THIS TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED, as of Sept. 11, 2024.
NOTE: Preregistration is required. Please email Juliana Smith with “Fall Wildflower Walk” in the subject line at: jamsmif@gmail.com
Field Trip Leader: Juliana Smith
Description: We will ramble through Webb WMA, South Carolina’s first WMA, to enjoy the fall wildflower season. This expansive property possesses several habitat types from upland pine savanna all the way to bottomland hardwood forests of the Savannah River floodplains. We’ll spend our time caravanning to different sites at Webb, paying particular attention to the diversity of fall wildflowers in the upland pine savannas, and only just barely visit the edge of the floodplain. This program will focus on the various pollination and seed dispersal strategies of flowering plant families, getting up close and personal with flower anatomy, pollination mechanisms, and seed structure as opportunities present themselves. Beginning plant-enthusiasts are welcome.
Location & Directions: 2680 Augusta Stage Coach Rd, Garnett, SC 29922. PLEASE NOTE – This address and Google Maps link brings you to a church, but Webb WMA is across the street. If you are approaching from the direction of GA-119/Clyo or Hwy 321/Garnett, SC, Webb WMA is on the left before the church. If you are approaching from Route SC-3/Estill/Shirley, SC, Webb WMA is on the right after the church.
Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fxa81Rs3ar45snhf7
Meet At: The parking area near the big house at the end of the driveway.
Bathroom Facilities: Yes.
Walking Difficulty: We will be consolidating cars and caravanning to different sites at Webb WMA.
Bring: Lunch, snacks, & water. Remember to dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Dress in layers so that you can adjust to changes in the temperature and your activity level. Biting insects will be present. You are encouraged to wear lightweight long sleeves, pants, and high socks to minimize exposure. Open-toed shoes are discouraged. You may wish to bring binoculars, hand lens, notebook, and camera.
Contact: Juliana Smith, jamsmif@gmail.com, (803) 645-0114