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Spring Wildflower Hunt Saturday, April 18, 2026 - 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 |
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Senior Hiking Club Wednesday, September 16, 2026 - Location: Franklin Gulf - Meeting Location: Larkin Road Parking Lot Join us as we partner with Erie County Senior Services for their Senior Hiking Club. The Hiking Club is a wonderful opportunity for seniors to stay active and enjoy the beauty of nature in the company of like-minded individuals. Summary: Join the Environmental Specialist Wendy on the orange loop trail through this conservation park’s forest! We will hike along a creek, up and down ravines, while listening to the sounds of the forests and breathing in the clean hemlock scented air.
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