Know your natives

DINGMANS FERRY — Renowned author and botanist Dr. Ann Rhoads will lead a walk and answer questions about native plants and their habitats.
The walk will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 24, at Camp Speers YMCA in Dingmans Ferry, on a conservation easement funded by the Pike County Scenic Rural Character Preservation Program and the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
Dr. Rhoads’ books include “The Plants of Pennsylvania,” “The Vascular Flora of Pennsylvania,” “Trees of Pennsylvania,” and most recently, "Aquatic Plants of Pennsylvania." She recently retired as the director of botany for the Morris Arboretum and taught botany at the University of Pennsylvania.
This walk is free and open to the public, but space is limited and prior registration is required. To reserve a space call the Delaware Highlands Conservancy office at 570-226-3164 or 845-583-1010 or email info@delawarehighlands.org. Wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather.
The Delaware Highlands Conservancy works in partnership with landowners and communities to protect the natural heritage and quality of life of the Upper Delaware River region. For more information, visit DelawareHighlands.org.