Phenology
Phenology: studying plant and animal life cycle changes with the seasons.
Every plant and animal is part of a story that affects us all: the well-being of the environment. By tracking changes in the natural world—from bloom times to arrival of birds and insects—we learn more about that story, how it’s impacting us and what we can do about it.
Minnesota Phenology Network
Meet the species being tracked through the Minnesota Phenology Network: Minnesota Species
Which species are you the most curious about?
Observations:
What exactly are we recording when observing phenology?
What is a phenophase?
Why is it important to track phenophases?
Check out the Journey North website to learn about more citizen science projects.
Project Bud Burst
Have you noticed buds on trees?
Write and draw your observations of what you notice.
What do you wonder about trees?
For activity ideas: Bud Burst for Families
Learn more about the : Parts of a Plant
do a scientific drawing of a plant
label the parts of the plant
Nature's Calendar - Young Naturalist.pdfRecommended Gear TRPD Nature School.pdfDress for the Season
Be ready for whatever weather comes your way!