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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Vascular Flora of the Blue Ridge
DESCRIPTION:COURSE FULL – Join the waitlist via the link provided below \n2 Credit Hours\nMay 18–22\, 2026\nInstructor: Dr. Paul Manos\, Duke University\nCost: $500.00 \nThis course welcomes students\, professional biologists\, and plant enthusiasts alike. Centered on the rich botanical diversity of the Highlands Plateau\, it provides both an introduction and a refresher on studying vascular plant diversity. \nThrough a community-based lens\, participants will explore the flora of the Blue Ridge during field excursions and hands-on identification exercises. Course objectives include: \nUnderstanding key distinguishing features among lycophytes\, ferns\, and seed plants.\nLearning field characteristics of common and rare species and the habitats they occupy.\nDeveloping confidence in using identification keys.\nGaining a clearer understanding of the ecology of major regional plant communities and the biogeography of their species.\nThis immersive field experience offers a strong foundation for anyone interested in the botanical richness of the Southern Appalachians. \nJoin the waitlist: https://wcu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_elgLT5HEInl8Uey
URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/introduction-to-the-vascular-flora-of-the-blue-ridge/
LOCATION:Highlands Biological Station\, 265 North 6th St\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
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