Microclimates: A Hiker's Guide to Nature's mini ecosystems
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Wed, May 7, 2025; 10:00 AM
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Microclimates: A Hiker's Guide to Nature's mini ecosystems
Journey through diverse terrains, and discover how temperature, moisture, and vegetation shift over short distances, creating unique mini ecosystems. Engage your senses and gain a deeper appreciation for nature's hidden complexity.
PWX6+5W Stormstown, PA, USA
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Kelly Forest
khforest@icloud.com
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Organized By: Moshannon Group
Location: PWX6+5W Stormstown, PA, USA
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Event Organizers:
Kelly Forest
khforest@icloud.com
(814) 441-8916
This outing offers an opportunity to learn about microclimates while being immersed in them. What is a microclimate and how do they affect habitat, climate and the soil? We will explore the diverse microclimates on the property of Denny Thomson, Professor Emeritus of Meteorology and former head of the Department of Meteorology, as he shares his expertise and insights. Join us for a unique experience as we walk through meadows, past ponds, and into the forest with Denny Thomson. He will explain what microclimates are and their vital role in habitat, climate, and soil. We will walk through meadows and forests, navigating occasional steep sections of the trail. Along the way, we will pause frequently to listen and learn from Denny during this engaging outdoor lecture. The event should take about 2 to 3 hours. Good walking shoes are a must (boots would be best). Wear long pants. 
Overhead view of Denny's property. Park where the red lines are on the map.
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This hike is eligible for Pennsylvania Interfaith Power & Light's 2025 Bike & Hike miles. The 2025 theme is Caring for Every Body: Moving Through Nature, a reflection on the intersection of climate justice and disability. Learn more at: https://pa-ipl-2025-bike-and-hike.raiselysite.com-----------------------------------
Level: Moderate
Bring: good walking or hiking shoes, water and a snack.
Cancellation Policy: Steady rain cancels