Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center
photo by Sid Vogelpohl

Larry Lowman, guest speaker, shares his knowledge with Donna Hanke during a field trip to the Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center.  Betty Nichols, in background, maintains the Native Plant Garden as a Master Gardener.

Lindera melissifolia (pondberry)
photo by Sid Vogelpohl

Members on a Sunday field were introduced to the federally listed (Endangered) Lindera melissifolia (pondberry) by Brent Baker.  A close relative is Lindera benzoin (spicebush).