Article written by Grace Vachon To say that this year was quite a year would be an understatement. When I chose to work with Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (WBNERR) and the Friends this year, I had only a…
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Article written by Grace Vachon (AmeriCorps Cape Cod member) Dear Friends, it’s time to “tackle the trash!” As part of my individual placement with WBNERR and the Friends this year, I have been working with WBNERR staff to pilot a…
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Article Written by Grace Vachon What Makes a Plant Species Invasive? Ivy winding up the trunk of a tree is a common and pleasant sight here on Cape Cod. However, what you may not know is that this ivy is…
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What have Rachel, Carson, and their chicks been up to this June? Before getting into this month’s antics, let’s recap who is who. Rachel (mom) and Carson (dad) are the two parents, and they currently have three chicks named Hotel,…
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What have the Osprey been up to this month? Well, all four eggs have hatched! Say hello to Hotel, India, Juliet, and the fourth chick (name not listed yet). Watch the clips below to see them in action. First Chick…
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Article Written by Grace Vachon A large puddle of water in the middle of the forest might not seem like much, but if you take a minute, sit quietly, and watch; you will notice that this seemingly unremarkable puddle is…
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What has happened so far on the Osprey cam? Keep reading to find out and feel free to watch the attached clips! March 29th: The male Osprey that arrived on March 17th was most likely not Carson, and several days…
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This past Monday, April 1st, was a day to remember. For AmeriCorps Cape Cod, it was our first day back to service after Easter weekend. For the Friends, it was their first day of work this year on the pollinator…
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The Osprey are back! Carson (possibly) was spotted on March 17th. He returned from a long trip that began in South America and ended in Cape Cod. Did you know that Osprey can travel thousands of miles during a…
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About Raccoons Informally known as “trash pandas,” raccoons are known both for their cuteness and their mischief. They have round, gray bodies with a coat of thick fur and bushy tail, as well as a pointed nose and a characteristic…
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