By: Hannah Park, Interpretive Ranger at Bear Brook State Park Have you heard the pond chorus? The beautifully orchestrated symphony, ranging from sopranos to basses, is made possible by the vocal instrumentation of amphibians. Lets explore the different frog and toad calls that add to the nighttime noises. American Bullfrog The Bullfrog is the largest native […]
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Mysteries in Rhododendron State Park
I couldn’t resist a visit when I heard that Rhododendron State Park was going to reach its peak bloom last weekend. This National Landmark in Fitzwilliam shelters a rare stand of native giant rhododendrons, which are more commonly found in the central or southern Appalachian Mountains. There are 16 acres of the pink and white […]