by Louis Harrell “The joy of looking and comprehending is nature’s most beautiful gift.” – Albert Einstein Citizen Science is defined as “the collection and analysis of data relating to the natural world by members of the general public, typically as part of a collaborative project with professional scientists.” Why is it important? It offersContinueContinue reading “A Bright Outlook for Citizen Science in Arlington”
Category Archives: Service Projects
Getting to Know Ann Ulmschneider
From time-to-time, ARMN’s Membership Committee posts profiles of our members including how they came to be master naturalists, which parts of nature they most enjoy, and how they have an impact on the environment around them. Here is the latest biography of ARMN member, Ann Ulmschneider, who graduated in the Spring 2010 training class. AlisonContinueContinue reading “Getting to Know Ann Ulmschneider”
ARMN Member Yu-hsin Hsu Receives Bill Thomas Award
by Caroline Haynes The Bill Thomas Outstanding Park Service Award was established as a tribute to lifelong parks volunteer Bill Thomas and to honor and encourage residents who show passionate dedication and support for Arlington County’s programs, natural resources, and public open spaces. ARMN is proud to announce that member Yu-hsin Hsu has been honoredContinueContinue reading “ARMN Member Yu-hsin Hsu Receives Bill Thomas Award”
911 for Wildlife and How You Can Help!
Text and photos by Lisa Stern Do you wonder what you should do when you find injured wildlife? Read on to discover more about wildlife rehabilitation. Ever wonder what you should do when you find an injured squirrel? Or a baby bird that has fallen from the nest? Or a turtle with a cracked shell? Or,ContinueContinue reading “911 for Wildlife and How You Can Help!”
ARMN: Getting To Know Sarah Archer
From time-to-time, ARMN’s Membership Committee posts profiles of our members including how they came to be master naturalists, which parts of nature they most enjoy, and how they have an impact on the environment around them. Here is the latest biography of Arlington staff employee, Sarah Archer, who graduated in the Fall 2013 ARMN trainingContinueContinue reading “ARMN: Getting To Know Sarah Archer”
Falls Church Farmers Market, ARMN, and the Environment Team: Good for the Body and the Environment!
A dedicated group of members from ARMN and the Falls Church Environment Team have braved all types of weather over the past several years with their informational display at the Falls Church Farmer’s Market. ARMN members Kent Taylor and Toni Genberg have led the weekly effort on Saturday mornings, and change their messages throughout the courseContinueContinue reading “Falls Church Farmers Market, ARMN, and the Environment Team: Good for the Body and the Environment!”
ARMN: Getting To Know You
From time-to-time, ARMN’s Membership Committee posts profiles of our members including how they came to be master naturalists, which parts of nature they most enjoy, and how they work to impact the environment around them. Here is the latest biography of ARMN volunteer Honora Dent who graduated in the Spring 2014 ARMN training class. ARMNContinueContinue reading “ARMN: Getting To Know You”
New Life for Nauck Woods
by Sue Dingwell and Lori Bowes A treasured historic woodland area in South Arlington has been restored to its native glory with the help of some dedicated volunteers. Here is the story of the Nauck Woods and the folks who helped revive it. (Photos by Sue Dingwell unless otherwise noted.) Nothing can stop an ARMNContinueContinue reading “New Life for Nauck Woods”
2017 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Opportunities
The Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday is a nationally recognized day of service. ARMN welcomes members of the public to join master naturalists for various earth-friendly projects in the area to honor the spirit of Dr. King. Here is a list of habitat restoration and invasive removal activities both for the weekend prior to MLKContinueContinue reading “2017 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Opportunities”
When Absence of Evidence is Evidence of Presence
by Steve Young (text and photos) ARMN member Steve Young shares a winter bird-watching tip. There are many times that birds will help us find predators, especially birds of prey like hawks and owls. Smaller birds will start making a fuss with vocalizations and sometimes will mob the predator and surround it, and even dive atContinueContinue reading “When Absence of Evidence is Evidence of Presence”