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Cincinnati Wild Flower Preservation Society
Ohio Native Plant Society, Southwest Ohio Chapter
Updated Wednesday March 12, 2025 at 12pm
Our hikes and lectures are free and open to the public, and all are welcome. (but we depend on our memberships to cover our expenses.) ."You don’t have to be a plant expert to enjoy these trips and lectures. The locations are amazing and the atmosphere is casual. I’ve enjoyed every event that I’ve attended for many years!"- BB.
What you missed- On February 14, 2025 Melissa Kaelin gave an enthusiastic talk about the Aurora (borealis), "Chasing the Aurora Beyond the 45th Parallel”. She told us how to know when the northern lights may be visible in our area, including her favorite websites. She described the fun evening get-togethers in Michigan where folks gather to view the aurora. About 37 in attendance at Avon Woods plus Zoomers on a 35 degree winter eve. See the one hour video here
You may see other recent videos and photos by scrolling down on our "Newsletter" tab
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Friday, March 14, 2025: Potluck, Annual Meeting & Lecture, The Gathering at Northern Hills, 460 Fleming Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45231
Come to any part or all of this meeting, appetizers, potluck and lecture. You may also see the lecture on Zoom. Open to the public, but please RSVP if you are coming to dinner by clicking here
5:15 pm Appetizers and fellowship
5:45 pm Covered dish potluck dinner
7:00 pm Annual Meeting and Program (in person and by Zoom)
"New and Emerging Invasive Plants on Our Radar" by Dr. Theresa Culley, Professor, Dept of Biology, University of Cincinnati
Given our constantly changing environment, introduced non-native species can sometimes gain a foothold and begin to spread. The best way to minimize their negative impacts in our natural areas is to aggressively target any escapees as soon as possible. In this presentation, we will talk about potentially invasive species now being noticed in public gardens across North America, as part of a sentinel invasive species detection program developed by Morton Arboretum and the Midwestern Invasive Plant Network.
Directions: Google maps know the location 460 Fleming Road, 45231
Attending Dinner?-Please RSVP (with our easy online registration) by clicking here . This helps us know how to set up the tables and chairs.
Zoom Directions: If you are on the email reminder list you will receive the zoom link in the email reminder sent on the Tuesday(or Wednesday) before the Friday event. If you are not on the email reminder list, contact Bob Bergstein at bergstein123@gmail.com to be added to the list, or to receive the link for just this one talk. (Or you can use online registration by Thurs night to get the zoom link on Fri Morning)
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Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10 am: Quiverheart Gorge Preserve, Adams County, OH
Marjie Becus and Ann Geise will lead us on the 2-mile loop Quiverheart Trail in this new Arc of Appalachia Preserve with a perfusion of wildflowers. We'll first hike down into the large scenic gorge and along one side of the stream. Crossing the stream we'll hike up and along the ridge on the other side. We will be hiking a narrow, rocky and possibly muddy trail amidst numerous wildflowers and various habitats. Bring your lunch and we’ll stop and eat along the trail. This trail will be moderate to difficult depending on weather conditions and narrow passages.
Please RSVP to Angela Carter at 513-300-2787 or wildflowerfieldtrips@gmail.com
Directions: From I-275 take exit 63 onto OH-32 E/State Rte 32 E towards Batavia for 51 miles to Steam Furnace Rd. on your right. Go 2.3 miles on Steam Furnace Rd and find the Quiverheart parking lot on the right just past the Black Diamond Country Store.
Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10 am: Bioblitz at Sheila’s Cabin, Rockcastle, KY
This property contains multiple trails and habitats for exploration of spring ephemerals, trees and wildlife; and depending on your interest, there are rock shelters, wetlands and off trail opportunities. While we have documented dozens of species (including at least 1 threatened Spiranthes) on casual walks through a few seasons, we would like to see how many we can find over this weekend. Sheila will provide some light bites and refreshments for lunch.
Contact Angela Carter at 513-300-2787 or wildflowerfieldtrips@gmail.com to RSVP and if you have questions.
Directions: From I-75 S take exit 59 for US-25 toward US-150/Mt Vernon/Livingston. Turn L on US-25 S for 7.2 miles then turn left onto S Upper River Rd for 0.1 mi; turn left onto KY-1955/Red Hill Rd for 5.4 mi then turn right onto Trace Branch Rd. In 30 ft turn left onto Jepp Hill Rd and after 0.6 mi, Jepp Hill Rd turns left and becomes Hickory Flat Rd. You will see a gate on the right that will be open and the dirt road will take you to the cabin. Expect a 2.5 hour commute from Cincinnati.
Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10 am: Abner Hollow, Adams County, OH
Join Dave Kuehner as he leads us on this spring wildflower hike at Abner Hollow, one of the jewels of the Edge of Appalachia Preserve System. Located in a remote area in the heart of the 20,000-acre preserve, it is highlighted by a mature deciduous forest, rich understory stream, and dolomite cliffs. It will be a real treat to experience early spring exploring a natural treasure that is not open to the public. Early spring wildflowers will be the focus of our adventure.
RSVP Required- Contact Angela Carter at 513-300-2787 or wildflowerfieldtrips@gmail.com to RSVP and if you have questions.
Directions: Angela will send driving direction to those who RSVP. Please Carpool if possible, since parking is limited. Approximate driving time from Eastgate area to the Preserve (in Adams County, Ohio) is 1hr and 20 minutes
Next Newsletter will be available in May 2025 which will have details of our spring and summer events
May 3, 2025: Saturday Field Trip
Shawnee State Park, Scioto Co, OH
May 10, 2025: Give Back Day Garlic Mustard Pull, Caesar Creek Gorge SNP, (Corwin Road) Warren Co, OH
May 31, 2025: Saturday Field Trip
Shawnee State Park, Scioto Co, OH
** June 1, 2025: Sunday Potluck Picnic
Picnic at Keystone Flora, Hamilton Co, OH
June 21, 2025: Weekend Field Trip
Cranberry Glades, Pocahontas Co, WV
Spruce Knob, Pendleton Co, WV
July 5, 2025: Saturday Field Trip
Miami Meadows, Clermont Co, OH
July 20, 2025: Sunday Field Trip
Beanblossom Bottoms, Monroe Co, IN
Aug. 2, 2025: Saturday Field Trip
Miami Whitewater, Hamilton Co, OH
Aug. 16, 2025: Saturday Field Trip
Steussy’s Prairie, Henry Co, IN
Friday Sept 12, 2025
Avon Woods Nature Center (& Zoom)
6:30 Optional Picnic
7:30 Photo-Sharing Program
Next newsletter in September 2025
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