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Past Events, Plants

MOSS AND LICHEN WALK ALONG THE LAUREL RIVER TRAILFeatured

MAY 1, 2024.

Leader: Sue Studlar

On May 1, Susan Studler led 11 BRNN members on a moss, liverwort and lichen discovery walk along the beautiful Laurel River near Hot Springs, NC.  Susan had identified over 100 species in the first half mile of the trail, we saw a limited number.  She graciously provided a handout to the group which explained the characteristics of the organisms which is attached.  Randy Richardson did his usual great photography, the link to the photos in Amazon is https://www.amazon.de/photos/share/Y2sKB3ElqubuWOqq5AR34RUqHtHQ6w8yKP7AGpC88hV. 

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Outings, Past Events

Wildflower Hike at Twin Bridges/Melrose FallsFeatured

On Tuesday March 26, 8 intrepid hikers braved the weather to view the spring ephemerals at Twin Bridges led by Randy Richardson.  The following Thursday, 17 naturalists followed the wildflower path to Melrose Falls accompanied by Paul Fredrickson.  On the trek we saw lots of blooming Trillium, Purple Phacilia, Blue Cohosh, Violets of a few varieties, Yellow Mandarin and the stunning Large-flowered Bellwort.

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Past Events, Plants

Foster Nature by Landscaping with Native Plants

with Drew Lathin, owner of Mountain Native Landscape Design

Tuesday,

March 12, 7 p.m.

Landscaping with native plants is critical for building wildlife habitat, reducing resource inputs like excess water and fertilizer, and creating healthy outdoor living areas. Learn why only native plants can do this as well as some design tips to make your native landscape beautiful.

Drew Lathin is the owner of Mountain Native Landscape Design. He is also a certified Blue Ridge Naturalist. Drew is an advocate for re-wilding our urban and suburban landscapes, using native plants in thoughtful ways to bring biological diversity and beauty to our everyday lives.

No RSVP necessary for this event. We look forward to seeing you there!