And we’re off! Big things are planned for our Craneridge woodlands this year. We’re just getting started. Plus, we have nearly 30 neighbors who have offered to lend a hand (thank you volunteers!) We’ll keep you posted through our Woodlands-only Facebook group (see below to join!) and through our Craneridge Woodlands webpages.
Author Archives: Gwen Alegre
CANCELLED: Spring Wildflower Walk | Sunday, Apr. 24, 2 pm
Sadly, we have to cancel this walk today. Our expert, Scott Lembitz, has a sick child at home with a high fever. Please do get outside and enjoy our beautiful neighborhood anyway! We have lovely native wildflowers that bloom only for a short time in and around Craneridge. These “ephemeral” spring flowers and plants areContinue reading “CANCELLED: Spring Wildflower Walk | Sunday, Apr. 24, 2 pm”
Spring Wildflower Walk | Sunday, Apr. 24, 2 pm @ the Meadow
We have lovely native wildflowers that bloom only for a short time in and around Craneridge. These “ephemeral” spring flowers and plants are a gem. Learn to identify them, before they fade away. RSVP to jenparglen@gmail.com.
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) Walk & Talk with PRISM
Learn about this invasive insect that puts our Hemlocks at risk. DETAILSWhen: Saturday, March 5, 10 AM to 12 NOONWhere: Exact location in Sprague Brook Park, TBDRegister: Register here, and select the Sprague Brook event. (link takes you to a PRISM registration form.) HWA is what keeps many on the Woodlands Committee up at night. If our HemlocksContinue reading “Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) Walk & Talk with PRISM”
Woodlands (not) Weekly #3
Leave the Leaves | Planting Seeds in Winter | Bad Bugs Webcast But First… Ideas Please! We need a new name for our e-newsletter. Truth be told, it’s not going to be weekly. But it will be more then monthly, so we need a new name. Here’s where you can help! Share your name ideaContinue reading “Woodlands (not) Weekly #3”
Gypsy Moths, Wooly Adelgid, and Jumping Worms… Oh My! Wednesday Webcast
Like many trees and habitats in the northeast, Craneridge is being impacted by invasive insects and other critters that are severely damaging entire species like Emerald Ash Borer. Our most prominent trees, Beech and Eastern Hemlock, are at risk. Learn how to ID and actions to take. Winter is an ideal time to identify. BONUS:Continue reading “Gypsy Moths, Wooly Adelgid, and Jumping Worms… Oh My! Wednesday Webcast”
Webcast: Bad Bugs in Craneridge with Nate Morey, DEC | Wed. Nov. 10, 7 pm via Zoom
Like many trees and habitats in the northeast, Craneridge is being impacted by invasive insects and other critters that are severely damaging or wiping out entire species like Emerald Ash Borer. Our most prominent trees, Beech and Eastern Hemlock, are at risk. BONUS: An update on Asian Jumping Worms. Learn how to identify and actionsContinue reading “Webcast: Bad Bugs in Craneridge with Nate Morey, DEC | Wed. Nov. 10, 7 pm via Zoom”
Woodlands (almost) Weekly #2
Planting Year 1, Plant ID Apps, and Craneridge Without Trees (?!) We’re back for the second installment of “Woodlands (almost) Weekly!” We’d love to hear your ideas for future topics. Learn more about our Woodlands & Habitat efforts. Get Updates to Your Inbox! If you haven’t yet, add your email below, and you’ll receive updatesContinue reading “Woodlands (almost) Weekly #2”
The Woodlands (almost) Weekly
The Craneridge Woodlands Committee is wrapping up our first year of “Branching Out,” and we wanted to share what we’re up to. We’ll continue The Woodlands (almost) Weekly on a regular basis. We’ll include upcoming events, tips, and resources. Plus, we’ll continue to share updates on our Committee’s progress! Learn about our Woodlands & HabitatContinue reading “The Woodlands (almost) Weekly”
Invasive Jumping Worms Found in Craneridge
The invasive Asian Jumping Worm will degrade soil (not like our typical earthworms) and impact garden plants and lawns. Gwen Alegre of the Woodlands Committee found about 10 while digging in her home garden beds. Access this homeowners guide to learn how to know what’s a jumping worm and what’s a good ‘ole earth worm.Continue reading “Invasive Jumping Worms Found in Craneridge”
Craneridge Homeowners Association 