Species Finding Field Trip: Grapeferns

With all the biodiversity in the greater Sax-Zim Bog ecosystem, seeing the uncommon, rare or difficult-to-find species can require special, targeted effort. This is the fourth of this year’s new, species-focused field trip series. The trip is focused on finding one of the coolest groups of ferns: Grapeferns! These little ferns are somewhat sensitive, but, oddly, they prefer disturbed habitats. This trip explores the species diversity of Grapeferns in the Sax-Zim Bog. Attendees can expect some hiking and lots of time on their hands and knees searching for these small and delicate ferns.

Field Trip attendance is free for Friends of Sax-Zim Bog members. The $25 membership fee covers free entry to all field trips and programs, excluding workshops, in a 12-month period. Registrants meet at the Friends of Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center and Lois King Education Center at 10 a.m. The field trip concludes at 3 p.m.