MNPS Fall Field Weekend: Gathland State Park (Sunday)

Sponsoring Organization: Maryland Native Plant Society

Hike on South Mountain starting at Gathland State Park heading south. Our footpath will be the Appalachian Trail.  This is a predominantly hickory/oak forest featuring other species including Birches, Beeches, Black Walnuts, Mountain Laurels and Witch-Hazels. Goldenrods and asters will be blooming. We will also see the remnants and fruit of spring ephemerals.

After 2 hours of walking through the forest while leisurely looking at trees, shrubs, grasses, plants and ferns, we will retrace our steps.

Leaders: Kathy Bilton and Claudine LeBeau

Registration through September 10 for members only.

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Limited to 15 people. 

Directions: included in registration confirmation.

FREE

Notes: moderate - We will walk uphill and downhill at times. If it rained recently, there may be mud.

Bring: Water, snack, insect repellent.

Cancellation Policy: Trip will be cancelled for heavy rain or dangerous weather.

Contact: (for additional information; not to register) Claudine Lebeau 240-472-2803 Claudine_l_lebeau@yahoo.com  

COVID POLICY

The Maryland Native Plant Society has developed policies and procedures for public program operations based on state and CDC guidelines.

Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant is ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

During registration we will ask each individual, or if under 18 a parent, to complete an agreement to the policies

Please read our full policy statement