Wildflower Walk at the C&O Canal Lock 38 (mobility-friendly)

Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants.

For just a short time each spring, delicate wildflowers emerge from the forest floor, transforming the woods with their vibrant colors before quickly fading away. These spring ephemerals take advantage of a brief window of sunlight before the trees leaf out, disappearing just as suddenly as they arrived. Their timing is everything—not just for them, but for the pollinators and wildlife that depend on their brief appearance.Join us for a walk through the springtime forest, where we’ll search for these short-lived blooms and take in the beauty of a season that never stands still.

At the C&O Canal Towpath, we can hope to see Twinleaf, Yellow Corydalis, Rue Anemone, Bloodroot, Spring Beauties, Dutchman’s Breeches, Cut-leaf Toothwort, and Giant Chickweed.

Thank you for leaving the wildflowers for all to enjoy!

For more information and to register, go to https://www.potomacaudubon.org/event/wildflower-walk-at-the-co-canal-lock-38-mobility-friendly/

You may also like the following events from Potomac Valley Audubon Society:

• Next Monday, 12th May, 09:00 pm, Full Moon Walk at Yankauer Nature Preserve in Falling Waters
• Next Tuesday, 13th May, 07:30 am, Rolling Ridge Conservancy Bird Walk in Bluemont
• Next Wednesday, 14th May, 07:30 am, Bird Walk at Sundogs Bed and Breakfast in Shepherdstown