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SUMMARY:Francis Marion National Forest
DESCRIPTION:Our first field trip of the year will be on Saturday and Sunday\, April 17 and 18\, to the Francis Marion National Forest in South Carolina. Proposed times for both days will be from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. \nOn Saturday\, we will meet on I’on Swamp Road which is directly off Highway 17 N. The GPS coordinates are 32.972848\, -79.673653. Target species are Henry’s Elfin and other spring butterflies. We will walk along I’on Swamp Road and I’on Swamp Trail. If there is interest for a Sunday walk\, we will meet at the intersection of Highway 41 and Hoover Road in Huger\, South Carolina. \nThe pace will be easy and the terrain not difficult although there are roots along the I’on Swamp Trail. No restrooms are on site. Bring binoculars\, water\, field guides\, lunch and insect repellant. \nAlison Smith and Tom Austin will lead. Contact Alison Smith if you plan to attend: sweetgrassess@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/francis-marion-national-forest/
LOCATION:Francis Marion NF I’on Swamp Road\, 32.972848\, -79.673653
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Alison Smith":MAILTO:sweetgrassess@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20200309T180059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200817T230441Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Cherokee County - 2nd Day
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED\nDue to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and out of an abundance of caution\, this walk has been CANCELLED.  \nDetails will be posted as they are finalized. Dennis Forsythe and Doug Allen will be our leaders.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/cherokee-county-2nd-day/
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Dennis Forsythe":MAILTO:dennis.forsythe@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200817T230353Z
UID:3034-1597485600-1597503600@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Cherokee County - 1st Day
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED\nDue to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and out of an abundance of caution\, this walk has been CANCELLED.  \nDetails will be posted as they are finalized. Dennis Forsythe and Doug Allen will be our leaders.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/cherokee-county-1st-day/
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Dennis Forsythe":MAILTO:dennis.forsythe@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200322T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20200229T213152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T201420Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Palachucola WMA and/or Hamilton Ridge WMA\, Hampton County\, SC
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED\nDue to extensive flooding and a lack of nectar sources in both the Palachucola WMA and Hamilton Ridge WMA\, this trip has been CANCELLED. We will instead explore the Timmerman Trail in Cayce\, South Carolina on 2/21/20. Please refer to the Timmerman Trail event entry for details. \nWe will explore Palachucola WMA and/or Hamilton Ridge WMA from 10:30-4:00 or until you need to leave.  Prior to entering Palachucola WMA\, please meet at the intersection of Orangeburg Road (County Road S-25-19) and Augusta Stagecoach Road (County Road S-25-20).  Alison Smith and Tom Austin will lead this walk. \nPlease let us know if you are coming in case plans or meeting places change.  You may sign up on the CBS website or email Marty Kastner at kastners@aol.com.  Bring your camera\, binoculars\, field guide\, lunch\, snacks\, water and bug spray.  Long pants and close toed shoes are recommended.  We will be driving to several locations and getting out to look around.  Walking level is easy.  There are no restrooms.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/palachucola-wma/
LOCATION:Palachucola WMA\, 32.612785\, -81.273970
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Alison Smith":MAILTO:sweetgrassess@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20200226T231815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T201125Z
UID:2976-1584786600-1584806400@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - James W. Webb WMA\, Hampton County\, SC
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED\nDue to extensive flooding and a lack of nectar sources in the James W. Webb WMA\, this trip has been CANCELLED. We will instead explore the Timmerman Trail in Cayce\, South Carolina on this same date. Please refer to the Timmerman Trail event entry for details. \nThe Carolina Butterfly Society’s first field trips of the 2020 season will be held on March 21 and 22 in Hampton County\, SC.  There are three Wildlife Management Areas adjacent to each other for us to investigate. \nOn Saturday\, March 21\, we will go to the James W. Webb WMA from 10:30-4:00.  The entrance to the center is 2.7 miles from Garnett off Augusta Stagecoach Road (more complete directions are below).  We will meet at the office.  Last year at this time we saw 25+ species at Webb including the Seminole Texan Crescent.  Marty and Dave Kastner will lead this part of the walk. \nOn Sunday\, March 22\, we will explore Palachucola WMA and/or Hamilton Ridge WMA from 10:30-4:00 or until you need to leave.  Please meet at the intersection of Orangeburg Road and Augusta Stagecoach Road.  Alison Smith and Tom Austin will lead this walk. \nIf you would like to stay overnight\, the closest hotels are in Ridgeland\, SC which is about 30 minutes from Webb WMA. \nPlease let us know if you are coming in case plans change.  You may sign up on the CBS website or email Marty at kastners@aol.com.  Bring your camera\, binoculars\, field guide\, lunch\, snacks\, water and bug spray.  Long pants and close toed shoes are recommended.  We will be driving to several locations and getting out to look around.  Walking level is easy.  There are no restrooms. \nDirections to James W. Webb WMA Office – Address: 1282 Webb Avenue\, Garnett\, SC 29922 GPS Coordinates: Latitude = 32.608860\, Longitude = -81.301580 \n\nFrom Columbia – Take Highway 321 South to Garnett.  In Garnett the road will fork. Stay right on HWY 119.  Turn right onto Augusta Stagecoach Road (S-20)\, cross the railroad tracks and go approximately 2.6 miles.  Webb WMA entrance is on the left.  Follow Webb Avenue 1.5 miles to the office.\nFrom I-95 – Take exit 21 for SC 336 towards Ridgeland.  Turn right onto SC 336 and right onto US 321 N.  Turn left onto Augusta Stage Road and follow it to the Webb WMA entrance on the left.  Follow Webb Avenue 1.5 miles to the office.\nFrom Aiken – Take Old Barnwell Rd\, US-278 E\, 7 Pines Rd\, Patterson Mill Rd\, … and SC-3 to County Rd S-25-19/Orangeburg Rd in Hampton County.  Turn left onto Augusta Stagecoach Road and right onto Webb Avenue and follow it 1.5 miles to the office.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/james-w-webb-wma/
LOCATION:James W. Webb WMA Office\, 32.608860\, -81.301580
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Kastner":MAILTO:kastners@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190825T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20190311T194157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190814T152351Z
UID:2164-1566640800-1566745200@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Savannah NWR and Tillman Sand Ridge HP
DESCRIPTION:We will look for wetland skippers and southern strays mainly at the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday and the Tillman Sandridge Heritage Preserve and Becks Ferry Landing on Sunday. \nSATURDAY WALK CANCELLED – Due to a lack of nectar and butterflies\, the Saturday walk has been cancelled!   Saturday\, August 24\, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM   –   Meet at the Savannah NWR Visitor Center located at 694 Beech Hill Ln\, off Highway 17 (Speedway Boulevard) to the South of Hardeeville\, South Carolina. GPS coordinates for the visitor center are 32.172766\, -81.076097. \nSunday\, August 25\, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM   –   Meet at the Exxon Station just north of the junction of US Highway 321 (Cotton Hill Road) and SC Highway 336 (Tillman Road). GPS coordinates for the Exxon station are 32.463760\, -81.107259. \nThere are restroom at the refuge and the Exxon Station. Walks will be along level sand and paved roads. Bring lunch\, field guide\, binoculars\, water\, sun screen\, insect repellent\, etc. Dennis Forsythe will lead.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/savannah-nwr-and-tillman-sand-ridge-hp/
LOCATION:Tillman Sand Ridge Meeting Location\, 32.463760\, -81.107259
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Dennis Forsythe":MAILTO:dennis.forsythe@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190721T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20190506T145112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190506T145112Z
UID:2366-1563703200-1563721200@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Oconee County\, SC - Northeast Location
DESCRIPTION:We will look\, drive and walk various forest roads in the Oconee County section of the Andrew Pickens District of the Sumter National Forest for uncommon species like Diana Fritillary\, Golden Banded-Skipper and Mottled Duskywing. \nMeet at the Mountain Top Trading Post located at the junction of Highway 28 S and Whetstone Road (State Road S-37-193). \nWe will ride and walk along forest roads and the pace should be easy. There are no restrooms at these locations. \nBring water\, binoculars\, field guides\, sun screen\, insect repellent and lunch. \nIf you plan on staying in the vicinity for the weekend\, hotels are available in Anderson\, Clemson\, Easly\, Seneca and Walhalla.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/oconee-county-sc-northeast-location/
LOCATION:Mountain Top Trading Post\, Mountain Rest\, SC\, 5251 Whetstone Road\, Mountain Rest\, SC\, 29664\, United States
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Dennis Forsythe":MAILTO:dennis.forsythe@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20190310T231419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190506T162925Z
UID:2157-1563616800-1563634800@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Oconee County\, SC - Southwest Location
DESCRIPTION:We will look\, drive and walk various forest roads in the Oconee County section of the Andrew Pickens District of the Sumter National Forest for uncommon species like Diana Fritillary\, Golden Banded-Skipper and Mottled Duskywing. \nMeet at the junction of Long Creek Highway (Highway 76) and Spy Rock Road (State Road S-37-748). This is about 10 miles northwest of Westminster\, South Carolina\, just past the Brasstown Baptist Church on the left if heading north on Long Creek Highway. \nWe will ride and walk along forest roads and the pace should be easy.  There are no restrooms at these locations.   \nBring water\, binoculars\, field guides\, sun screen\, insect repellent and lunch. \nIf you plan on staying in the vicinity for the weekend\, hotels are available in Anderson\, Clemson\, Easly\, Seneca and Walhalla.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/oconee-county-sc/
LOCATION:Sumter National Forest\, Andrew Pickens District SW\, 34.754116\, -83.237327
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Dennis Forsythe":MAILTO:dennis.forsythe@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190415T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20190310T225215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190311T211054Z
UID:2153-1555232400-1555344000@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:North Carolina Mountain Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:If you want to add spring mountain specialties to your NC list\, this just might be your chance. Our local Asheville-area butterflying group will take you to our hotspots for Silvery Blues\, Cobweb Skippers\, Mottled Duskywings\, Olympia Marbles\, Hairstreaks\, Elfins\, and many others.  \nSunday\, April 14\, we will cover some of the Sandy Mush Game Lands in Buncombe County. On Monday\, April 15\, we will be in the Hot Springs area of Madison County. Total species seen should be about 40. \nBe aware that we will walk about 4 miles in Sandy Mush. Both Bear Creek and Cedar Hill areas are hilly and a mile in and a mile back out. We drive between gated areas. It can be very muddy. Hiking poles recommended. All areas of Hot Springs are mostly flat on dirt roads and in meadows. \nOf course\, weather is very dicey this time of year. By Thursday\, April 11\, I should know if the trip needs postponing due to rain. Rain dates will be two consecutive days between April 15 and 19\, chosen by the best forecast.  \nIf we are able to keep the dates of April 14/15\, anyone wanting to drive up Saturday may find some butterfly action on the Blue Ridge Parkway or around the NC Arboretum. Sandy Mush is 20 – 35 min. from exit 19 off I-26 west in Weaverville\, our morning meeting place for those staying nearby; Hot Springs is 45 min. from Weaverville. There is a Days Inn at exit 23 off I-26. There are also B&Bs in both Weaverville and Hot Springs. Pete Dixon has cabins for rent on his farm\, which is one of our sites to visit in Hot Springs. I can send further info to anyone interested.  \nPlease contact Gail Lankford (see below) if you have questions\, or to sign up for the outing. I will need to know who to expect by April 10. There will be an agreement to sign for this trip. You must agree to never collect or harm any species at any site we visit\, and agree that you will not reveal the specific sites containing the Cobweb Skippers or the small population of Olympia Marbles to anyone in the future. \nGail Lankford\nwhocooksforyou64@gmail.com\, 828-645-4690 (land line; no text)
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/north-carolina-mountain-field-trip/
LOCATION:NC Mountain Field Trips – Wells Fargo Bank Parking Lot\, 173 Weaver Blvd\, Weaverville\, NC\, 28787\, United States
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Lankford":MAILTO:whocooksforyou64@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20180512T173808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190311T210218Z
UID:1518-1535274000-1535299200@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Sunday - Cataloochee Valley\, Great Smokey Mountain National Park
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday we will go to Cataloochee Valley\, part of GSMNP. Another gorgeous area with plenty of areas that yield butterflies. Targets are American Copper and Diana Fritillary. There will be lots of Ironweed with skippers. Elk and bear sightings are very possible. \nThe meeting place will againbe the Pilot Station just north on Hwy. 209\, exit 24 off I-40 west. The nearest town is Waynesville\, NC. A motel near Hwy. 276 (Jonathan Creek Rd) intersection with Hwy. 19 (Dellwood Rd) would be convenient. There is also a Days Inn and a Quality Inn off I-40 at Canton\, not too far east of the Pilot Station. Going into Waynesville on Hwy. 74 are many hotels\, plus several on Hwy. 19 around Lake Junaluska. We will also carpool from Asheville\, exit 44\, to the Pilot Station for those choosing to stay there\, as exit 44 has many hotels and restaurants. \nBring lunch\, snacks\, water\, binoculars\, camera and field guide. \nThere is no rain date for the weekend\, but if at least one of the days is to be dry and sunny\, we will butterfly that day. So if you plan to come\, watch the weather forecast closely.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/sunday-cataloochee-valley-great-smokey-mountain-national-park/
LOCATION:Cataloochee Valley Trip – Pilot Station Meeting Place\, 3712 Crabtree Road\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Lankford":MAILTO:whocooksforyou64@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180825T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180825T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20180512T173128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180727T033229Z
UID:1441-1535189400-1535216400@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Saturday -- Harmon Den/Max Patch
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday we will spend the day in the Harmon Den/Max Patch area north of I-40.  The meeting place will be the Pilot Station just north on Hwy. 209\, exit 24 off I-40 west.  The nearest town is Waynesville\, NC.  A motel near Hwy. 276 (Jonathan Creek Rd) intersection with Hwy. 19 (Dellwood Rd) would be convenient.  There is also a Days Inn and a Quality Inn off I-40 at Canton\, not too far east of the Pilot Station.  Going into Waynesville on Hwy. 74 are many hotels\, plus several on Hwy. 19 around Lake Junaluska.  We will also carpool from Asheville\, exit 44\, to the Pilot Station for those choosing to stay there\, as exit 44 has many hotels and restaurants. \nThere is no rain date for the weekend\, but if at least Saturday or Sunday is to be dry and sunny\, we will butterfly that day. So if you plan to come\, watch the weather forecast closely.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/saturday-harmon-den-max-patch/
LOCATION:Cataloochee Valley Trip – Pilot Station Meeting Place\, 3712 Crabtree Road\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Lankford":MAILTO:whocooksforyou64@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180603T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20180306T020637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180312T173415Z
UID:1327-1528018200-1528038000@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Francis Marion NF Weekend - Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Members are to provide their own transportation\, meals\, and lodging. Members are responsible for paying for all costs associated with this field trip. \nWe will meet at the US Forest Visitor’s Center. There are no facilities at this location. You will need to bring lunch\, water\, bug spray\, guide books\, binoculars\, camera\, and any other items you will need to have a pleasant butterflying experience. It is recommended that your wear long sleeves\, pants\, hat\, sunscreen\, and sunglasses. Biting insects in some locations can be impressive. Path conditions are flat and sandy. It is recommended you wear sturdy shoes or hiking footwear. We will be mainly driving and stopping along dirt forest service roads\, all walking will be easy on level dirt\, gravel roads. \nWe will visit a number of locations depending on butterflying conditions. The nearest rest rooms are in Cainhoy about 15 mi away and Huger Campgrounds 4 mi above Huger. Note: Huger is pronounced U-Gee by the locals.  \nLodging accommodates can be found in the towns of N Charleston (40 mi)\, Mt Pleasant (30 mi)\, Charleston and Georgetown (25 mi). Some suggested dining options include See Wee Restaurant in Awendaw; T.W. Graham & Co. Seafood Restaurant\, Buckshots\, and McClellanville Diner in McClellanville. \nTarget species include but are not restricted to: Palamedes Swallowtail. King’s Hairstreak\, Little Metalmark\, Intricate Satyr\, Georgia Satyr\, White Checkered-Skipper\, Tropical Checkered-Skipper\, Tawny-edged Skipper\, Byssus Skipper\, Yehl Skipper\, Rare Skipper\, Broad-winged Skipper\, Duke’s Skipper\, Lace-winged Roadside-Skipper\, and Reversed Roadside-Skipper.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/francis-marion-nf-weekend-sunday/
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180602T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20180301T004142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T124252Z
UID:1293-1527931800-1527951600@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Francis Marion NF Weekend - Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Members are to provide their own transportation\, meals\, and lodging. Members are responsible for paying for travel costs associated with this field trip. \nWe will meet in the parking lot of the Santee Delta WMA -East. Please see the images below to help you find this obscure location. There isn’t an actual street address for you to use\, but there are coordinates that can be plugged into Google maps or a GPS device: 33°12’17.0″N\, 79°23’16.1″W (format: dd° mm’ ss.s”) or 33.204728\, -79.387817 (format: dd.ddddd°) \nHover over the images with your mouse to read a description of the image. The East parking lot is along the northbound lanes of Hwy 17. The West parking lot is on the southbound lanes. There is an unofficial left turn into the East parking lot from the southbound lanes. \n  \n   \nThere are no facilities at this location. You will need to bring lunch\, water\, bug spray\, guide books\, binoculars\, camera\, and any other items you will need to have a pleasant butterflying experience. It is recommended that your wear long sleeves\, pants\, hat\, sunscreen\, and sunglasses. Biting insects in some locations can be impressive. Path conditions are flat and sandy. It is recommended you wear sturdy shoes or hiking footwear. \nWe will visit a number of locations depending on butterflying conditions. The nearest convenience stores in McClellanville\, about 10 miles from Santee Delta East WMA\, 6 mi from Santee Coastal Reserve and 6 mi from Mills Branch in the Francis Marion NF. Lodging accommodates can be found in the towns of N Charleston (40 mi)\, Mt Pleasant (30 mi)\, Charleston and Georgetown (25 mi). \nSome suggested dining options include See Wee Restaurant in Awendaw; T.W. Graham & Co. Seafood Restaurant\, Buckshots\, and McClellanville Diner in McClellanville. \nTarget species include but are not restricted to: Palamedes Swallowtail. King’s Hairstreak\, Little Metalmark\, Intricate Satyr\, Georgia Satyr\, White Checkered-Skipper\, Tropical Checkered-Skipper\, Tawny-edged Skipper\, Byssus Skipper\, Yehl Skipper\, Rare Skipper\, Broad-winged Skipper\, Duke’s Skipper\, Lace-winged Roadside-Skipper\, and Reversed Roadside-Skipper.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/francis-marion-nf-weekend-saturday/
LOCATION:Santee Delta WMA – East\, 33.20473\, -79.38763
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180513T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20180507T193622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180507T193622Z
UID:1543-1526205600-1526227200@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Sunday - Southwestern Mountains of NC
DESCRIPTION:Meeting place and time: At a paved parking area along the southeast side of US 64\, about 0.2-mile mile east of where the Appalachian Trail crosses the highway. This parking area is located perhaps 5 miles west of where Wayah Road meets US 64. We will meet at 10:00 AM on Sunday\, May 13.\nButterflying locations include various sites west of the meeting place\, such as the Wasilik Poplar area\, possibly Wayah and Wind Spring Balds. Definitely the Buck Creek area in eastern Clay County; this area will be our main focus.\nTargets: Tawny Crescent (should see)\, Gorgone Checkerspot (rare and not likely\, but at least was formerly at a site where we will visit)\, Dusted Skipper\, Indian Skipper (perhaps a tad early)\, Northern Crescent\, Appalachian Tiger Swallowtail\, Dusky Azure and Silvery Blue (maybe a tad late for them)\, West Virginia White\, Appalachian Azure\, Pepper and Salt Skipper. Lots of very rare possibilities (as if we will see a Gray Comma\, Green Comma\, Early Hairstreak\, or Golden Banded-Skipper!)\nThere are many motels in Franklin. However\, rates will not be inexpensive\, as May is semi-high season\, and of course we will be here on a weekend.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/sunday-southwestern-mountains-of-nc/
LOCATION:NC Southwest Mountain Meeting Location – GPS 35.1247\, -83.5398\, 35.1247\, -83.5398
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Harry LeGrand":MAILTO:hlegrandjr@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180512T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180512T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20180507T192653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180507T193259Z
UID:1502-1526121000-1526140800@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Saturday - Southwest Mountains of NC
DESCRIPTION:Meeting place and time: At a paved parking area along the southeast side of US 64\, about 0.2-mile mile east of where the Appalachian Trail crosses the highway. This parking area is located perhaps 5 miles west of where Wayah Road meets US 64. We will meet at 10:30 AM on Saturday\, May 12. It likely will be a bit chilly at 3500 feet elevation\, and we want to allow plenty of time for folks to drive to the site on Saturday morning without having to spend Friday night in Franklin. We will meet again at this parking area on Sunday\, but we will meet on Sunday at 10:00 AM. \nButterflying locations include various sites west of the meeting place\, such as the Wasilik Poplar area\, possibly Wayah and Wind Spring Balds. Definitely the Buck Creek area in eastern Clay County; this area will be our main focus. \nTargets: Tawny Crescent (should see)\, Gorgone Checkerspot (rare and not likely\, but at least was formerly at a site where we will visit)\, Dusted Skipper\, Indian Skipper (perhaps a tad early)\, Northern Crescent\, Appalachian Tiger Swallowtail\, Dusky Azure and Silvery Blue (maybe a tad late for them)\, West Virginia White\, Appalachian Azure\, Pepper and Salt Skipper. Lots of very rare possibilities (as if we will see a Gray Comma\, Green Comma\, Early Hairstreak\, or Golden Banded-Skipper!) \nThere are many motels in Franklin. However\, rates will not be inexpensive\, as May is semi-high season\, and of course we will be here on a weekend. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/saturday-southwest-mountains-of-nc/
LOCATION:NC Southwest Mountain Meeting Location – GPS 35.1247\, -83.5398\, 35.1247\, -83.5398
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Doug Johnston":MAILTO:wellsteadwest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20180324T181920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180324T182758Z
UID:1401-1523782800-1523804400@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Sunday -- Weymouth Woods / Sandhills Gamelands
DESCRIPTION:Participants are to provide their own transportation\, meals\, and lodging and all costs associated with this field trip. \nThe final plan for the Day 2 sites will be determined at the end of Day 1 but will probably be in the area of Sandhills Gamelands. \nRoad conditions in the Sandhills Gamelands can be tricky at times but we have not had issues recently. The roads are sand and are fairly solid but after wet weather can be difficult. It is recommended that you bring additional snacks\, food\, and beverages as during the walk we will be away from public facilities. You can pack a picnic lunch or stop for lunch on the way. Wear long sleeves and pants\, sturdy shoes or hiking footwear\, and any other items you may require for a pleasant butterflying experience. \nThe nearest city of Southern Pines offers many upscale restaurants in addition to fast food fare. Lodging accommodations are also available in Southern Pines. \nSandhills Gamelands
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/sunday-weymouth-woods-sandhills-gamelands/
LOCATION:Sandhills Game Land\, 35.026875\, -79.559467
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Talkington":MAILTO:faunafinder@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180414T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T180233
CREATED:20180324T181155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T053149Z
UID:1397-1523698200-1523718000@www.carolinabutterflysociety.org
SUMMARY:Saturday -- Weymouth Woods / Sandhills Gamelands
DESCRIPTION:Participants are to provide their own transportation\, meals\, and lodging and all costs associated with this field trip. \nWe will meet up at the Weymouth Woods Visitor’s Center. The Visitor’s Center has public restrooms and water fountain. It is recommended that you bring additional snacks\, food\, and beverages as during the walk we will be away from public facilities. \nAfter looking for the Yucca Giant Skipper at the off site location we will head to a few other sites in the area and work towards Sandhills Gamelands. You can pack a picnic lunch at Weymouth Woods or stop for lunch on the way to other locations. Wear long sleeves and pants\, sturdy shoes or hiking footwear\, and any other items you may require for a pleasant butterflying experience. \nThe nearest city of Southern Pines offers many upscale restaurants in addition to fast food fare. Lodging accommodations are also available in Southern Pines. \nRoad conditions in the Sandhills Gamelands can be tricky at times but we have not had issues recently. The roads are sand and are fairly solid but after wet weather can be difficult. \nMeeting time at second location will be determined the day of the event.
URL:https://www.carolinabutterflysociety.org/event/saturday-weymouth-woods-sandhills-gamelands/
LOCATION:Weymouth Woods – Sandhills NP\, 1024 N Fort Bragg Rd\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
CATEGORIES:CBS Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Talkington":MAILTO:faunafinder@gmail.com
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