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Black River Wild
Expand Your View of
the Natural World
Rent a Naturalist at
Schiff Nature Preserve
By Sara Catherine Lichon
Photos courtesy of Schiff Nature Preserve
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mink scampering along the riverbank among a cluster of trout lilies showing
off their orchid-like flowers. A skulk of foxes romping through the trees with
a flock of noisy grackles overhead. The Black River region is brimming with
spectacular natural areas and varied wildlife. Take a walk in any direction and you9ll come
across wetlands, forests, fields, rivers and streams.
But if you9ve ever gone exploring in these areas and wondered about the plants and
animals around you and our connection to them, or just want to know what that bird is
called 3