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

Bull Gap In-and-Out Scout – August 6, 2020

Posted on August 14, 2020 by WCBC

History of Rattlesnake Lodge Joe hiked in-and-out from Bull Gap towards Rattlesnake Lodge. Photography by Joe Standaert. (Click on any picture to zoom & enter the slide show). Plants that are non-native to North America are indicated by an asterisk … Continue reading →

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Sky Valley Road Scout – July31, 2020

Posted on August 10, 2020 by WCBC

Richard has been keeping an eye on Sky Valley Road for us.  Check out what’s new since last time. Photography by  Richard Holzman. Click on any picture to zoom. Plants that are non-native to North America are indicated by an … Continue reading →

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Frying Pan Gap Loop Scout – August 4, 2020

Posted on August 7, 2020 by WCBC

Hiked Frying Pan Gap Trail from the gate to the campground and then returned along the Parkway.  Photography by Penny Longhurst. Click on any picture to zoom & enter the slide show. Plants that are non-native to North America are … Continue reading →

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Native Flora of Henderson County Walkways – June 21 – July 25, 2020

Posted on August 1, 2020 by WCBC

With time on his hands, Ken and his faithful dog, Annie, have been documenting the flora of Henderson County walkways. Their walkies have taken them to the Oklawaha Greenway, Fletcher Park, Park Ridge Nature Trail, & the Park at Flat … Continue reading →

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Big Ridge & Shut-In Trails Scout – July 27, 2020

Posted on July 28, 2020 by WCBC

Charlie & Alice suggested these spots. Great idea! Hiked from Big Ridge Overlook north to the Parkway & then back along the road, and then from Mills River Overlook north.  Joe  & Mary stopped off at Mills River Overlook on … Continue reading →

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