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Join Clay Antieau in Bridle Trails State Park on Saturday, May 31, for an exploration of a fine and rare example of an older Puget Sound lowland forest. Learn about the natural history of the park and how biological diversity develops over time in a forest. Explore the diversity of plants in the park and learn how to identify them from one of the region’s leading experts. Learn the names of different plants, the important roles plants play in forest ecosystems, how plants interact with fungi and other organisms to create habitat for animals and contribute to overall biological diversity, and why non-native invasive plants pose a threat to our native plants and animals. |
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Saturday, May 31st 9:00 am to Noon |
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| Sign Up: | The walk will be limited to 20 people, and you must sign up in advance. To sign up, please contact Jim Erckmann at:erckmann1@comcast.net or (425) 827-6595. There is no cost. | |||
| Where: | Take Exit 17 off I-405 (NE 70th Place), turn south onto 116th Avenue (just east of 405) past NE 60th St to the park entrance at about NE 53rd St. We will gather in the parking just south of the entrance. |
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| Preparation: | Trails may be muddy, and it could rain, so wear hiking boots and clothing for wet and cool weather. Bring field guides, cameras, hand lenses, and questions. | |||
| About the Guide: | Clay Antieau M.S., Ph.C., is a professional botanist, horticulturalist, and environmental scientist. Past president of the Washington Native Plant Society and a recognized local authority, he has led many field trips and has taught or lectured on plant ecology, wetland science, restoration science, sustainable gardening, and related subjects at the University of Washington and numerous technical and community colleges around Washington. | |||
