MNPS Field Trip: Novel Non-Natives of Druid Hill Park (Saturday)

Druid Hill Park, located in the heart of Baltimore City, has a unique combination of historical and contemporary land uses leading to a surprising vegetative community. Join staff from Baltimore City Forestry’s Natural Areas team to explore the hills of Druid Hill beneath a canopy of beech, oak, and tulip poplars to find an interesting mix of native plants as well as uncommon naturalizing and invasive plant species, including some categorized as early detection/rapid response.

Sponsoring Organization: Maryland Native Plant Society

Registration through November 30, 2023 for members only.

Location: Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD

Leaders: Megan Carr, Ashley Bowers

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Limited to 25 people.

FREE

Notes: Moderate walk of approximately 2 miles with significant elevation change

Bring: Sturdy shoes or boots, water, snacks 

Cancellation Policy: Trip will proceed in light rain; we will cancel or reschedule in case of high winds or other severe weather.

Contact: (for additional information; not to register): Megan - megan.carr@baltimorecity.gov,  410-925-8224 (Megan’s cell); Ashley - abowers@baltimorecity.gov

Directions: included in registration confirmation.

COVID POLICY

The Maryland Native Plant Society has developed policies and procedures for public program operations based on state and CDC guidelines.

Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant is ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

During registration we will ask each individual, or if under 18 a parent, to complete an agreement to the policies

Please read our full policy statement