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Big Weird Trees: Further Exploration at Squam Swamp

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Kelly A. Omand

During the Nantucket Biodiversity Initiative Conference on Nov 1-3rd, 2013, a large group of conference attendees joined me to visit some of the largest, and likely some of the oldest, trees at Squam Swamp. These exemplary trees may provide clues … Continue reading →

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Forests at Sea: Visiting Squam Swamp in Winter

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Kelly A. Omand

You might never guess that the tail end of winter would be a great time to explore the forests of Nantucket, but it is! On February 21st, a group of warmly dressed visitors met in the Squam Swamp Trailhead Parking … Continue reading →

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Nantucket Students Learn About Island Invasive Plants

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Kelly A. Omand

Environmental Science students at Nantucket High School (NHS) have been studying the ecological impacts of non-native invasive species around the world. Just before the holidays, Research Technician/Field Supervisor Kelly Omand, a member of NCF’s year-round Science and Stewardship staff, visited the … Continue reading →

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