Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 8, 2023 LATER | FROM PAGE 1 ed out by pioneer tree species. which grow from seeds already in the soil or seeds which may be brought in by birds or wind from nearby trees. It takes many decades of changing species for trees to grow back, and by the time it is stable again the forest may not be made up of the same mix of species as before the fire. Learning from the storywalk A visit to Breakheart this fall could include taking in the “storywalk” set up along the Lodge Trail, which features the book “One Small Place In a Tree,” written by Barbara Brenner and illustrated by Tom Leonard. This book follows the creatures that make use of decaying trees and logs to make their homes and is an educational and upbeat topic for a year when there are likely to be more decaying logs than usual, not only in Breakheart but in our neighborhoods and gardens. The storywalk project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, and expanded upon by the Kellogg-Hubbard Library, also of Montpelier, Vt. Breakheart has set up different storywalks for several summers, designed particularly for families with children to enjoy reading and connecting with the natural landscape. The Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation and the Massachusetts Department of Interpretive Services provided this particular storywalk at Breakheart Reservation. The storywalk was set up by park Visitor Services Supervisor Jessica Narog-Hutton, who plans and coordinates all events and programs CAMUSO | FROM PAGE 5 study is complete to accept those study results or to deny them at a future 2026 election. I urge residents to pay attention to this Charter study ballot question seeing some certain people are creating rumors to make it fail on election day. This upcoming election is one of the most important elections Saugus has seen in many years with this Charter revision ballot question, Board of selectman, School Committee, town meeting etc. It is going to be a popularity contest this election as you will see in the amount of candidates running for seats & especially for Charter Commission board. If any resident asks me what do you think we should do about the Charter situation? I will BREAKHEART’S BURNING: An aerial view of the fires that burned through Breakheart Reservation last August, forcing a temporary closure. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) The pollinator gardens include bright yellow blackeyed Susans and blue hummingbird mint, which attract bees and butterflies. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) A CLOSEUP OF THE FLAMES: By the end of the fire, 80 acres had burned. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) Burned oaks in some areas remain standing among the green burnweed. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) at Breakheart Reservation. The storywalk will remain up until October, with a sign-up sheet in the gazebo to the right of the Visitor Center. I really liked how Jessica positioned each of the storywalk pages near actual logs and decaying trees so people could make the connection between the story and what was happening on the site. According to Jessica, “I chose that book because it realCharred wood from last summer’s fires is still visible throughout Breakheart Reservation. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) ly fit into the park, showing that just because a tree is decaying doesn’t mean that it doesn’t have a lot of life left in it and how important a decaying tree is to our park, and all parks.” She lives close to Wakefield’s entrance to Breakheart Reservation and often brings her twoyear-old into the park to play and run around. While the storywalk is especially intended for children and their caregivers, in my opinion it is also a very enjoyable feature for adults unaccompanied by children! Visitors may also enjoy the Pollinator gardens, which have many flowers in bloom and which are frequently visited by bees and butterflies. bers. I see the importance of this Charter study opportunity and would appreciate a voice to represent the concerns and input seeing the many concerns I’ve already been asked while collecting my signatures to be on the ballot. I’m asking on November 7th election day: 1 of your 5 votes for Precinct 2 town meeting member available and also I’m asking for 1 of your 9 votes available for the Charter Commission board. I’m a 22+ year Saugus resgive you my honest answer. I don’t know, why because the Charter study results hasn’t been done to give me the answer. Anyone who’s able to answer that question has a one sided agenda view. Who will represent you the best? I am seeking 1 of the 9 seats for the Charter Commission board. My interest is to know the advantages & disadvantages and how it will impact all Saugus community memident, a homeowner in Saugus, I’m married to my wife Michelle, and a proud Dad of 2 great boys. Both of my sons graduated from the Saugus public school system & presently both attend Bentley University College. I run a soOne is near the small bridge to the left of the Visitor Center, and another adjacent to the large rock across the parking lot. They have been in bloom throughout the summer, and several species, such as the asters (Symphiotrichum spp.), black-eyed susans (Rudbeckia hirta) and ‘Blue Fortune’ hummingbird mint (Agastache ‘Blue Fortune’) can be expected to bloom for several more weeks. cial media page “Anything in Our Town of Saugus Massachusetts” to keep Saugus residents informed about important issues, information & local events etc. about Saugus and surrounding areas. I’m a 27 year Proud Union local 6 construction worker but most importantly, I care about my community and the direction it’s going. I would appreciate the chance to keep representing Precinct 2 and to be part of the Charter Commission board to help explore its future opportunities for our community of Saugus. Remember to get out & vote on November 7th. I would appreciate your support. Thank you Robert J Camuso Sr Saugus Massachusetts
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