Tag Archives: Hiking
Pearson’s Falls – April 7, 2017
Thanks Millie. We had a wonderful visit, as usual! If you missed them, make sure you check out Lucy’s articles about Millie and also the Green Violet that appeared in past issues of Shortia. You can also check out the … Continue reading
Twin Bridges – April 3, 2017
Seven Hardy Souls! Wet but worth it! 83 species; 42 in bloom. And yes, we cheated and included some pictures from our scouts! Photography by Penny Longhurst, Jim Poling, and Joe Standaert
Pulliam Creek Scout – March 26, 2017
Sadly we had to cancel the field trip because of the weather, but here are some pictures from the scout. (Click on any picture to zoom) Photography by Ken Borgfeldt & Penny Longhurst. Plants that are non-native to North America are … Continue reading
Station Cove Falls – March 24, 2017
You may notice that some of the larger leaves look a bit torn. Apparently they were damaged during a recent hail storm! Photography by Penny Longhurst Also check out Jock Aplin’s great pictures at http://flickr.com/photos/25966632@N03/sets/72157679361208592/
Death Valley – 2016 Wildflower Super Bloom – February 17, 2017
Presenters: Joe and Mary Standaert. Death Valley is the hottest, driest place on the entire North American continent. But once every 10 years or so, something magical happens: The valley explodes with a rare floral “super bloom,” in which its … Continue reading
Western Carolina Botanical Club 