Winter Woody Plant Appreciation and ID at Pennyfield Lock (Friday)

Friday, March 15, 2019 - 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Sponsoring Organization: Maryland Native Plant Society 

Description: Join us for a late winter stroll at Pennyfield Lock on the C&O Canal. We’ll wander slowly upstream, admiring the lovely diversity of trees and shrubs that grow along the towpath and learn/refresh winter ID skills. This trip is oriented towards beginners, but all are welcome. If we’re lucky, we may also see overwintering ducks, woodpeckers and songbirds.

Leader:  Tenley Wurglitz

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Limited to 15 people.  MNPS members only through March 7, 2019.

Notes: This is a level walk of about two miles. There are portable restrooms in the parking area.

Bring:  Field guides, water, snack, binoculars, and rain gear.

Cancellation Policy:  Trip will go in light drizzle or light flurries, but trip will be cancelled in the event of heavy rain or storms.

Contact (for information, not to register): Tenley Wurglitz, tenley.wurglitz@gmail.com

Directions: included in registration confirmation.