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Dates:  Saturday, August 29 and Sunday August 30, 2026

Location:  Francis Marion National Forest, McClellanville (NE of Charleston), SC

• Meeting Time:  10:00 am – to 4:00 pm
• Meeting Spot:  TBD

Description:  Exact locations for butterflying within the FMNF (Francis Marion National Forest) will be determined after scouting the week before. We will drive to areas within the FMNF to butterfly. We will be on forest roads within the national forest. There is a fairly large area to explore so we will be driving to specific sites, parking and walking along the roadside, then driving to other areas to explore on foot.

Target Species:  Late-season butterflies

Notes:  There are no facilities within the FMNF. The meeting location for Sunday will be determined at the end of the walk on Saturday. Please bring water, lunch, binoculars, cameras and field guides. Sunscreen, bug spray, long pants and close-toed shoes are highly recommended.

Trip Leaders:  Alison Smith and Tom Austin

Lodging & Dining Recommendations:  N/A

Sign-up:  Please contact Alison Smith at sweetgrassess@gmail.com or Tom Austin at tomaustin.pro@gmail.com if you are planning to attend. You can also register by using the “Register” link above.

Directions:  N/A