Eastern Skunk Cabbage Journal
The weather and condition of the lake on April 1st:
On April 1st, it was around 45 degrees Fahrenheit. There was a light breeze and cold weather. Due to a storm a few days prior, there were many fallen trees, branches, and leaves. Due to all the fallen trees, the route to the lake was different, and it was also easier to get to places around the lake that we hadn’t previously taken pictures of or observed. Additionally, the storm washed up a significant amount of noticeable trash onto the shores of the lake. All around the coast, there were beer cans, plastic containers, and even an inflatable raft that had washed up as well.
Eastern Skunk Cabbage:
In the Aldridge Lake area, the Eastern Skunk Cabbages were very prevalent; we were able to capture evidence of quite a few at different locations and stages of their life. The Eastern Skunk Cabbage primarily was closer to the lake and the water, making sense because it thrives in areas with abundant water. It was surrounded by a Delicate Fern Moss, fallen leaves, and branches due to the strong wind and the recent storm. The Eastern Skunk Cabbage emitted a strong odor.
