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The Eastern box turtle is the only box turtle you’ll find in New York, and they’re pretty uncommon. They’ve got that cla...
05/01/2026

The Eastern box turtle is the only box turtle you’ll find in New York, and they’re pretty uncommon. They’ve got that classic high, rounded shell and can actually close themselves up tight like a little box when they feel threatened. You’ll usually find them in forests or overgrown fields, slowly moving around looking for bugs, berries, and mushrooms. If you come across one, it’s best to just leave it where it is—moving them can actually do more harm than good, unless of course they are on the road.

NOTE: Even if you find an empty shell like this one in the woods, technically you’re not supposed to collect or keep it without a permit.

My first sighting of the season. Garter snakes are the ones I spot most. Wether you love them or hate them, garter snake...
04/30/2026

My first sighting of the season. Garter snakes are the ones I spot most. Wether you love them or hate them, garter snakes play an important role in our eco system. Found this guy in a sunny patch near a small stream.

Spring is the perfect time to take care of your property lines. Whether you need them posted for the first time or just ...
04/29/2026

Spring is the perfect time to take care of your property lines. Whether you need them posted for the first time or just need to replace signs that have fallen or faded, it’s an easy thing to stay ahead of this time of year.

If it’s something on your list but not something you want to tackle yourself, give us a call—we’re happy to help.

This is a picture we took at the end of winter of an otter slide! Fortunately Jake was there that day and knew what it w...
04/29/2026

This is a picture we took at the end of winter of an otter slide! Fortunately Jake was there that day and knew what it was, because I had no clue. We found multiple trails going up and down a hill in the woods. Not sure what was uphill, but it led down to a large swamp. Always something cool to see in the woods.

You don’t always expect to find flowers in the woods—but spring has a way of changing that. While a few show up in the s...
04/28/2026

You don’t always expect to find flowers in the woods—but spring has a way of changing that. While a few show up in the summer, this is the season when the forest really comes alive.

The more time you spend outside, the more you start to notice the small things.

Take a walk today and look for something you’d normally pass by without a second thought.

Wild ramps are one of New York’s true signs of spring. Tucked into rich, shady forests, these wild onions pop up for jus...
04/25/2026

Wild ramps are one of New York’s true signs of spring. Tucked into rich, shady forests, these wild onions pop up for just a short window each year—making them a favorite for foragers and anyone who knows where to look.

In New York, they’re typically ready to harvest from mid-April through early May, depending on elevation and weather.

I found this a few weeks ago while walking a clients land with him. He was kind enough to tell me to keep it. I smiled f...
04/24/2026

I found this a few weeks ago while walking a clients land with him. He was kind enough to tell me to keep it. I smiled for two days straight because of it. I believe it is either a spear head or a small knife. I’m honored to have a tool that someone handmade and used so many years ago.

04/23/2026

Caught up with this little guy yesterday. Porcupines are my favorite animal to see in the woods. I’ve had lots of encounters over the years and they always make me smile. Look, but don’t touch.

If you have vines like these growing on your trees, or any large vines, take a chainsaw and an hour a week and cut them ...
04/01/2025

If you have vines like these growing on your trees, or any large vines, take a chainsaw and an hour a week and cut them off just above ground level. Your trees will thank you!!

This was a rather large praying mantis hanging around Natratiums and Phragmites!
09/16/2024

This was a rather large praying mantis hanging around Natratiums and Phragmites!

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