June 9 - Shenandoah National Park

June 9 (Saturday): Shenandoah National Park
Registration still open for
Hawksbill Gap Area, 10 am - 3 pm
Sample some of the Park’s high-elevation natural communities with Gary Fleming, vegetation ecologist with the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, Division of Natural Heritage. This hike, of moderate difficulty on steep and rocky trails, will leave from the Hawksbill Gap parking lot (Milepost 45.6) and will last four to five hours. Natural communities to be explored include boulderfield woodlands with mountain ash and yellow birch, rich cove forests, high-elevation seeps and greenstone barrens. Sturdy footware, preferably hiking boots, are required.
Stoney Man Nature Trail, 10 am - 3 pm
For a less challenging hike that still offers an abundance of wildflowers and a stunning view of the Shenandoah Valley, join Maryland Native Plant Society board member Joe Metzger at Stony Man Nature Trail. Expect to see a variety of ferns and possibly white clintonia, (Clintonia umbellulata) and shrub honeysuckle in flower. Meet in the parking area at the Stony Man trail head.

Field Trip Registration
Park entrance fees are not included in the registration price. For all hikes, wear sturdy shoes or boots and be prepared for bugs and sun. Bring water and lunch or snacks.
Please mail your registration with your field trip choice(s) to:
VNPS FIELD TRIPS, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce VA 22620.
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Field trip ($10)
____ Hawksbill Gap, June 9
____ Stony Man Nature Trail, June 9