Each time we do a managed marsh channel clearing project, the entire team gets a little better at it. This year, working on the BKS tract North Course Channel Clearing Project, Phase 2, we are working at breakneck speed and with no adverse surprises. The idea is to get the channel fully functional as managed marsh, and do so for the absolute least amount of time necessary. We strive to put these marsh complexes back into service for the NBHCP’s “Covered Species” as soon as practical. (Primarily, this is for the benefit of the giant garter snake.) Last summer, we did ponds D, H and L in 22 days. We might beat that with this year’s ponds M and N.
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Photo taken by Conservancy staff on a Conservancy preserve, 2024. It’s often difficult to view, but part of the Conservancy’s job is to see that wildlife has access to sustenance on the preserves. Here, a Snowy egret (Egretta thula) manages to nab a quick lunch on a Conservancy owned and …