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Holmes Educational State Forest, Upper Loop (Demonstration Trail) – October 23, 2026

Posted on October 25, 2026 by WCBC

Holmes Trail Map Another glorious fall day and we saw loads of Gentians. Thanks to Park Ranger, EJ Dwigans, who hiked with us and explained the history of Holmes, about their Legacy trees, and pointed out different fungi. Photography by … Continue reading →

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Rock Quarry Road – October 2, 2026

Posted on October 4, 2026 by WCBC

Our second fall walk at the Quarry and again we found a bunch of different plants as well as more Joro Spiders! Botanical plant names seem to change almost every day, but for now we mostly use those approved by … Continue reading →

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Sky Valley Road – August 28, 2026

Posted on August 30, 2026 by WCBC

Once again, rain the day before reduced the amount of dust on the road and freshened up the plants. We also completed the trip and lunch before the obligatory afternoon thunderstorms. Botanical plant names seem to change almost every day, … Continue reading →

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Frying Pan Gap – July 31, 2026

Posted on August 2, 2026 by WCBC

Beautiful sunny day for a hike and not too hot.  Still some Turk’s Cap Lilies blooming as well as several Featherbells. However, fruit is forming and leaves are turning. Fall is creeping up on us! Botanical plant names seem to … Continue reading →

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Sam Knob Meadow – June 26, 2026

Posted on June 28, 2026 by WCBC

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 →

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