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Join our Forest Rangers for an easy 3/4 mile walk to observe and identify early spring wild flowers. Call now (828 692-0100) to reserve your spot! You must sign up for this program to participate. We are likely to see some early ephemerals such as Oconee Bells, Trout Lilies, Bloodroot, and more! The program is […]
Join our Forest Rangers for an easy hike to observe and identify early spring wild flowers. Call now (828 692-0100) to reserve your spot! You must sign up for this program to participate. We are likely to see plenty of trillium, bloodroot, lady slippers, and more! The program is limited to 20 people but if […]
A guided introduction to the world of fungi. Come explore our rich cove forest with Ranger Dwigans in search of various fungi. There will be discussion about the history, toxicity, ecology, biology, medicinal uses, and edibility of mushrooms that are common to our area followed by a foray into the forest. You MUST sign up […]
A guided introduction to the world of fungi. Come explore our rich cove forest with Ranger Dwigans in search of various fungi. There will be discussion about the history, toxicity, ecology, biology, medicinal uses, and edibility of mushrooms that are common to our area followed by a foray into the forest. You MUST sign up […]
Join Ranger Kinsella on a short hike to experience the beauty of fall foliage! Learn to identify 10 common tree species and discuss the basics of photosynthesis, biochemistry, and the process of leaf color change. You MUST sign up for this program to participate. Call now (828 692-0100) to reserve your spot! Program is limited […]
Join NC Forest Rangers for a moderate, ¾ mile hike to observe and identify early spring wildflowers. Call now (828 692-0100) or email (holmesesf.ncfs@ncagr.gov) to reserve your spot! You MUST SIGN UP for this program to participate. Hiking through this diverse forest ecosystem we are likely to see plenty of Oconee Bells, Trout Lilies, Bloodroot […]
Join NC Forest Rangers for an moderate, ¾ mile hike to observe and identify early spring wildflowers. Call now (828 692-0100) or email (holmesesf.ncfs@ncagr.gov) to reserve your spot! You MUST SIGN UP for this program to participate. Hiking through this diverse forest ecosystem we are likely to see plenty of Trillium, Flame Azalea, Sweet Shrub […]
Join professional birder Kevin Burke for a birding exploration of Holmes Educational State Forest. Kevin has been birding for 17 years and uses his expertise to guide trips in North Carolina, Tennessee, Washington, Idaho, and Oregon. Most recently Kevin has led trips to Columbia and Portugal. On this hike we can expect to see/hear warblers […]
A guided introduction to the world of fungi. Come explore our temperate forest with Ranger Dwigans in search of various fungi. There will be discussion about the history, toxicity, ecology, biology, medicinal uses, and edibility of mushrooms that are common to our area followed by a moderate hike into the forest! You MUST SIGN UP […]
Join NC Forest Rangers on a three-mile guided hike through areas that have been recently burned with prescribed fire at DuPont State Recreational Forest. Participants will learn about the goals and objectives of using prescribed fire, as well as its application and effects. This hike will begin at the DSRF Aleen Steinberg Visitor Center and […]
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