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Jes Gray
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Senior Plant Ecologist for Longmont, CO | PhD in Plant Ecology (CSU) | Runner, cyclist if injured | Dog parent | IG: @photecology & @heck.is.going.on | shill for kitgrayillustration.com
A little bit about the ecological changes over the last decade on the north shore of Union Reservoir. #longmont #colorado #nativeplants #restorationecology
Union Reservoir Over Time
Changes observed over time at various viewpoints from 2013-2016, and again in 2024.
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May 2, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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One of a series of viewpoints within the Longmont Open Space portfolio, showing dramatic changes that have occurred on the land since the 2013 flooding of the St. Vrain Creek.
High Plains Preserve Over Time
Changes observed at various viewpoints from 2013-2016, and again in 2024.
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January 22, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Join City of Longmont Parks, Open Space & Trails volunteers on December 18 for a cozy winter evening dedicated to cleaning native seeds they’ve collected. You're also invited to participate in a cookie swap.

• When: Wednesday, December 18, 5-7 pm
• Where: 7 South Sunset Street, Longmont
Native Seed Cleaning and Cookie Swap - City of Longmont - Parks, Open Space & Trails | GivePulse
Join us for a cozy winter evening dedicated to cleaning native seeds collected by our wonderful volunteers. This importa...
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December 9, 2024 at 5:31 PM
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Wow. Go read an absolutely blistering report (w/tons of charts) from the World Economic Forum on the massive cost of Climate Inaction:

"Rising climate risks are already impacting the global economy and the business case for collective action is clear"

reports.weforum.org/docs/WEF_The...
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December 11, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Getting in some light science at sandstone ranch #restorationecology #invasiveplants #longmont #colorado
December 11, 2024 at 3:04 PM
December 6, 2024 at 12:16 AM
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bsky post-a-day #2: Climate Change in Colorado. Published earlier this year, this report addresses observations and projections of climate in our state. It includes a look at key climate indicators, impacts on water, and various hazards. Graphs, maps, data, and more at climatechange.colostate.edu
December 4, 2024 at 5:50 PM
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adding a new notecard to my collection. these are prints, but the drawing itself was done in pastel and the western meadowlark behind it was done in colored pencil. #birding #birder #birdart
December 4, 2024 at 11:28 PM
www.npr.org/2024/11/11/n... How often are "weedy" native species used in restoration to displace non-native monocultures? Not just squirreltail and the like, but species like cc gumweed, ragweeds, or even horseweed, etc. Interested to hear the outcomes in the short and long term.
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December 3, 2024 at 8:41 PM
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Many arthropods are harmed by mowing management. However, mowing is ofter required to maintain species richness in high nature value grasslands. This is yet another case for phased mowing, of which Sinus mowing is a very nice example. Variation in mowing dates on landscape scale may also help.
📢New Paper about varied effects of #grassland mowing on #arthropod taxa. While #mowing generally reduces overall arthropod abundance, it has consistent negative (e.g. Diptera) or positive effects (e.g. Coleoptera) for some taxa. Mixed responses depend on factors like region, sampling, and management
December 3, 2024 at 11:42 AM
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I’m Kit - I’m looking to connect with birders, nature enthusiasts, and dog lovers! I am a science illustrator + environmental educator — I currently focus on my line of wildlife and botanical notecards and apparel. I also have a pit mix and retired racing greyhound that I will inevitably talk about!
December 3, 2024 at 3:43 PM
City open space programs aren’t perfect, but they’re a vital step toward balancing growth and conservation. By preserving and recreating native habitat in urban spaces, we support biodiversity, combat climate change, and create healthier communities.

#OpenSpace #UrbanConservation
November 30, 2024 at 5:28 PM
Colorado's grasslands face threats from agriculture, urban expansion, and infrastructure development, impacting wildlife and their habitats. How can we balance growth and conservation?

#Grasslands #Conservation #Sustainability #Biodiversity
November 30, 2024 at 5:11 PM
When we think of Colorado, we picture mountains—but did you know over a third of the state is grasslands? These vital ecosystems support wildlife, store carbon, and protect soils, yet less than 1% remain unaltered. Restoring them is key to our future. #grasslands #colorado #biodiversity #restoration
November 30, 2024 at 4:23 PM
Deeply saddened by the closing of foco doco, the best donuts we’ve ever had and our favorite post-birding thing to do. Nothing can ever replace it, but I need something to replace it. #fortcollins #focodoco #donuts
November 23, 2024 at 5:30 PM
Hi, I’m Jes, the sr. plant ecologist for Longmont, Colorado! I’m passionate about conservation, wildlife habitat, and restoring plant diversity in the Front Range. Excited to connect with others who share a love for putting ecological science into practice! #conservation #nature #ecology
November 18, 2024 at 11:22 PM