Seasonal Landscapes: Bogs & Fens

Scattered amongst the better-known habitats of the Commonwealth are the little-explored regions of quaking bogs and peaty-soiled fens. Sunken in the lowest contours of the landscape, these habitats' unique features include carnivorous plants, flood water absorbing sphagnum moss, showy orchids, and blueberries and cranberries. Because decomposition happens so slowly, the soil and water in bogs are very acidic which creates an opportunity for specialized species to thrive. No need to travel to far away exotic places-learn where to discover the intrigue of these fascinating habitats close to home.

This standalone program is part of the online Seasonal Landscapes Series. Register for the full series before it starts on 4/29/25 to get all 5 sessions (4/29 Vernal Pools; 5/13 The Forest Floor; 6/3 Bogs & Fens; 6/17 Salt Marshes; and 7/8 Coastlines) for the price of 4. To join the series after it starts and receive recordings of the session(s) you missed, email [email protected].