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The mission of the Western Carolina Botanical Club is to identify and study native plants and their habitats

Fernhaven – April 26, 2024

Posted on May 4, 2024 by WCBC

As always, the ferns at Fernhaven were up and growing, the complementary spring ephemerals were blooming (including many of the Trilliums), and nearly a half-dozen native azalea species could also be enjoyed. Wow! Thanks, Juanita and Larason for another great visit! Photography … Continue reading →

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The Narrows at Eastatoe Creek Heritage Preserve – April 22, 2024

Posted on April 30, 2024 by WCBC

Phew! A long hike (for us) but with plenty of bang for the buck & fortunately the temperatures cooled down a little! Once again, a few plants that were new (for some of us). Plants that are non-native to North … Continue reading →

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Lower Cat Gap Trail – April 19, 2024

Posted on April 26, 2024 by WCBC

Another great turnout and lots of plants to see, as well as a few critters! Photography by Ken Borgfeldt, Penny Longhurst, Jim Poling, & Joe Standaert. Click on any picture to zoom & enter the slide show. Plants that are … Continue reading →

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Glassy Mountain Heritage Preserve – April 15, 2024

Posted on April 22, 2024 by WCBC

Looks like the timing for our Glassy Mountain trip was perfect once again. Most of our favorite plants were there and in amazing numbers – blooming Fringe Trees were everywhere! Photography by Ken Borgfeldt, Penny Longhurst, Jim Poling, Joe Standaert, … Continue reading →

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McCall Cemetery Loop – April 12, 2024

Posted on April 18, 2024 by WCBC

It’s been several years since we were able to visit McCall Cemetery due to Covid and then Tropical Storm Fred. The road just reopened this spring, so we thought it was time to check it out again. Photography by Ken … Continue reading →

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