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Field Trip Leader: Brandi Griffin
Description: We’ll be exploring the Curtis Property in Berrien County, Georgia a newly introduced field trip site with a diversity of habitats all within easy walking distance. The landscape includes three distinct ecosystem zones: a dry, sandy xeric area dotted with gopher tortoise burrows, a moderately moist mesic zone, and a hydric wetland at the lowest elevation. The terrain features deep, wind-deposited sands that gradually slope down into the wetter areas, creating a dynamic and varied environment for many different Coastal Plain plant species.
Since this is our first visit to the site, it’s an open-ended exploration and there’s no telling what plant species we might encounter.
Location & Directions: From 1.14 miles east of Alapaha, GA on US Hwy 82, turn north on GA Hwy 129 for 2.95 miles, then east on Mt Paron Church Rd. for 0.55 miles.
372 MT PARON CHURCH RD
ALAPAHA, GA 31622
Bathroom Facilities: none but shrubs
Walking Difficulty: This hike is easy.
Bring: Lunch, snacks, & water. Remember to dress for the weather and wear comfortable hiking shoes we will go somewhat off trail so I recommend close-toed shoes and pants to protect your legs. Dress in layers so that you can adjust to changes in the temperature and your activity level. You may wish to bring binoculars, hand lens, notebook, and camera.