In February P6 Siese went to Spittal Pond to learn about the different types of habitats in Bermuda and the living things that reside there. It was a cloudy Thursday, and Mrs Siese was worried it might rain. We got off the bus, and ate our lunch. There were a few sprinkles of rain but it stayed dry enough for us to start our expedition.First we walked along the trail by the road. There were a lot of rocks and interesting plants to see. It was exciting when you could observe the pond through the trees. When we got to the big gate to the pond, we talked about why this reserve is important. It is home to many birds and insects that need fresh or brackish (salty) water to survive. Lots of birds fly past Bermuda when they migrate in the Spring and Fall, and they need somewhere to rest, eat and drink before they head off again.Did you know that when you are in a nature reserve, you need to be careful to stay on the paths? You also cannot break off plants or disturb the animals. There is a saying we have learned: “Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints”. That makes a nature reserve different than a park. In a park, you use the open space to play and you do not always have to stay on the paths. Also parks are usually not “wild”. The grass is cut and the bushes and trees are trimmed. A reserve is supposed to be like nature intended.There are a lot of habitats at Spittal Pond, such as the rocky shore. You can also learn about the diverse animals and food chains. On our trip, we saw a washed up Portuguese man of war. We observed a crane looking for food and longtails flying over the ocean. We drew a sketch of an interesting rock formation, and we took a lot of pictures.You might want to go to Spittal Pond. You can visit with your teacher or go with your parents. We want everyone to know how extraordinary Spittal Pond is. Check it out!