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Called It: Frogs

March 17, 2020 Tips

Called It: Frogs

As dusk and spring showers fall over our county, the croaking chorus of frogs rise. Learn how to tell them apart.
Audio recordings courtesy of the Indiana DNR and Hoosier Herpetological Society.

WOOD FROG
[ Lithobates sylvaticus ]
Hear the Call
ID Tips: Look for its iconic “robber’s mask” markings over the eyes and cheeks.
Unfrogettable Fact: In winter, these cool critters freeze into nearly solid “frogscicles”. Their bodies survive extreme ice exposure by producing a natural anti-freeze that protects their cells.

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🗓️ Date: Friday, October 24 & Saturday, October 25
📍 Location: Ox Bow County Park
⏰ Time: 7-10pm both nights

Bring your costumes, cozy up by the fire, and enjoy hayrides, live music, delicious food trucks, cemetery walks, and Halloween fun for all ages! 🍬👻

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Ever spotted a tree with thorns and wondered, “W Ever spotted a tree with thorns and wondered, “What kind of tree is this?”

Chances are, you were looking at a locust tree—we have two types: the Black Locust and the Honey Locust.

Here’s how you can tell them apart:

THORNS – The Honey Locust has much larger, more dramatic thorns than the Black Locust.
LEAVES – The Honey Locust has doubly compound leaves, while the Black Locust just has compound leaves.

Take a look at the photo:
 On the right is a Honey Locust leaf
 On the left is a Black Locust leaf

Next time you're on the trail, see if you can spot the difference!
Kids of all ages are invited to learn about the co Kids of all ages are invited to learn about the constellations and the stories behind them at our upcoming Build Your Stars program.  All participants will get a chance to create their own constellation and tell its story, too.  All supplies provided.  Preregistration is required by September 19.

Get signed up here - https://elkhartcountyparks.org/events/build-your-stars-9-20-25/
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