"Wonders of the Year" is a weekly podcast that guides you through the beauty of seasonal changes, spotlighting the significant shifts each week brings. Dive into a light-hearted but thorough exploration of how each week unfolds in nature, all presented in a clear and enriching style. Join us on a journey to see the world with fresh eyes.
This week we discover the life cycle of the apple tree after its initial bloom cycle,.
NPN: https://www.usanpn.org/data/maps/spring
10 Apr 2024
April- The Apple Tree: Part 1 In Blossom
This week we discover the life cycle of the apple tree in preparation for its bloom cycle, begining mid April.
NPN: https://www.usanpn.org/data/maps/spring
1 Apr 2024
Welcome April- Sweet Peas and Starting Seeds
In this episode of Wonders of the Year Podcast we explore the personality and origin of the month of April, refresh our memories about the upcoming total solar eclipse, take a look at the sweet pea flower, and learn how to start seeds indoors.
Resources:
Spring Progression https://www.usanpn.org/data/maps/spring (https://www.usanpn.org/data/maps/spring)
Updated USDA Plant Hardiness map https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov (https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/)
References:
https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/usa (https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/usa)
https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/where-when/ (https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/where-when/)
https://aggie-hort.tamu.edu/newsletters/hortupdate/hortupdate_archives/2005/mar05/Sweetpea.html#:~:text=Although%20garden%20peas%2C%20 (https://aggie-hort.tamu.edu/newsletters/hortupdate/hortupdate_archives/2005/mar05/Sweetpea.html#:~:text=Although%20garden%20peas%2C%20)(Pisum%20sativum,especially%20the%20flowers%20and%20seeds.
Earthclock-1976 Anita Nyguard
Updated USDA Plant Hardiness map https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov (https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/)
Vivaldi- https://open.spotify.com/track/5xbuJuQsTVheVZvX2AJVIv?si=de50ad86019b401c
Tchaikovsky- https://open.spotify.com/track/7oVbUYJLIcNnB0ETXLVrvh?si=505c58f10f794827
25 Mar 2024
Closing March- Melting Snow, Vernal Pools, and Lilacs
Follow springs progression with lilacs. Discover the three stages of the snow pack melting and how its contribution to the water shed results in the development of fleeting vernal pools.
https://www.usanpn.org/data/maps/spring
18 Mar 2024
March- Breeding Season, Hibernators and Rainbows
This week animals' instincts are shaping the future. Breeding season is here, hibernators emerge, and rainbow season begin.
13 Mar 2024
March- Emerging Dandelions
This week we discover dandelions, their uses, and their role in feeding early pollinators.
4 Mar 2024
Welcome March- Awakening Spring
Let's welcome March, visit the observable changes happening this week, and explore the dynamics shaping its weather.
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