Join the C&O Canal Trust to celebrate Native Plant Month! Explore native plantings in the C&O Canal National Historical Park with NPS and Trust staff. The presentation will discuss successful efforts by the NPS to support growth of native plantings and beautification in the park and the Trust’s initiative to support conservation of rare, threatened, and endangered plant species. Attendees will learn more about the importance of growing native plants in their own home garden landscapes to encourage healthy ecosystems benefiting native birds, insects, and animals. A walk will follow the presentation, along a designated path in celebration of Native Plant Month and attendees will receive seeds and resources for plants native to Maryland. Attendees will learn more about ways to get involved with the Trust to support this initiative.
Continuing Education (CE) credits may be certified in advance for Maryland master gardener programs.
Date: Wednesday, April 30 (Rain date: May 7)
Time: 5 – 8 pm (Additional details will be provided upon registration.)
Location: Historic Great Falls Tavern
11710 Macarthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854
Registration Fee: $35 (Registration in advance required.)
Parking: There is parking at Great Falls
Restrooms: Flush toilets available near the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center
Accessibility: This program involves standing and the ability to walk approximately one mile on flat terrain with ramps.
Trout Lily by Charissa Hipp
Dutchman’s Breeches by Jan Branscome
Please bring:
Weather-appropriate layers
Comfortable walking shoes
Water
Weather:
In the event of a schedule change or cancellation due to inclement weather or conditions, we will contact you via email.
Questions? Please direct any inquiries to [email protected].
Top Photo: Ruth Wittersgreen
