Tag Archives: Ferns
Wintergreen Falls – June 12, 2026
Last year we didn’t make it to the waterfall. We didn’t even get halfway before it started pouring with rain! This year we made it all the way. Scorching hot day, but loads to see. Perfect timing to see Milkweed … Continue reading
Buck Spring Nature Trail – May 29, 2026
Once again, we started at the Pisgah Inn, hiked to Buck Spring Lodge, & then continued past the parking area along the old road route towards the tunnel overlook. After a week of rain we were surprised to stay dry! … Continue reading
Coontree Trail – May 18, 2026
We had perfect weather. Although temperatures in the 80’s were threatened, it was pleasant in the woods. Once again we found our bucket list plants (eventually!) as well as a bunch of Violets, Large Wood Sorrel (Oxalis grandis) & Purple … Continue reading
Oklawaha Greenway – May 11, 2026
A select group of members walked part of the Oklawaha Greenway starting from the Patton Park trailhead. Katie Breckheimer, Friends of the Oklawaha Greenway chair, started us off by explaining how the Greenway was created and their goals for the … Continue reading
Holmes Educational State Forest, Upper Loop (Demonstration Trail) – May 8, 2026
Holmes Trail Map We were a little late for the Trillium but the Fairy Wands were in full swing! And loads of ferns. Once again we saw the confusing mystery Holly. Is it Ilex ambigua or Ilex montana? It seems … Continue reading