Location: Franklin Gulf - Parking Lot on Larkin Rd
Spring Ephemerals are vibrant wildflowers that bloom for only a few short weeks before the forest canopy fills in. Join Ranger Adam as we hunt for these rare flower species throughout Franklin Gulf Park and discover the unique survival strategies these plants use to race against the summer shade. Feel free to download "Seek by iNaturalist" on your smartphone for a great, plant and animal identification application.
· Meeting Location: Larkin Rd Lot
· Duration: Approximately 2 hours
· Distance: Approximately 1.5 miles
· Elevation: Moderate elevation change
· Surface Description: Forested trails, potential for mud/snow conditions
· Equipment Needed: Proper footwear & water. Optionally, a camera or magnifying glass
· Other: Dogs are welcome on a leash. This program is not accessible to strollers or wheelchairs
