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Fawn Lake Loop, DuPont State Recreational Forest – August 7, 2026
Despite the power company applying loads of herbicide and the park maintenance workers mowing the roadside edges, we still managed to find most of our favorite plants – albeit in different locations AND we escaped the usual afternoon thunderstorm! Information … Continue reading
WCBC Annual Meeting, Holmes Educational State Forest – July 10, 2026
We had a great turnout for the Annual Meeting. As always, the picnic pavilion at Holmes was a perfect location – thanks to Susan and EJ (and the NC Forest Service) for providing such great facilities. We celebrated Bonnie’s birthday … Continue reading
Sam Knob Meadow – June 26, 2026
What a great day for a hike – not too hot & no rain. We were a little late for the spring flowers and too early for the late summer flowers, but our timing for the Fireweeds was just perfect, … Continue reading
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