FIConservancy Postpones Sunset on the Beach until 2021
FIConservancy has postponed “Sunset on the Beach” until July 17, 2021.
Author Archive for: BARubinow
Entries by Betty Ann Rubinow
Parade Grounds Paths Widened to Six Feet
In keeping with efforts to maintain social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic, FIConservancy has widened all paths in the Parade Grounds to six feet.
Exciting News: Breeding American Woodcocks on FI
The American woodcock is neither endangered nor globally threatened, but this is the first example of a breeding pair on Fishers Island for some time.
Time is Right to Attack Aggressively Invasive Mustard Garlic
Fishers Island is awash in mustard garlic. This plant is a tenacious invasive weed that exudes a chemical through its roots that inhibits native plants from growing.
The Truth About Swans
It’s hard to resist the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale, when an ugly duckling grows into the most beautiful swan in the pond. Unfortunately, New York State’s largest bird can be aggressive to humans, and their voracious appetites often disturb local ecosystems, displacing native species.
Injured Adult Harp Seal Uses the Race for Rest & Recuperation
This adult harp seal beached itself in high winds at the Race April 21. Stephanie Hall, monitoring the shoreline for FIConservancy, saw the seal and what appeared to be blood near its fin.
Social Distancing
In the age of COVID-19, social distancing works. But painted turtles, the most widespread native turtles in North America, have no such concern.
Signs of Spring
Snowy egret returns in early April to pond near H.L. Ferguson Museum.
Enduring Comfort
“When thou art weary I’ll find thee a bed, Of mosses and flowers to pillow thy head.” John Keats (1795-1821).
The Calming Waters of Fishers Island
Taking a moment to enjoy this image of calm waters off South Beach may bring a brief respite from today’s challenges. There will be better days ahead.