The vernal pools walk is full and is now closed to new registrations. It was a special PLC event and the registrations filled up quickly. Keep watching for other great events!
Join the New Boston Air Force Station’s Natural Resources Planner Stephen Najjar for an early evening walk to visit vernal pools on the installation. The walk will focus on Blanding's turtle ecology, and during the walk we may be able to track several turtles that currently have radio telemetry transmitters affixed to their shells. In New York and New England, Blanding's turtles use vernal pool habitats for breeding and feeding. Compared to other aquatic turtles, the Blanding's turtle is known to make large land movements in search of suitable vernal pool habitats, often traveling more than a mile. Because of these movements, Blanding's turtles require larger landscapes than many other turtle species. Blanding's turtle are a state listed species of regional and national concern, and have been proposed for listing (by petition) under the Endangered Species Act. The walk is limited to 15 people, and pre-registration is required. All adult participants must have a photo ID to enter NBAFS. Please be sure to dress appropriately, and be prepared for early black flies and ticks.