Ponds of all shapes and sizes support a magnificent multitude of life forms, ranging in size from microorganisms to moose. Plants can range from single-celled algae to massive reeds. Insects, amphibians, fish, birds, mammals are all thriving and contributing to the mix. Ponds are NOT a study in 'Survival of the Fittest.' Every species we…
Good News: Aquatic systems need clean water to thrive. The paper/pulp industry resulted in the nation's most polluted rivers occuring right here in Maine - The Androscoggin and Penobscott particularly. The Clean Water Act of 1972 (Thank You, Ed Muskie!) resulted in manufacturing changes that eliminated the worst biosolid and chemical discharge practices. Our rivers…
Kate Borduas is a self-described “Adult-onset” Naturalist. A native of coastal Maine, she spent a number of years in Florida where she trained as a Florida Master Naturalist and as a nationally Certified Interpretive Guide. Following a life-long, long-distance love affair with nature, Kate was delighted to live the life of a naturalist full time…
Kate Borduas is a self-described “Adult-onset” Naturalist. A native of coastal Maine, she spent a number of years in Florida where she trained as a Florida Master Naturalist and as a nationally Certified Interpretive Guide. Following a life-long, long-distance love affair with nature, Kate was delighted to live the life of a naturalist full time…