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MNPS Field Trip: Spring Ephemeral Walk at Ferry Hill Plantation (Sunday)

  • 04/13/2025
  • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • C&O Canal Ferry Hill Plantation, Sharpsburg (Washington County)
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Co-sponsoring Organization: C&O Canal National Historical Park

Leader: Rachel Renzi & Bradley Simpson

Location: Spring Ephemeral Walk at Ferry Hill Plantation, C&O Canal NHP

Ferry Hill boasts fantastic limestone outcroppings and rich forests that are home to a diverse array of ephemeral wildflowers. Come admire the Dutchman’s breeches, spring beauties, anemone, trout lilies, dwarf larkspur, and many more!

Rachael is a plant enthusiast who works at C&O Canal National Historical Park. Bradley is a MNPS Board Member and Habitat Manager at Nature Forward

For additional information:  Bradley Simpson, Bsimpso2@umd.edu, 443-433-8819

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Limited to 10 people. Registration through March 13 for members only.  Directions will be included in registration confirmation.

Bring: Please bring whatever you need for a walk in the woods! This means good shoes, water, lunch, and snacks. Bring a hand lens if you have one, as well as your favorite identification resources.

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