Slow Nature

Experiments in urban nature observation

Cherry Blossom Viewing in NYC

An idiosyncratic list of places to enjoy the ephemeral cherry blossoms in NYC.
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May 31, 2016

Signs You Might Be Nature Deprived

Here are a few signs that you may miss nature: Do any of these statements feel familiar? If so, start here with a few ideas…
May 30, 2016

Notice the Ephemeral: Roses

Roses are blooming across the boroughs of NYC. Last week I smelled the sweet fragrance of seaside roses (Rosa rugosa) in the dunes behind Plumb…
May 27, 2016

Weekend Plans: Canoeing, Night Walks, Sleeping Trees

My Memorial Day weekend promises to be a time with friends, camping, and stargazing. More ideas for the long weekend in NYC (May 28-30, 2016):
May 26, 2016

Spot a Horseshoe Crab

The “living fossil” Atlantic horseshoe crab may be one of the most interesting visitors to NYC, especially during its moonlight mating frenzy.