Category Archives: Field Trips

Blue Wall Preserve – April 6, 2026

Posted on April 9, 2026 by WCBC

We first visited the 575 acre Blue Wall Preserve, managed by the Nature Conservancy, last fall and wondered what goodies we would find in the spring. It didn’t disappoint! The Preserve contains the Twin Ponds, Lanny’s Cascade, and Richard’s “secret” … Continue reading →

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Station Cove Falls – April 3, 2026

Posted on April 5, 2026 by WCBC

We did things a little differently again this year & walked from Oconee Station to the falls. Once again we found the elusive Three parted Violet (Viola tripartita), Whorled Horsebalm (Collinsonia verticillata), & Pinxter Flower (Rhododendron periclymenoides), and a special … Continue reading →

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Best of Twin Bridges

Posted on March 28, 2026 by WCBC

Sadly for the past couple of years we have been unable to visit one of our favorite early spring places, Twin Bridges. You can see why from Carol’s photographs! So, let’s pretend that we will be there and keep our … Continue reading →

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Springtime at Glassy Mountain Heritage Preserve

Posted on March 22, 2026 by WCBC

Glassy Mountain is a Piedmont monadnock that is the remnant of a pluton. For information on its origins check the post here.  More info on Glassy Mountain Heritage Preserve and the plants at Glassy:  Glassy Mountain Heritage Preserve by Patrick … Continue reading →

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Holiday Fest – December 12, 2025

Posted on December 14, 2025 by WCBC

We had a great turnout for our Holiday Fest party! And great food goes without saying! If you missed the party you can see the after-lunch program here. Photography by Ken Borgfeldt & Penny Longhurst. Click on any picture to … Continue reading →

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