10 Nature Treasures to Find at the Park or Around the Block
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Sword fern. Credit: Nancy Chaney
3. Ferns
Our rainy Pacific Northwest region has tons of ferns, and you can find them in almost any park. In the spring, ferns give a little show. Look at the new ferns as they emerge tightly curled and gradually open over many weeks.
At other times of the year, pick a mature fern frond and bring it home to make a leaf print. Other leaves to try include maple and beaked hazelnut. Can you find these or other interesting leaves?
