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SUMMARY:Hike AOA's Kleinmaier State Nature Preserve in the Hocking Hills
DESCRIPTION:Explore Kleinmaier State Nature Preserve (SNP) and enjoy a hike to view the ongoing spring wildflower show.  The slopes are covered in spring-time blooms including Trillium\, Jack in the Pulpit\, Solomon’s Seal\, and many others.  We will look for the pink Lady’s Slipper orchids which should be blooming.  Native Flame Azaleas and Rhododendrons are also located on the preserve. \nKleinmaier is a magnificent property that includes ridges\, high rock bluffs and a shallow stream gorge.  Owned by AOA\, ODNR nature preserve rules restrict access by special permit – so take this opportunity to enjoy this outstanding site. \nAfterwards\, participants are invited to roam the site and help remove any of the garlic mustard we find that is invading the site and choking out the wildflowers. \nThe Kleinmaier SNP hike and other AOA events are free and open to the public.  This event will be held rain or shine – so please come prepared and dress appropriately for the weather and hiking on slopes. \nTime:  Meet at 10:00 a.m.  This hike will last for approximately 2 hours.  Please feel free to leave early or stay as long as you like. \nWhat to Bring:  Lunch\, snacks\, and/or drinks of your choice.  We will take a break to eat at the head of the gorge and enjoy the peace and serenity of the sheer rock bluffs and deep forest environs.  Insect repellant is recommended during tick season. \nLocation:  Kleinmaier SNP is located just west of Sugar Grove along Pump Station Road behind the Columbia Gas Plant.  Park in the ODNR gravel parking area on the north side of the road across from the plant.  The Google map address for the parking lot is 2455 Pump Station Road\, Berne\, OH. \nGoogle Map Link:   \nhttps://www.google.com/maps/place/2455+Pump+Station+Rd+SE\,+Berne+Township\,+OH/@39.6315015\,-82.5608739\,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8847f33260b262d7:0xbe3d6bcc736ceb50!8m2!3d39.6315015!4d-82.5586852
URL:https://www.appalachiaohioalliance.org/event/hike-aoas-kleinmaier-state-nature-preserve-in-the-hocking-hills/
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SUMMARY:Spring Wildflower and Orchid Walk at AOA’s Mercer Woods Old Growth Forest Preserve
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nWalk through mature hardwood and hemlock forests and explore the wildflower covered slopes\, immersing ourselves in the magnificence of the beautiful old growth forest habitat.  Orchid expert Ken Mettler will lead this tour of AOA’s Mercer Woods Old Growth Forest Preserve that will focus on identifying native wildflowers and spring orchids of the Hocking Hills region.  We expect to see 4 or 5 species of orchids in bloom. \nMercer Woods is the core portion of 4 properties and over 180 acres conserved by AOA in scenic Misty Valley.  Located in the northern extent of the Hocking Hills\, this area is part of AOA’s Hocking River Conservation Corridor initiative.  The site includes characteristic Hocking Hills landscape features including sandstone outcrops\, a small gorge and headwater streams and low waterfalls in the several ravines.  There are a wide variety of habitats and numerous wildflowers – some still in bloom.  Mercer Woods is home to some of the largest trees and the most impressive old growth forest habitat found on any of AOA’s many preserves.  The highlight is a couple of nearly 5-foot diameter oaks. \nAfterwards\, feel free to wander the preserve on your own.  Participants are invited to stay and roam the site with AOA volunteers to help remove the garlic mustard that is invading portions of the site and choking out the wildflowers.  We will provide bags. \nThe Mercer Woods Walk and other AOA events are free and open to the public.  This activity will be held rain or shine – so please come prepared and dress appropriately for the weather and hiking on slopes. \nTime:  Meet at 10:00 a.m.  The Walk will last approximately two hours+ but stay as long as you like. \nWhat to Bring:  Snacks and/or drinks of your choice.  Feel free to bring a lunch and enjoy the peace and serenity of the deep forest environs.  Insect repellant is recommended during tick season. \nLocation:  Mercer Woods is located at 9016 Buckeye Troxel Road\, just southeast of Sugar Grove.   Look for AOA signs and volunteers who will be directing parking. \nGoogle Map link: https://www.google.com/maps/place/9012+Buckeye+Troxel+Rd\,+Sugar+Grove\,+OH+43155/@39.6044331\,-2.5374627\,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x8847f2e9a66f715b:0x439d53ef8426c791
URL:https://www.appalachiaohioalliance.org/event/spring-wildflower-and-orchid-walk-at-aoas-mercer-woods-old-growth-forest-preserve/
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SUMMARY:Native Medicinal Plant Walk at AOA’s Bonnoront Preserve
DESCRIPTION:  \nEnjoy a late spring ramble on AOA’s Bonnoront Nature Preserve in Hocking County.  We will see the last vestiges of the spring wildflowers while walking through relatively mature forests as we survey and identify plants of medicinal value growing on this exceptional site. \nThis is an excellent opportunity to learn about threatened species such as American Ginseng\, Goldenseal\, and Black Cohosh\, their preferred habitats\, and tips for growing them on your own property.  Historical and contemporary medicinal uses of plants will be discussed as well as their greater ecological significance (pollinators\, seed dispersers\, wildlife value\, et al.). \nThe 25-acre Bonnoront Preserve is part of AOA’s Hocking Hills Conservation Initiative that has conserved 95 properties and over 6\,000 acres.   High hills frame a shallow and deep box canyon\, showcasing characteristic Hocking Hills landscape features such as spectacular Blackhand sandstone bluffs\, a rock shelter/cave\, slough rocks\, waterfall\, relatively mature forest\, historic sandstone quarry\, as well as a small\, forested wetland.  The site includes a small riparian corridor along the Hocking River and a Coldwater primary headwater habitat stream.  The site has very few invasive species with areas of relatively pristine forest habitat. \nThis medicinal plant walk will be led by Erika Galentin\, MNIMH\, RH (AHG)\, clinical herbalist consulting from Sovereignty Herbs in Athens and Columbus\, Ohio.  Erika utilizes her knowledge of and passion for medicinal plants native to Ohio and the Greater Appalachian region to teach\, lecture and write on native medicinal plant conservation and applied ecology\, propagation\, and clinical efficacy. \nThe walk will last approximately two to three hours.  We will be very informal and will have much to see and discuss!   This event is free and open to the public. \nTime:  Meet at 10:00 a.m. \nWhat to Wear:  This activity will be held rain or shine – so please come prepared and dress appropriately for the weather and hiking on some slopes. \nWhat to Bring:  Lunch\, snacks and/or drinks of your choice.  Insect repellant is recommended during tick season. \nLocation:  Bonnoront Preserve is located north of Rockbridge just off Highway 33.  Park along Bailey Road.  Please do not block the road.  We will enter the forest via the old dirt road on the far left side of the former Bonnoront house.  The Google map address for the property is 25651 Bailey Road\, Rockbridge\, OH\, 43149. \nGoogle Map Link:  https://www.google.com/maps/place/25651+Bailey+Rd\,+Rockbridge\,+OH+43149/@39.5906182\,-82.5465371\,758m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8847f2bda7a87cf1:0xa6eaad0af99d4005!8m2!3d39.5906141!4d-82.5439622?entry=ttu
URL:https://www.appalachiaohioalliance.org/event/native-medicinal-plant-walk-at-aoas-bonnoront-preserve/
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