Tag Archives: North Carolina

Shut-In Trail – August 9, 2024

Posted on August 11, 2024 by WCBC

Plants seemed to be much further along this year than in previous years. And, despite Ken’s prediction, it was a lovely day & didn’t rain! Photography by Penny Longhurst. Plants that are non-native to North America are indicated by an … Continue reading →

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Bear Pen Gap to Wet Camp Gap – July 26, 2024

Posted on August 1, 2024 by WCBC

Several days of rain sure makes plants perk up and fortunately it stayed dry for our walk. Once again,  the meadow was full of glorious Phlox (and Blueberries)!  Plants that are non-native to North America are indicated by an asterisk … Continue reading →

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Birds, Bugs, & Blooms

Posted on July 14, 2024 by WCBC

Shot on location along the Blue Ridge Parkway & in DuPont State Recreational Forest, Gorges State Park, & Pisgah National Forest in Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, & Transylvania Counties, North Carolina. Plants that are non-native to North America are indicated by … Continue reading →

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Wintergreen Falls – June 21, 2024

Posted on June 23, 2024 by WCBC

The waterfall looked very inviting on a hot day! Sadly, the week after we visited the Park Service mowed and plowed the meadow. All those Milkweeds have now gone! Photography by Penny Longhurst & Lucy Prim. Click on any picture … Continue reading →

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Frying Pan Gap – June 14, 2024

Posted on June 18, 2024 by WCBC

Looks like it was a beautiful day for a hike. Photography by Daudie & John Colson & Janice Irwin.  Click on any picture to zoom. Plants that are non-native to North America are indicted by an asterisk (*) placed after … Continue reading →

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