Peaked Mountain, Monson (5/20)

Our final stop for the field trip planning was at a Trustees of the Reservations property in Monson named Peaked Mountain. The property has a very nice field and we found a few nice butterfly species (American Copper, Pine Elfin, American Lady, Pearl Crescent, Clouded Sulphur). We only spent a little time in the field before we had to start back to Norcross. We swung back thru the woods and by a small lake. The Black-throated Green Warblers were still calling even though it was well into the afternoon.

But, my best discovery at Peaked Mountain was a Brown Snake along the path on the way back to the parking lot. It was overcast so he wasn't in the mood to get out of the way. I took some pictures and you can check them out on my PBase (Snakes) page.

I'd like to thank Jen for all of her help. She guided us the netire day and her expertice was invaluable.