by Nicole Eller | Apr 5, 2015 | Notes From The Trail
On April 7th I begin my hike from Amicalola Falls to the top of Mount Katahdin. Yes, I am thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail! That’s 2,189.2 miles spanning from Georgia to Maine. I will be traversing 14 states and I will experience a total elevation gain equivalent to...
by Andy Adams | Mar 25, 2015 | Feature
Many people are fascinated with nocturnal animals due to their mysterious nature and strategies for living out a great deal of their lives in the dark. Perhaps the first nocturnal animal that comes to the mind of many is the owl. Owls belong in the group of birds...
by Scott McDaniel | Feb 17, 2015 | Feature
With the fresh snow we decided to trek out earlier this evening to one of the spots we had captured river otters on our trail cameras last year, hoping for tracks. Even with lots of exploring at the optimal times of morning and evening we have not seen otters here...
by Hunter Howell | Dec 8, 2014 | Feature
As winter approaches, the last leaves fall gently from the trees, and the frigid morning air reminds you to grab a coat before you leave the house. Over the past few weeks, the animal kingdom has been full of the hustle and bustle of many species preparing for winter....
by Andy Adams | Oct 24, 2014 | Feature
*Hellbender Photo by Donnie McKnight Maryland is home to more than 20 species of salamanders. These amphibians live in a wide variety of habitats, but are rarely seen due to their secretive nature and generally small size. Many people are familiar with some of...
by Nicole Eller | Sep 2, 2014 | Feature
The Baltimore Checkerspot Butterfly has been Maryland’s official state insect since 1973. It was named for George Calvert, the first Lord Baltimore, for having the same colors that were represented in his heraldic shield. This freshwater, wetland species was once...
by Susquehannock Wildlife Society | Jul 2, 2014 | Feature
Effort Continues to End Turtle Derby and Frog Jumping Events (Bel Air, MD) – – Not all traditions are harmless, as evidenced by the Independence Day Turtle Derby and Frog Jumping contests held each year in Bel Air. These races have been local tradition...
by Susquehannock Wildlife Society | Jul 1, 2014 | Feature
Let’s face it, wild animals are extremely cool and can be adorably cute – but they often aren’t abandoned, don’t need rescuing, and make downright terrible pets. A baby wren never ceases to warm the heart as it chirps for a worm and a garter snake may impress all...
by Susquehannock Wildlife Society | Jun 1, 2014 | Feature
The Maryland Amphibian and Reptile Atlas (MARA) project, a volunteer effort to document and map the distribution of every species of frog, toad, turtle, snake, salamander, and lizard in the state, is now in its fifth and final year. Here in Harford County, we’ve had a...
by Scott McDaniel | Jan 20, 2014 | Feature
As the days grow shorter and colder, many animals go into a state of hibernation or become less active during winter. But with a keen eye, some persistence and a dash of good luck, you may still be able to spot some of Maryland’s more elusive mammals. Southern Flying...
