Intermountain Herbarium Hosts Two Weekend Wildflower Walks

All wildflower enthusiasts are invited to participate in two late summer walks hosted by Utah State University’s Intermountain Herbarium Saturday, Sept. 5, and Sunday, Sept. 6, in Logan Canyon. Both activities are free.

 

Saturday’s White Pine Lake Walk takes place at Tony Grove. Mary Barkworth, Herbarium director, will lead the four-hour tour and discuss flowers and plants along the trip. Tony Grove is located about 20 miles northeast of campus on Highway 89. Participants should take the Tony Grove turn-off from Hwy-89, proceed northwest on a seven-mile paved road and gather at the Tony Grove parking lot. There is no charge for the walk but there is a $5 parking fee. The hike begins promptly at 9 a.m.

 

Participants should bring water and a lunch.

 

On Sunday, Barkworth will lead a two-hour afternoon hike along the Limber Pine Trail. The trail features views of Bear Lake and winter ski areas, as well as wildflowers and a variety of plant associations. A highlight of the trail is a 2,560-year-old limber pine tree.

 

Participants should gather at the Limber Pine Trailhead parking lot located on Highway 89 about 28 miles northeast of Logan. The trailhead, marked with a sign at the summit of Logan Canyon, is located at the point where Highway 89 begins its descent into the Bear Lake Valley.

 

Participants should bring water and snacks.

 

Because parking at the trailhead is limited, participants are encouraged to carpool. The group leaves from the trailhead for the hike promptly at 1 p.m.

 

Both hikes are appropriate for walkers of all ability levels. Participants should wear sturdy, comfortable walking shoes.

 

For more information, contact Barkworth at 435-797-1584 or mary@biology.usu.edu.

 

 

Contact: Mary Barkworth, 435-797-1584, mary@biology.usu.edu