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Sam Knob Meadow – October 9, 2026

Posted on October 11, 2026 by WCBC

A perfect Fall day at Sam Knob Meadow surrounded by Gentians – and we beat the arrival of tropical storm Isaias! Botanical plant names seem to change almost every day, but for now we use those approved by ITIS, the … Continue reading →

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Glassy Mountain Heritage Preserve – September 11, 2026

Posted on September 14, 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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Flat Laurel Creek – Sam Knob Loop – September 4, 2026

Posted on September 6, 2026 by WCBC

We had such a great time hiking down Flat Laurel Creek Trail that we decided to continue with the loop, returning through Sam Knob Meadow. Afterwards, some members stopped at the new Little-Wolfie to check out the plants there. Botanical … Continue reading →

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Glassy Mountain Scout – September 2, 2023

Posted on November 5, 2023 by WCBC

Glassy Mountain is a monadnock that is the remnant of a pluton. For information on its origins check the post here.  Read more info on the plants at Glassy in Glassy Mountain Heritage Preserve by Patrick D. McMillan We didn’t … Continue reading →

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Sam Knob Meadow – June 5, 2023

Posted on June 9, 2023 by WCBC

We planned to walk to the meadow monthly starting in May. However, on our scout in early May there were very few plants to be seen so we skipped that field trip. Here is the first monthly post on the … Continue reading →

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