Coring Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis) in Wooster Memorial Park (aka Spangler)
Wooster Memorial Park has been a great resource for The College of Wooster Earth Sciences (ESCI), Biology among others. Here the ESCI course in Paleoclimate, under permit from the Friends of Wooster Memorial Park, sampled 20 second growth Eastern Hemlock with the aim of determining the climate response of the species in the Park. A recent publication by the Wooster Tree Ring Lab incorporated results from past sampling in the park that was concerned with the changing climate response of white oak trees. This oak study can be found here Wiles et al., 2025.
Lidar Map of Wooster Memorial Park – the green field in the west of the park is the approximate location of tree-ring sampling.
The class took advantage of a spectacular day for the sampling.
Nick demonstrating the coring technique using an increment borer.
Another perfect core, once trained, the five groups went into sampling mode.
For most of the group, this was their first experience coring and it was clear some were naturals at the technique.
First-ever core reveal photo – a proud dendrochronologist.
Another first.
Coring for the first time.
Coring and at the same time keeping a sharp eye out for wildlife.
A first – ever core safely archived in a reusable plastic straw.
Even the TA was caught working in this photo.
Deep in the hemlock forest – group three assesses another hemlock.
On the cliff’s edge tree workers and tourists confer.
Another core reveal photo.
Here five sizeable hemlocks lie in a row – blown down by the summer storm of 2022.
All the root throw from hundreds of downed trees is significantly changing the sediment budget in the tributaries.
From the storms and trees killed by the emerald ash borer there is plenty of wood for log jams.
A portion of the park was used for raising shade trees back in the day. Here is one of the shade trees that remains.
Reflecting on the completed coring and anxious to get to the lab work.
One of the many, diverse rocks in Rathburn Run. Special thanks to the Friends of Wooster Memorial Park and the City of Wooster for maintaining the park and allowing us to sample there.
Source: https://woostergeologists.scotblogs.wooster.edu/2025/03/15/coring-eastern-hemlock-tsuga-canadensis-in-wooster-memorial-park-aka-spangler/
Anyone can join.
Anyone can contribute.
Anyone can become informed about their world.
"United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.
Before It’s News® is a community of individuals who report on what’s going on around them, from all around the world. Anyone can join. Anyone can contribute. Anyone can become informed about their world. "United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.
LION'S MANE PRODUCT
Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules
Mushrooms are having a moment. One fabulous fungus in particular, lion’s mane, may help improve memory, depression and anxiety symptoms. They are also an excellent source of nutrients that show promise as a therapy for dementia, and other neurodegenerative diseases. If you’re living with anxiety or depression, you may be curious about all the therapy options out there — including the natural ones.Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend has been formulated to utilize the potency of Lion’s mane but also include the benefits of four other Highly Beneficial Mushrooms. Synergistically, they work together to Build your health through improving cognitive function and immunity regardless of your age. Our Nootropic not only improves your Cognitive Function and Activates your Immune System, but it benefits growth of Essential Gut Flora, further enhancing your Vitality.
Our Formula includes: Lion’s Mane Mushrooms which Increase Brain Power through nerve growth, lessen anxiety, reduce depression, and improve concentration. Its an excellent adaptogen, promotes sleep and improves immunity. Shiitake Mushrooms which Fight cancer cells and infectious disease, boost the immune system, promotes brain function, and serves as a source of B vitamins. Maitake Mushrooms which regulate blood sugar levels of diabetics, reduce hypertension and boosts the immune system. Reishi Mushrooms which Fight inflammation, liver disease, fatigue, tumor growth and cancer. They Improve skin disorders and soothes digestive problems, stomach ulcers and leaky gut syndrome. Chaga Mushrooms which have anti-aging effects, boost immune function, improve stamina and athletic performance, even act as a natural aphrodisiac, fighting diabetes and improving liver function. Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules Today. Be 100% Satisfied or Receive a Full Money Back Guarantee. Order Yours Today by Following This Link.
| Online: | |
| Visits: | 1,682,722,659 |
| Stories: | 8,372,890 |
Whistler Blowers, Insiders
