Fall in the Commons

As summer ends and fall approaches the forest will go through many changes. Some animals start preparing for their yearly hibernations, while many of the birds start flying south for the coming winter months. Many of the animals that call the Commons home, like the moose, coyote and hare, will remain there for the winter.

The plants begin to die back and many of the tree species will put on a colorful show with their leaves. If you are looking for foliage then try visiting the Red Maple-Sensitive Fern Swamp and the Oak-Pine Forest. The red maples and red oaks turn a variety of reds and yellows, and sometimes with a nice mix of the two colors. As a way to conserve energy and store sap the colored leaves will begin to fall to help prepare these deciduous trees for a long dormant period. For details about plant communities and animal species found in the wildlife commons, please view the management plan on the Fenderson Wildlife Commons page.

Photo Credits

Maple leaves from Free Photos and Art.