We hope you’re having a great winter. As the holiday season begins to wind down our thoughts turn to getting outside to enjoy winter activities. Wherever you live, there are plenty of ways to explore the outdoors and think about how the changing seasons impact where you live. One of our favorite adventures at Chewonki is identifying animal tracks. For areas that receive snowfall (like Maine) each new dusting provides a fresh opportunity to explore. Some other settings that are ideal for id’ing tracks are mud, sand, and soft garden soil. Remember that most of these animals are nocturnal. Therefore, first thing in the morning is a great time to look. We recommend that you do a quick internet search for id’ing animal tracks in the states where you live. You should be able to find lots of information, including printable charts to make comparisons. Have fun out there and keep in touch!

With best wishes from all your friends at Camp Chewonki!