Phoebe, Clare, Emi, and Grace
Species: Northern Spotted Owl
My favorite species is Achillea millefolium, or yarrow. As a child I used to visit northern Minnesota, and I loved to go for hikes and make little bouquets of wildflowers. Yarrow was always one of my favorites. For the past two summers I’ve worked as a landscaper for Parks and Rec in my hometown, and I’ve had the opportunity to design and maintain a variety of decorative and native plant gardens across the city. When I get the chance to design a native perennial garden my favorite species to include is yarrow–I love how well it holds up in the MN climate, and aesthetically I really like the color, shape, and texture of its leaves and flowers.
My favorite species is Vaccinium angustifolium or the Northern Lowbrush Blueberry. Common in New Hampshire and other parts of the Eastern United States. I have fond childhood memories of paddling out to what we called "blueberry island" to harvest bucketfuls of blueberries, ready to eat or be baked into blueberry cobbler. Store bought blueberries will never taste as good as wild, handpicked blueberries you had to search high and low for. I also love the book "Blueberries For Sal". I work at a summer camp, and I always make sure to take the time to read my campers this book at storytime so we all get a chance to talk about our favorite fruits.
My favorite species is Sequoisa sempervirens or the Sequoia trees. Native to California and found in some parts of Oregon,these trees and many others are why I moved to this beautiful place.Born and raised in southern Texas, I always felt disconnected to the outdoors. One summer I visited Sequoia national park and I knew I had to be around bigger trees. Whenever I'm feeling down, I step outside, go for a walk, and admire the beauty of the trees. I feel more connected to nature and the outdoors more than I have ever <3
My favorite species is the Carnegiea gigantea or the common name, Saguaro. Growing up in Southern Arizona, more specifically in Tucson, I was surrounded by this amazing species of cactus. Fortunately, I have had the opportunity to travel and see many different incredible species. However, the Saguaro will always have a special place in my heart. Seeing one always gives me a warm feeling and reminds me of home.