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A small adventure

The Carletonian

The Arb is an important part of the Carleton experience, and it means different things to different people. Morning runners, classes, late-night walkers, weekend visitors and Arb caretakers traverse its paths. Photos of it appear on the dining hall screens. Its wildlife occasionally wander out across campus. Whether you’ve actually been out in the Arb.

The springs of Spring Creek

The Carletonian

Have you ever wondered why Spring Creek is called Spring Creek? Flowing northwest through campus, Spring Creek has been a staple of campus for its entire existence. If you’ve ever dipped a toe in, you may have noticed that it can be fairly cold, even in the height of summer. This is because much of...

Students draw rooms

The Carletonian

Room draw can be a stressful time for many students on campus. The uncertainty of where you will spend 30 whole weeks of your hopefully long and successful life can lead to a not-insignificant level of anxiety and worry. This is especially so considering the great range of living situations one can end up in,...

Frog and toad mating season

The Carletonian

It’s mating season! In the spring, male frogs and toads begin to search for mates. They call repeatedly, often throughout the day, though particularly at dusk, attempting to attract females. The Arboretum is home to multiple frog and toad species. In the early spring, you might hear Western Chorus Frogs (Pseudacris triseriata), Wood Frogs (Rana...

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