Triangle Land Conservancy Outing
Flower Hill Rhodo Ramble Open House
May 3, 2008, 9 a.m. - noon
Join us for our traditional early May visit to this Johnston County jewel for the magnificent blooms of Catawba rhododendron and other wildflowers. In the mid-1930s, thousands of visitors flocked each year to behold the bountiful blooms. B.W. Wells, the prominent early 20th century naturalist, called Flower Hill a “freak of nature” for its natural stands of Catawba rhododendron, a mountain species out of its element amid the flat farmland of the Coastal Plain.
The Flower Hill Rhodo Ramble this year is one of our 25th Anniversary Outings. To make this year’s outing special we’re trying something new. In addition to the traditional interpretive walk led by local naturalists, we’re holding the event as an Open House. Volunteers will be on-site from 9 a.m. to noon to talk about the history of Flower Hill and its unique ecosystem.
Visitors can explore the preserve on their own or sign-up for the guided walk (begins at 10 a.m.; limit 30).
Registration is required for the guided walk due to the limited number of spaces available. Click here to register.
Registration is not required for other visitors to the Open House.
For Flower Hill directions and a locator map, click here.
They ask that you please leave your pet(s) at home for TLC outings.
