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The kick-off for the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust’s schedule of summer Eco-Tours is a very special treat for wildflower lovers on Thursday, April 17.  The Hambidge Center, located between Dillard and Clayton, Georgia is a center for Creative Arts and Sciences situated on 600 acres of pristine natural forests, woodlands and streams of the North Georgia Mountains.  In the spring the hillsides are covered with many varieties of trillium, ferns, trout lilies, and many, many varieties of ephemeral native flowers.  To see them is truly a joyful experience.

In addition to being able to walk through 600 acres of wildflowers, participants will have an opportunity following the hike to browse through a special showing of pottery entitled “Art in Nature” by resident potters.  Potters, visual artists, writers, weavers, composers, dancers and other artists have pursued their crafts in the solitude of Hambidge Center since 1934 when the center was founded by Mary Hambidge.  Since that time it has remained a non-profit sanctuary for the arts.

Join us as we take pleasure in hiking through the woodlands with guide Edwin Poole who will identify for us the varieties of wildflowers.  Be sure to bring your camera as there will be many opportunities for sensational photographs.  Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a walking stick, if you like.  We will leave from the Bryson’s parking lot at the Highlands Plaza at 9:15 a.m. and car pool to Hambidge.  Reservations are required and space is limited so reserve your spot early by calling HCLT at 526.1111 or email Julie.hitrust@earthlink.net. 

The event is free for HCLT members and only a $25 donation for non-members.  This is a fantastic deal as non-members not only have the opportunity to participate on the tour and receive a complimentary lunch but will also receive a membership to HCLT.  Members are encouraged to bring a friend along and have a great time while helping to grow the support for your land trust.  Working together, we can accomplish our mission to “Save the Places We All Love.”