Blackwood Farm Park
4215 NC-86, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Join us for our second monthly hike at Blackwood Farm Park just outside of Hillsborough on Hwy 86! This hike should be suitable for beginners as the trails are easily navigated and traverse gentle terrain. It is recommended to wear sturdy footwear as the natural trails may be muddy. The total loop of 3.3 miles […]
Occoneechee Mountain State Park
625 Virginia Cates Road, Hillsborough, NC, United States
We will meet in the parking lot area near the map bulletin board. This will be a brief walk lasting about an hour. If there is interest we can look around for additional early butterflies. This walk will take place even if the weather is cool and overcast. We have sighted the Brown and Henry's […]
Brumley Forest NP
3055 New Hope Church Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
This walk is the practical half of the Let's Go Butterflying class hosted at Wild Birds Unlimited in Chapel Hill. Everyone is welcome to participate in the walk--attendance of the class is not necessary. This walk will cover multiple areas where the first butterflies of the year can be seen. We expect to have sightings […]
Dismal Swamp State Park
2294 US 17 North, South Mills, North Carolina
Palamedes Swallowtail at Dismal Swamp State Park A wonderful citizen science opportunity for butterfliers! We will meet at the park’s visitor’s center. Transportation within the park to various locations will be provided. Amenities at the park include public bathrooms and water fountains within the visitor’s center. The nearest major city with restaurants and lodging is […]