Join naturalist Susan Cottle for a fern walk at Stetser Preserve in Jefferson. Learn about these vascular spore producing plants as you follow the trail along an unnamed perennial stream to a small pond. Gain confidence in identifying multiple varieties of ferns, how they reproduce, where they like to grow, and how to tell them apart. There's a lot to appreciate about ferns.
The Stetser Preserve is a wooded upland forest particularly rich in wildlife diversity because it is located within a 7,000-acre tract of roadless habitat. The trails wind through hilly woods and old logging trails and include a short spur trail that leads to a view of the property's beautiful pond.
Registration is encouraged but walk-ins are welcome. Well-behaved pets that get along with others are welcome. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water.
While there is no age limit for this program, children under 18 should be accompanies by an adult.
