Seasonal field notes
A year in the wild.
Follow the changing rhythms of California’s landscapes. These collections are starting points for observation, shaped by weather, elevation, and place.
December · January · February
A different kind of green.
Rain-darkened bark, evergreen ferns, and fungi remind us that winter is a living season. Look closely at the sheltered forest floor.
7 species to look more closely at · California
The winter collection
Notice what’s here.
Seasons are approximate. These are editorial browsing collections, not live sightings or local flowering and fruiting forecasts. Evergreen species appear year round. Seasonal metadata requires regional review.