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Field Trip: Blacklock Point (Floras Lake Natural Area)
June 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday, June 1, 10:00 am
Field Trip: Blacklock Point (Floras Lake Natural Area)
Leader: Lynn Jackson and Olivia Dethlefsen
Location: Cape Blanco State Airport – 92200 Airport Road, Sixes
We will meet at the parking area at the end of Airport Road at the Cape Blanco State Airport. Airport Road is between mileposts 293 and 294 on US 101 between Bandon and Port Orford. Follow the road approximately 3 miles to the parking area. We will meet at 10:00 and expect to start hiking at 10:15. Please note there are no restroom facilities at the parking area.
This will be a 4-to-6-mile hike depending on where the flowers are the best, weather conditions, and group interests. The trail is mostly level and will either be an out and back or longer loop. We will walk through a variety of habitats. The views can be spectacular and the spring wildflowers diverse. At this time of year we can expect to see bunchberry, rhododendrons, lupines, and paintbrush in flower. We will also learn a bit about the interesting history and geology of the area.
Bring water, and a snack if you wish. While the trails are mostly level, there are areas with exposed roots, so hiking poles may be useful for some. The trails should be mostly dried out. Dress for the weather and be prepared for windy conditions on the exposed bluffs.
To sign up or if you have any questions, please contact Lynn Jackson at Ly*****@ao*.com. As with all NPSO hikes, liability waivers will be provided before the hike.