This is the time of the year that the Venus Flytraps and Pitcher plants are blooming, so be sure to sign up early as space is limited.

The Green Swamp Preserve is managed by The Nature Conservancy., and contains some of the country’s finest examples of longleaf pine savannas. The open savannas have a diverse herb layer with many orchids and insectivorous plants.  Almost 13,000 acres of the preserve, however, are comprised of a dense evergreen shrub bog (pocosin) dominated by gallberry, titi and sweet-bay.

This outing is led by Dr. John Taggart, a Botanist and professor at UNCW.  He will discuss the habitat and wildlife of the area as we walk through the nature preserve.   This area is suitable for able adults, and older children that can stay on the dirt paths, and able to negotiate uneven terrain.   As per park regulations, no dogs are allowed in this sensitive area.

 This is the time of the year that the Venus Flytraps and Pitcher plants are blooming, so be sure to sign up early as space is limited.  Things do happen, so if you can't attend, please cancel your space 48 hours in advance so others may attend.  Each person should register seperately.