Taylor Hollow Wildflower Walks – 12-13 April

One of the premier wildflower sites around here is Taylor’s Hollow. Naturalists will lead three hikes there in April. >>> See photos below <<<

Where: Taylor Hollow State Natural Area (Three Hikes)
What: Taylor Hollow Wildflower Walk
Description: As the first property acquired by the Tennessee Chapter of the Nature Conservancy, Taylor Hollow State Natural Area is renowned for its floral display and a number of state-listed plant species. Along with enjoying a great display of spring wild- flowers and learning a bit about their ecology, we’ll discuss some of the forest types and trees within the natural area. These hikes are moderate and those accustomed to hiking should have no problems. Dress appropriately for the weather, and bring water and snacks. For more information, including descriptions, directions, and maps, visit www.tn.gov/environment/na/.

Dates and time for the 3 hike below.

Date: Friday, April 12 at 10:00 a.m. CT
Leader: Andrea Bishop, rare species botanist with the Division of Natural Areas. Reservations required: To reserve a spot for this hike contact andrea.bishop@tn.gov.

Date: Saturday, April 13 at 10:00 a.m. CT
Leader: Roger McCoy, botanist and Division of Natural Areas Director
Reservations required: To reserve a spot for this hike contact roger.mccoy@tn.gov.

Date: Saturday, April 13 at 1:30 p.m. CT
Leader: Paul Kingsbury, Tennessee Chapter of the Nature Conservancy
Reservations required: To reserve a spot, contact Paul at pkingsbury@tnc.org

Location: Meet at 671 Phillips Hollow Road, Westmoreland, in northeast Sumner Co. http://maps.google.com/maps?q=671+Phillips+Hollow+Road,+Westmoreland&hl=en&s ll=35.830521,85.978599&sspn=2.369212,3.532104&hnear=671+Phillips+Hollow+Rd,+ Westmoreland,+Tennessee+37186&t=m&z=16&iwloc=A.

Some of what you might see along the Taylor Hollow hike.