Explore Nature Locally: Recap of the Ten Mile Creek Wildflower Walk

On April 13, 2024, the Friends of Ten Mile Creek & Little Seneca Reservoir held their annual Wildflower Walk at the Beck Farm, part of the Ten Mile Creek Conservation Park. The event featured cool, breezy weather, suitable for the outdoor activities planned. Participants were transported to the starting point by a tractor-pulled hay wagon driven by Jay Cinque.

The walk, led by botanist John Parrish, covered a 1.5-mile route through the Ten Mile Creek Watershed. The terrain included forests and floodplains with creek crossings and slippery slopes. About 15 attendees navigated this challenging path.

Throughout the hike, the group saw various plant species, including Skunk Cabbage, False Hellebore, Blueberries, Dwarf Cinquefoils, Spring Beauty, and Yellow Trout-Lily. They also observed local wildlife such as fish, frogs, and a 2-Lined Salamander.

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