Autumn Leaves, Birds & Migration and More
Black Bears
Autumn is when NH's black bears are scouring their territories for food and piling on the pounds for winter. Bears are opportunistic and omnivores. So, be mindful that bird feeders, trash cans, and compost piles will all attract a bear and, if you continue to offer it to them, have them coming back for more. Check out the links below for more information about these big, beautiful forest neighbors!
Autumn Leaves
The colorful leaves around Lake Sunapee are simply stunning! Do you know what makes them turn color? Or why trees release their leaves in the autumn? There’s wonderful science behind those glorious fall colors! Check out these links for more information!
Why Do Leaves Change Color in Autumn? (printable)
Why Leaves Change Color. (printable)
Go on an Autumn Scavenger Hunt!
Listen to a story by Betsy Maestro: Why Do Leaves Change Color? (YouTube video)
Why Do Leaves Change Color? What Makes The Leaves Fall? (YouTube video)
Why Do Leaves Change Color in the Fall? (YouTube video)
Autumn Is Here! (Scholastic, YouTube video)
Join LSPA Education Director Kathleen Stowell for “fun with fall leaves!”
Loons
There are so many wonderful web sites that provide detail information about loons! Have fun learning all about their unique characteristics! The two offered here share videos so you can observe their behavior and audio to identify their different calls.
Seasonal bird migration
Late fall is a fun time to observe bird migration! It’s a busy time for birds as they prepare for their journeys to warmer winter climates. Check out the links below for information on things like where birds go, how they travel, and what they do to get ready.