Flowering Trees and Shrubs Walk

Spring is in full swing on Cape Cod and the Islands during Earth Week. While we may not have the numerous, spring ephemerals typical of inland locations we have a wide variety of flowering trees and shrubs. Join naturalist Tom Walker at Frost Fish Creek as we visit these beautiful marvels of nature. Participants will learn about flower structure, plus various methods for identifying woody plants without their characteristic summer leaves.

Frost Fish Creek Trail:

CCF acquired all of the almost 50 acres that now protect Frost Fish Creek over a span of 33 years. The 1.1 mile walking trail meanders along the edge of the Frost Fish Creek, offering walkers glimpses of an old cranberry operation which has reverted into open wetlands. With its unique configuration featuring brackish freshwater tidal wetland over viewed from upland pine/oak woodlands, this area offers the most varied and numerous opportunities to experience seasonal bird and mammal life in our area.

Your Guide:

Tom Walker is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a Bachelor's degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology. He spent several seasons surveying wildlife on the west coast for the US Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management prior to returning to New England. He has many natural history interests and has led walks and given presentations on lichens, fungi, trees and dragonflies for many different organizations.

Please Note:

• Event appropriate for all ages.
• Ticket sales are final - no refunds.
• Dress accordingly for ticks.
• You will be notified by telephone if the walk must be cancelled because of inclement weather, and your ticket(s) will be fully refunded.
• Meeting details and directions will be provided upon purchase of tickets.

Photo credit: Tom Walker

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Frost Fish Creek Trailhead at Monomoy Middle School Parking Lot, 425 Crowell Road, Chatham, United States