this pretty turkey oak. This fence lizard was so well camouflaged that we almost didn't see him. This small long leaf pine is an example of one type of pine tree that is abundant in open sandy habitats. Decomposing logs are great places for lots of living things to make their homes, such as this cluster of tiny little mushrooms This tree shows evidence that beavers have been at work feeding on a tree beside the pond.
Minnow traps are great devices for catching small animals in wetlands.
These zip locks are full of fish as well as two amphibians called sirens. You could easily see from this water sample that the water in Upper Three Runs Creek is clear and clean. With keen eyes and open minds, you sure learned a lot about animals, plants, and the different habitats that make up the world around us. We sure enjoyed spending the day with you and hope you learned a lot and had a great day.