These walks are planned for throughout the seasons. They will be led
by Dr. Susan Munch of Albright College at many locations throughout Berks
County. Free. If possible, contact the leader at 610-921-7727 or at
to let her know you will attend or for directions. An opportunity to learn
the flora of Berks County and to visit locations where you can find
different habitats and associated plants. Dr, Munch
is the author of Outstanding Mosses & Liverworts of Pennsylvania
& Nearby States.
August 19, 2010 Thursday
2 - 4 pm
Nolde Forest. We will visit Painted Turtle Pond and adjacent
fields. Meet at the main parking lot (near the Mansion and McConnell Hall).Walks
are led by Dr. Susan Munch of Albright College. If possible, contact the
leader at 610-921-7727, or 610-987=3538. Free.
August 26, 2010 Thursday
2 - 4 pm
Blue Marsh Lake - Justa Road. Directions. From US
222, Spring Ridge Drive exit: Northbound traffic turn left at ramp's end,
proceed to traffic light and turn right onto Paper Mill Road. Southbound
traffic bear right from exit ramp onto Paper Mill Road.
Beyond Body Zone, stop, turn left and cross Cacoosing Creek on an open-grate
bridge entering Lower Heidelberg. Follow Paper Mill Road to its end
at Rebers Bridge Road, turn left and do not exceed the posted speed limit.
-- At State Hill Road, stop, then continue on Brownsville Road past
Ganly's Pub and Deli. Ignore an orange detour sign at Church Road
and look for Justa Road, clearly marked, just beyond Highland Road at Spitler's
Alignment. Turn right onto Justa Road and follow it to a gate and parking
area on State Game Lands 280.
September 2, 2010 Thursday
2 - 4 pm
Birdsboro Reservoir. Access is from the non-Birdsboro end due
to the damaged bridge being closed.
From Gibraltar (Rt 724 & Gibraltar Road) travel east about 1.6
mi and turn right. Cross the RR tracks and immediately turn left. In a
few car lengths the road turns right and becomes Rock Hollow Road.
Follow Rock Hollow Road about 3-1/2miles (crossing Cocalico Rd at ~2-1/2
mi.) and turn left at Hay Creek Road. Follow to gate and park.
Walks are led by Dr. Susan Munch of Albright College. If possible, contact
the leader at 610-921-7727, or 610-987=3538. Free.
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