Scilla & Canine
I’ve been tracking a tiny orchid that only blooms every two years in the misty valley—its petals are translucent blue and it’s disappearing faster than I can document it. I think the key to saving it lies in a microclimate we’ve overlooked; have you seen how those old logging roads are altering the local water flow?
Sounds like a real treasure, and you’re right—those old logging roads can mess with the water, drying out the mist that the orchid needs. I’ve seen how a little switch in drainage can turn a thriving patch into a ghost town. Maybe we could map the water runoff from those roads and see if a simple barrier or re‑grading could restore the humidity. If the valley’s a protected area, we could lobby for a quick assessment, but you’ll probably have to push through a lot of red tape. It’s frustrating, but if we can get a few hours of fieldwork in before the next bloom cycle, we might salvage some of those blue petals. Keep digging, and let me know if you need help finding the right folks to talk to.