Join Hardy Mason & Cybee Bloss to explore and learn about the variety of young and old trees growing at Claymont Retreat Center!

PVAS Host: Hardy Mason & Cybee Bloss

Free and open to the public. For ages 8 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants.

PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible

We will view and learn about a variety of native trees, including species rarely seen in this area despite being native. We’ll begin with large mature trees near the Claymont Mansion. We’ll then explore the newer riparian buffer plantings along the Bullskin. Those 700 or so newer trees and shrubs were planted both to protect the watershed and to provide food for people and wildlife.

• Walking Distance: Approximately 1 mile
• Pace: Leisurely (meandering, many breaks to stop and observe)
• Exposure: Partial shade. Some areas of full sun.
• Terrain: A mix of hard ground and mowed grass
• Restroom: No restrooms are available.
• Parking/Where to Meet: Please park in the designated parking area here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KRLPdLzCHD7SEYE49
• What to Bring: Wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather, and bring water.

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About Hardy Mason: Hardy has been an amateur arborist for half a century, and works to restore and expand native woodlands.  Seventeen years after buying his own long neglected woods, they are thriving at all levels.  Recently retired, Hardy has a new playground at Claymont.  So many opportunities to serve the future!

About Cybee Bloss: Cybee (they/them) is a lifelong ecology student and land steward at Claymont.