Welcome to my photoblog on:
Howell Woods Environmental Learning Center
My name is James. I am a senior at South Johnston High School in
Benson, NC.
I love the outdoors and I plan to attend Campbell University and major in Biology starting in the fall. I am hoping to go on to pursue a career in environmental science. We inherited a pristine planet. It is rich in life that amazes us and resources that sustain us. It is our duty to care for this planet, our Earth, that has been caring for us throughout the ages. We need to do our part and give back.
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"Have a great day, spend it outdoors!"
James
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To learn more about Howell Woods, please see my previous posts for info, photos, and videos. If you've never been to Howell Woods I hope this blog will peak your interest enough that you will visit. It is a treasure located in Johnston County and one of my favorite places.
To visit the Howell Woods website, click on the link below of contact Director, Jordan Astoske.
http://www.johnstoncc.edu/howellwoods/
Jordan Astoske
Director of Howell Woods
jtastoske@johnstoncc.edu
(919) 938-0115 ext. 221
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March 2015
Upcoming event:
Come out to enjoy a day of fun and learning
at Howell Woods'
WOODSTOCK!
See the link and flyers below for schedule of events.
Something for everyone. If you've never been to Howell Woods this is a great opportunity. Bring your friends and family.
http://www.johnstoncc.edu/howellwoods/
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This month's featured bird is the:
Red Shouldered Hawk
Scientific name- Buteo Lineatus
Below are pictures, a video, and audio recordings of the Red Shouldered Hawk at Howell Woods. Her name is "Nanna."
Check out the video
Here are some links for sound clips of red shouldered hawks.
Listen closely, you might recognize the sounds.
http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Red-shouldered_Hawk/sounds
http://www.mbr-pwrc.usgs.gov/id/framlst/Song/h3390so.mp3
http://ibc.lynxeds.com/sound/red-shouldered-hawk-buteo-lineatus/birds-giving-calls-while-flight
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Howell... We're Connected
Howell Woods contains over 2,800 acres of woodland. The forest contains a large ecosystem in which all organisms are connected.
Forest Ecosystem Food Web
It's the season to:
Below are photos of the wildflower garden and native plant area that surrounds the learning center. It's the time of year to cut back the dead vegetation from last year to make way for the fresh foliage of springtime.
Check back in April for photos of Woodstock.
Bring on the Spring!
