Mary Stone shares the delight of Wood Frogs arriving in her pond and singing their mating calls. Previously, Bullfrogs and Spring Peepers were the only frog residences. Mary highlights the role of frogs and toads in pest control and as indicators of environmental health. She recalls her Frog Watch USA training, a simple way listeners can help count species in their neck of the woods to help save our wetlands. 

She wraps ups with a personal story about interning her friend Gene Martin's ashes in West Virginia, reflecting on the beauty of the journey and the joy and significance of being present in nature.

Thank you for tuning in. 

Related Episodes, Posts, and Helpful Links:

Wood Frogs Sing for Spring - Blog Post with stunning photos by Blaine Rothauser

Ep 131. Ponds vs. Lakes and Vernal Pools

Ep 30. Attracting Toads, Frog Watch USA
Attracting Toads to Your Garden - Blog Post

NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife PDF about Wood Frogs
and Online Field Guide for Reptiles and Amphibians

Previous Story about my friend Gene Martin

Ep 120. Blessing Moth & Bottle Trees
A Magical Blessing Moth – Blog Post

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Mary Stone, Columnist & Garden Designer
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It's not only about gardens; it's about nature's inspirations, about grasping the glories of the world around us, gathering what we learned from mother nature, and carrying these lessons into our garden of life. So, let's jump in in the spirit of learning from each other. We have lots to talk about.

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