Wildlife Watch is a series of monthly stories by Honorary Director Marian Harman. Marian has been writing these since 1990! We’re delighted to feature her new stories here to share with you!
Wildlife Watch by Marian Harman – February 2024
March 11, 2024In May of 2020, northern Westford experienced a furious microburst of wind. It came on very suddenly and knocked down huge swathes of big old pine trees in its path.
Wildlife Watch by Marian Harman – January 2024
February 13, 2024This winter has been very mild in general, but we have had a few snowstorms. When there is snow on the ground, I love to go out looking for animal
Wildlife Watch by Marian Harman – December 2023
January 1, 2024Happy New Year! Before going forward into the new year, I like to look back on the most notable wildlife sightings of the past year, so here goes: The year
Wildlife Watch by Marian Harman – November 2023
December 31, 2023In late fall and early winter, a walk in the woods still reveals some lovely green plants. One of New England’s prettiest evergreens is most noticeable at this time on
Wildlife Watch by Marian Harman – October 2023
November 3, 2023The Last Flower of Fall When walking on my favorite trail recently, I noticed the last flowers of fall blooming in profusion. The Common Witch-hazel shrubs were sporting their yellow
Westford Wildlife Watch by Marian Harman – September 2023
October 16, 2023Where Are All the Birds? Where are all the birds? Many people have mentioned that their feeders seem bereft of birds. Our feeders, too, are attracting very few takers this