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Flat Laurel Creek – Sam Knob Loop – September 4, 2026

Posted on September 6, 2026 by WCBC

We had such a great time hiking down Flat Laurel Creek Trail that we decided to continue with the loop, returning through Sam Knob Meadow. Afterwards, some members stopped at the new Little-Wolfie to check out the plants there. Botanical … 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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Wolf Mountain Overlook – August 2026

Posted on August 24, 2026 by WCBC

Unfortunately our 2026 Parkway South field trip had to be cancelled due to a huge early morning thunderstorm. Luckily Jim ignored the orders! Photography by Jim Poling. Botanical plant names seem to change almost every day, but for now we … Continue reading →

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Jackson Park – August 14, 2026

Posted on August 16, 2026 by WCBC

We last visited Jackson Park in 2008, so a return visit was overdue. The description said we would explore the wetlands, but after a few weeks of rain we should have realized they would be VERY WET wetlands! Note: Next … Continue reading →

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Fawn Lake Loop, DuPont State Recreational Forest – August 7, 2026

Posted on August 9, 2026 by WCBC

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 →

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