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Date and time of observations: May 13, 2017; 12 pm to 4 pm.
Why the setting was chosen: The selection of the setting was largely informed by the observer's interest in the setting. Also, the setting is unique, providing an opportunity to observe the natural world without interruption.
Description of the setting: The forest is located in central Utah. The property is expansive, covering more than one million acres. It features not only woods, but also wildlife, a lake, and rocks.
Observations:
Hear: A smooth breeze can be heard rustling through the woods. In the background, noises of various birds and animals can be heard. The noises are of birds and animals ranging from raccoons to vultures, beavers, hummingbirds, woodpeckers, and cougars. Movements of animals can also be heard.
Smell: The air is cool, clean, and refreshing. There is a slight smell of decaying animals in the air.
Touch: The ground is generally hard and dry. The lake water is quite cold, despite high temperatures (about 26 degrees Celsius). Most trees have rough barks. Others have soft barks. Some rocks are slippery and others dry.
See: The forest features several species of trees, wildlife, rocks, and a natural lake. The tree species in view range from aspen trees to pines, spruce, and oaks. Most trees have green...
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