Join TLC for a ramble through the rhododendrons!

In partnership with the Johnston County annual Countywide Cleanup, TLC Senior Land Manager East, Patrick Boleman, will lead a volunteer trash clean up and guide you along our special Flower Hill Nature Preserve to observe the Catawba Rhododendrons that bloom every April. The first half of this event will include a volunteer workday to pick up trash at the entrance of the preserve, then you will continue on a 1-mile hike along the slopes overlooking Moccasin Creek to find a dense stand of rhododendron.  Patrick will discuss the history of Flower Hill and its location on the dividing line between the Piedmont and Coastal Plain, which contributes to its rich floral life that includes other spring-blooming wildflowers like trout lily, jack-in-the pulpit, and Catesby’s trillium. This is a free event, but preregistration is required. Registration is limited due to the small size of the parking lot. If registration is full, please fill out the waitlist form here by April 16th at noon. An additional Volunteer Hub link for the Countywide Cleanup will be posted soon! All gloves, safety vests, and trash bags will be provided by staff.