Key Take Away from my Siegele Internship
With so much ground to cover and so many things to see this seems a bit contradictory. But in fact throughout this experience, I can confidently state that it is essential. Along with the guidance of CNHP mentors I learned that when you take a second, sit, and observe your surroundings things start to appear. Although they were always there, we don’t notice them until we get down to their level. With this method I strengthen my plant ID and use of the Dichotomous Key, found rare plants, target species, noticed small details indicating health and diversity, and was able to better understand the ecosystem and community I was in (not to mention a break for walking). So next time you can’t find what you are looking for or need a new perspective take a seat.
