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2012 Calendar
We hope to see you this year at some of our hikes and volunteer opportunities. Please wear sturdy shoes, be prepared for creek crossings, bring a walking stick if you have one, sunscreen, bug repellent, snacks and water. We appreciate an RSVP telling how many to expect in your party, by email at foreverwild@swantrust.org or phone message (931-964-4402).
| Discover Big Swan Headwaters Day April 21, 2012
Saturday afternoon will feature a hike to Big Swan Headwaters Preserve, established in 2004 by Swan Conservation Trust.
Be sure to bring your digital camera! As a staff writer for over 10 years with Digital Photographer Magazine, I learned a thing or two about taking pictures and we'll go over some tips before hitting the trail. Wildflowers abound and will be peaking at this time. Don't miss this delightful time to experience The Preserve, spring at its finest!After we return, I will do a follow up workshop about editing your pictures on computer, techniques you can apply to all your photos. |
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Discover Big Swan Headwaters Day |
April 21 |
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Langford Branch Stream Clean Up |
May 5 |
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Nashville Fundraiser Party |
June 16 |
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Buffalo River Canoe Trip |
July 21 |
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Prairie Barrens Hike |
August 4 |
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Carroll Cabin Barrens |
September 1 |
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Little Grinders Creek |
October 13 |
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Saturday, May 5 - Langford Branch Stream Clean Up
Langford Branch is a major tributary of Big Swan Creek in Lewis County. A 23-acre State Natural Area alongside Langford Branch and Highway 412 protects a special seep habitat that is home to the federally endangered Tennessee Yellow-eyed Grass. With portions of the property and creek running adjacent to a busy highway, the area is plagued with litter. Swan Trust sponsors regular clean up campaigns to bag trash and preserve the integrity of the stream. Lunch provided. |
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Sunday, July 21 – 5th Annual Upper Buffalo Canoe Trip
Cool off from the summer heat with an afternoon on the remote and beautiful Upper Buffalo River. See fewer people and more wildlife! Meet at 10:00 AM at J&C Grocery on Hwy 20, west of Summertown. We will caravan to put in spot at Buffalo Canoeing on Hwy 99 and spend 3-4 hours on the river, so bring plenty of provisions. (last year's prices) $15/person to rent a canoe, or they will transport yours to the put-in for $10. For more information, visit www.buffalocanoeing.com. |
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Saturday, September 1 - Carroll Cabin Barrens State Natural Area
Bath Springs south of Parsons, Decatur County
Meet at the natural area parking lot at 9:30a.m. A map to the site can be found at: http://state.tn.us/environment/na/natareas/carrollcabin/carrollcabin.pdf. Leader: Allan Trently, TN Natural Areas Program Reservations: Contact Allan Trently at (731) 512-1369 or at allan.trently@tn.gov no later than August 30.
We will explore some of the treeless barrens of the area. The hike will be about 2.5-miles, some of which will be off-trail. The hike is considered moderate to strenuous. The trip leader will discuss the ecology and management of the barrens and will identify animals and plants during the hike. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water and a snack, bring binoculars if you have them, and dress appropriately for the weather. We will not go in the event of inclement weather. |
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Saturday, October 13 - Little Grinders Creek
Registered State Natural Area, Lewis County TN
We will meet at 11:00 a.m. at J&C’s Market, located at the intersection of Drake Lane and Hwy 20, approximately 5 miles west of Summertown.
This hike is jointly sponsored by the TN Natural Areas Program and Swan Conservation Trust. Enjoy an October walk in Little Grinders Creek and surrounding woodlands. There are two beautiful waterfalls and three rare plants – Tennessee yellow-eyed grass, Eggert’s sunflower and grass-of-Parnassus – found in a rare community type called the Highland Rim Calcareous Seeps. Enjoy the fall colors, clear streams and lush woods. |
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| Big Swan Headwaters Preserve is a 1475 acre tract with extensive hardwood forest and over 4 miles of pristine streams, abundant springs and small waterfalls. |
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| Wildflowers of Big Swan Headwaters Preserve |
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Stay tuned to the web site for additional outings or potential changes to any of the above! Thanks! |
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