Spring Ephemerals Workshop: Botany and Bloom Series

Location of Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Carriage Barn in the Historic Area
Main Park Address: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Ln., Delaplane, VA 20144.

When

April 26, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

As the weather warms to spring, travel the park's trails to explore what is in bloom with Shenandoah Chapter Virginia Master Naturalist Paul Guay. Discover the beauty and diversity of spring ephemeral flowers, such as tulips and daffodils. Begin in the park's Carriage Barn with an informative introductory presentation on ephemeral flowers, their associated pollinators, tips and tricks to their identification, and more. Following the presentation, join an approximate 3-mile guided hike along the park's forest edge trails.

Please bring water and lunch to eat along the trail, dress appropriately, and wear sturdy shoes.

Registration is not required, but encouraged via our Eventbrite listing.

spring flowers pop up in shades of white and pink

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-592-3556
Email Address: SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov