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Co-Sponsoring Organization: Maryland Biodiversity Project
Leader: John Hall
Location: C&O Canal at Sharpsburg, Maryland, Washington County
Join us as we explore Spring ephemerals along the C&O Canal at Sharpsburg. We will walk along the towpath and climbing the ridge at the edge of the Canal to explore a variety of habitats. This area has many spring ephemerals including Twinleaf, Dutchman’s Breeches and Trillium. We will spend a few minutes at the beginning of the trip learning to use iNat to make observations. Participants who want to use the iNat app should create an account and download the app before the trip (local cellphone coverage will be limited).
Directions will be included in registration confirmation.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Limited to 20 people. Registration through 3/23 for members only.
Note that An "Account" is not A "Membership" Our website allows non-members to have a "Contact Account" to receive emails about upcoming field trips, programs, and other events. When you login, click on your name (it should be on the top right of the page); if there are no details on membership, you are have a "Contact Account" only.
Notes: We will walk about 2 miles with a little hill climbing. Trails may be muddy so wear appropriate footwear. Weather in April can be unpredictable, please check the forecast before the trip.
Bring: water, snack, field guides. Participants who want to use the iNat app should create an account and download the app before the trip (local cellphone coverage will be limited). There are no facilities nearby so you should bring everything you need to be out for a few hours, including snacks. There is usually a restroom (port-a-potty) at the parking lot.
Cancellation Policy: The trip will only be cancelled in the event of very inclement weather. We will go in light rain. Participants will be contacted if we postpone the trip to April 7.
Contact: (for additional information; not to register) John Hall at email: jdhall2@gmail.com;
Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant is ill.
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