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Sponsor: Eastern Shore Chapter Co-Sponsor: Maryland Biodiversity Project
Leader: Jim Brighton (Maryland Biodiversity Project, co-founder)
Location: Park-n-Ride in Millington. Directions will be sent to all who register.
Description: Come and explore Kent County’s exciting natural areas. We will explore meadows, forested bottomlands, and Delmarva Bays; seasonal freshwater wetlands that hold interesting flora and fauna. After meeting at Park-n-Ride, our first stop will be at Millington WMA along Black Bottom Road. From here we will drive to another section of Millington WMA where we will walk to a couple Delmarva Bays. Our next stop will be at Cypress Branch. This area is largely unexplored. There are a couple large millponds and the forested bottomlands of Edmund’s Creek. From here we will drive to Brown’s Branch WMA. This is also fairly unexplored. The highlight here is the bottomlands of Browns Branch which hold interesting flora. This is an all-day field trip, but one can stop at any time.
Notes: Most of the areas that we will be exploring lack well-developed trails. Much of our time will be walking through woods and meadows and the ground may be uneven, and conditions may be muddy depending on the weather. Bring your camera and/or phone - we will document all living things we find on our way!
For additional information: Contact Cristina Niciporciukas eschapter@mdflora.org
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Limited to 16 people. Registration through May 1 for members only. Directions will be included in registration confirmation.
Bring: Please bring food and beverage for lunch. Restroom facilities are non-existent. We will make a restroom stop at the Food Lion in Millington before visiting Cypress Branch SP. While still early in the season, ticks and chiggers are always present, so please practice precautionary measures. Wear hat and weather appropriate clothing.
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