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Sunday, February 26 2012, 1:00pm - 2:00pm |
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Cedar Ridge Preserve - Geoffrey B. Stanford Trout Lily Walk #1
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26 at 1:00 PM
Description: Trout lilies, or white dog-toothed violets, are the harbingers of spring in the plant world. These flowers in the lily family bloom from just mid-February to mid-March. And there are many interesting facts about trout lilies. Did you know trout lily bulbs produce just one leaf in the first 6 years, then 2 leaves, a scape (stem) and a flower in the 7th year?
Walk Details: Master Naturalist and long-time CRP volunteer Jim Varnum will conduct a short walk to observe trout lilies. The walk last approximately 1 hour. Bring your camera. Wear sturdy boots or shoes with good ankle support. Join Jim for a nature walk afterwards.
Location - Cedar Ridge Preserve, 7171 Mountain Creek Pky, Dallas 75249. www.audubondallas.org
Contact Jim Varnum jevarnum@aol.com or 214-543-2055. RSVP is not needed.
Other Trout Lily walks on Feb 25, Mar 1, Mar 3, Mar 4, Mar 10.
Approved AT (1 hour) JEV 12/25/2011 |
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