At first glance, one might suppose that those white things are petals, but they are not. They are phyllaries, or bracts subtending the flowers. The flowers are the rose-colored structures. They are disk flowers--this composite is lacking ray flowers. Peak bloom time: April.
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Birding Hike Cancelled
Saturday, November 9th at 9:00 am We will look for birds to add to eBird and enjoy the outdoors.
Bring your binoculars.
Mushroom Walk
Saturday, November 16th at 9:30 David Lewis and volunteers will help look for fungi. David will teach us about collecting and identifying mushrooms.
As always, stay on the trails and collect only specimens for identification purposes.
Volunteer Workday
November 16th 1:00 pm
We will be clearing near the boardwalks using weed-eaters to prepare for the prescribed burn. Bring your cordless weed-eater and safety equipment. We will provide water and snacks.
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