Tag Archives: Ferns

Station Cove Falls – April 4, 2025

Posted on April 6, 2025 by WCBC

We did things a little differently 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 John & Rebecca … Continue reading →

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Big Ridge Loop – September 20, 2024

Posted on September 23, 2024 by WCBC

Another glorious day on the Parkway. Loads of confusing Asters and Goldenrods! Plants that are non-native to North America are indicated by an asterisk (*) placed after the species name. Photography by Ken Borgfeldt, Penny Longhurst, & Jim Poling. Click … Continue reading →

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Park at Flat Rock – September 13, 2024

Posted on September 15, 2024 by WCBC

Sadly the field trip was rained out, but fortunately Sarah took pictures when she scouted and we’ve added a few more from our previous visits. Photography by Ken Borgfeldt, Sarah King, Penny Longhurst, & Randy Richardson. Click on any picture … Continue reading →

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Tanbark Tunnel to Bull Gap – Virtual Field Trip!

Posted on September 1, 2024 by WCBC

History of Rattlesnake Lodge We haven’t had a chance to walk the Tanbark to Bull Gap trail this year – too much other good stuff to see elsewhere, so here’s a virtual field trip. It’s a perfect day out there … Continue reading →

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Flat Laurel Creek – August 23, 2024

Posted on August 25, 2024 by WCBC

Perfect weather for a hike – sunny & cool. Photography by Penny Longhurst. Botanical plant names seem to change almost every day, but for now we use those approved by ITIS, the Integrated Taxonomic Information System. Plants that are non-native … Continue reading →

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