Monthly Archives: August 2025
Sam Knob Meadow – August 29, 2025 (Scout)
Needed to get my late Summer Sam Knob Meadow fix. Walked from the parking area to the far side of the meadow to catch the Bull Thistle. Then, a short distance down Flat Laurel Creek, and finally up Investor Gap … Continue reading
Mt. Hardy Trail & Wolf Mountain Overlook – August 22, 2025
We did something different this time. After the hike we all stopped at Wolf Mountain Overlook before heading to Courthouse Valley Overlook for lunch. Botanical plant names seem to change almost every day, but for now we use those approved … Continue reading
Sky Valley Road – August 15, 2025
Well, at least loads of rain means the dust was washed off the plants and they looked in great shape. We also completed the trip and lunch before the obligatory afternoon thunderstorms. Botanical plant names seem to change almost every … Continue reading
Bear Pen Gap to Wet Camp Gap – August 8, 2025
Several days of rain makes plump mosses. Great cool weather compared to the past few weeks and no rain for a change! We caught the Spiranthes blooming for the first time in years, but there is definite encroachment of the … Continue reading
Kellogg Center – August 1, 2025
Great leaders! This was only the second time in several years that we haven’t been totally lost, even with several bridges out! Also our first visit in sweltering August! The Kellogg Center was originally the summer residence of Kathryn A. … Continue reading