Moss and lichen are everywhere in the cool, damp Northwest. The Camano Wildlife Habitat Project has two upcoming events featuring these interesting organisms.
At 7 p.m. on Nov. 19, WSU Master Gardener Deborah Smeltzer will give a presentation on lichen and mosses and their place in our environment. From the natural forest to the naturalized garden, with slippery sidewalks in between, you will learn more about how to, if not love them, at least live with them in a healthy manner. The event is at the Camano Multipurpose Center (blue building next to animal shelter), 141 N East Camano Drive.
At 2 p.m. on Nov. 22, join Russ Holmes, retired forest service botanist, for a walk through Four Springs Lake Preserve trails to identify some of the common Camano mosses, lichens, liverworts, and fungi. Dress in layers appropriate for the weather, wear sturdy shoes, bring a hand lens if you have one, and meet in the main parking lot, 585 Lewis Lane. Tour will take place rain or shine; no reservations required. No dogs allowed.
For information on either of these programs, call 360-387-2236, visit www.camanowildlifehabitat.org or e-mail camanowildlifehabitat@gmail.com.
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