4/12 Wildflower Walk in the Woodlands

Have you looked at those poster boards near the start of the trails in the Jacksonville Woodlands showing all the wildflowers and wondered where to find them? Meet up at Jacksonville Community Center for a narrated walk to enjoy spring wildflowers. April in the Woodlands generally offers a wonderful show of wildflowers of all colors and types. Join us for a moderate hike to find some beautiful examples and to learn about where they are likely to bloom—in shade or sunshine. Our guide is Larry Smith, who knows every nook and cranny of this beloved Jacksonville treasure. The session will start at the JCC Great Room for some brief background information from Larry. We hope for sunshine but the walk will go on if the weather is a bit wet—dress appropriately. If rain is heavy the session will be held indoors with photos at JCC.

Instructor Bio: Larry Smith taught 5th grade at the Jacksonville Elementary School for 35 years. Although he is semi-retired, he continues to work as a substitute teacher for the Medford School District. He was also a National Park Ranger at Crater Lake for 23 summers. He is a founding member of the Jacksonville Woodlands Association and has served in many roles in that organization, currently as Executive Director. He has written a book detailing the development and history of the Jacksonville Woodlands.