Condition Monitoring Star of the Week, December 15th - 21st - Caswell County, NC

Our Condition Monitoring Star of the Week for was submitted on December 17th by observer with station number NC-CS-1 in Caswell County, NC. We chose this report because it offers a variety information, not only at the observer's station location but around their community.  In fact, it includes almost all impact categories observers offered on the CoCoRaHS impacts reporting form.  Like all reports submitted to the CoCoRaHS website, we read this observer's reports and we've noticed how they consistently record water levels and other conditions at Hyco Lake. Over time, these reports will allow us to better understand weather and climate impacts at this location and how they contribute to changing conditions. Consistent, long-term reporting at your location and in your community greatly increases the value of your reports. We encourage all observers to NC-CS-1's example!


Categories

Agriculture
Business and Industry
Plants and Wildlife
Tourism and Recreation
Water Supply and Quality

What season is this? One day it's warm and sunny, then cold and rainy or some combination thereof. With over an inch and a half of rain in the last ten days, Hyco reached a peak of 410.59' but has now dropped down to 410.36'. On early mornings the water is so still is looks like a mirror. At night it beautifully reflects the Christmas decorations set on docks. There are still plenty of campers at the recreation area. They have even decorated with stringing lights on the fence. Some die-hard fishermen have been dropping lines into the lake from the shore and boats - hope they are having good luck. The major influx of winter birds has not occurred yet but the seed in our feeders and the suet is disappearing on a steady basis. Sasanguas are steadily blooming, providing some color. Nandinas, pyracanthas and hollies are producing plenty of berries - ample for decorations and food for the birds. There are still plenty of leaves and acorns are on the ground, slowly but surely getting leaves into flower beds or compost bins. Worm bins are in their winter locations and their activity is slowing down. fields are barren but are still beautiful, just waiting for snow! The sunny days are helping the tomatoes int he greenhouse grow and the strawberries have begun to bloom. Occasionally see a few good bugs in the greenhouse. Hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas.