As the monsoon season gradually bids adieu, the idyllic hill station of Landour in Mussoorie undergoes a mesmerizing transformation, signaling the arrival of winter. Nature, in all its glory, reveals subtle yet distinct signs of this transition, setting the stage for a breathtaking spectacle. One of the first signs that catch your attention is theContinue reading “Nature’s Rhapsody of Season Change: Landour, Mussoorie”
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A Tale of Two Lantana Flowers: Landour, Mussoorie
Nestled in the beautiful landscape of Landour, Mussoorie lies the abode of different species of flowering as well as non flowering plants. Among them, that blooms with vibrant colors is the Lantana flower. This picturesque hill station is home to not one, but two varieties of Lantana flowers, each with its own unique charm andContinue reading “A Tale of Two Lantana Flowers: Landour, Mussoorie”
Fun Outdoor Camping Activities for Enthusiastic Young Explorers
Outdoor camping offers an incredible opportunity for children to explore nature, disconnect from screens, and engage in thrilling activities. Apart from the traditional campfire stories and toasting marshmallows, camping games play a vital role in keeping the little ones entertained and energized throughout their outdoor adventure. In this blog post, we have compiled a listContinue reading “Fun Outdoor Camping Activities for Enthusiastic Young Explorers”
“Nature’s story: Discovering the seasons through Phenology Walks with Children”
Nature is an ever-changing landscape, and observing these changes can be a magical experience for children as well as for adults. The forests and wilderness are perfect examples which reflect unity in diversity. The tall trees, herbs, shrubs, birds, insects, animals and microorganisms despite being different from one another, passively engage with one another toContinue reading ““Nature’s story: Discovering the seasons through Phenology Walks with Children””
A Floral Paradise: Spring Blossoms in the hillside of Landour, Mussoorie
The hillside of Landour, Mussoorie is again alive with the colors of spring. Springtime in the hills of Landour, Mussoorie is simply enchanting. The beauty of nature is at its peak, with the hillside covered in a vibrant display of blossoms. From the magnificent rhododendrons to the delicate myrtles, geraniums and primulas, the colors ofContinue reading “A Floral Paradise: Spring Blossoms in the hillside of Landour, Mussoorie”
Weeding invasive Mexican Devil (Ageratina adenophora) in the hillside: Nature based learning and outdoor education activity
Mexican Devil (Ageratina adenophora synonym Eupatorium adenophorum), commonly known as Crofton weed, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae native to Mexico and Central America. Initially grown as an ornamental plant, it has now become invasive into forests, hillslopes, roadside and farmlands. It forms dense colonies and prevents the seedlings of nativeContinue reading “Weeding invasive Mexican Devil (Ageratina adenophora) in the hillside: Nature based learning and outdoor education activity”
Portal in the trees: nature based learning in early childhood education
It’s springtime in the hillside of Landour, Mussoorie and the sun is shining bright over this beautiful abode of Oak trees. This is a perfect weather to do nature walks in the hillside to experience the intricate bond which mother nature shares in each and every corner of this beautiful landscape. So, I decided toContinue reading “Portal in the trees: nature based learning in early childhood education”
Butterflies of Landour 1: Indian tortoise shell butterfly
The winters have arrived on the hillside of Landour, Mussoorie, and so, the butterflies. The caterpillars who survived the harshness of the extended monsoons have finally emerged from their chrysalis and metamorphosed into beautiful butterflies. Different species of butterflies can be seen around these days fluttering over the tender flowers and greens. Their bright colouredContinue reading “Butterflies of Landour 1: Indian tortoise shell butterfly”
Nature shelters: Different species of Ferns on same Oak tree
While hiking in the woods today, I came across this big Oak tree. It was fascinating to observe two different species of ferns growing over moss covered bark. They were growing on the same aspect of the tree bole. The ferns were growing alongside each other but they respected each other’s boundaries. This is theContinue reading “Nature shelters: Different species of Ferns on same Oak tree”
Forestry for Kids: Learning Soil thermodynamics in outdoor education
Thermodynamics is a topic of study in sciences which lays its foundation in the middle year education program in most of the national or international curriculums. Thermodynamics is the scientific study of the relations between heat and other forms of energy. In simple words, thermodynamics is the dynamics of the heat energy. Educators and studentsContinue reading “Forestry for Kids: Learning Soil thermodynamics in outdoor education”
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