Botany and Birds at the Black River Cypress Preserve Swampside Tract

Date and Time

Saturday Oct 4, 2025
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT

Gates open at 7:30, hike starts at 8:00 when the front gate is locked. Late comers will not be admitted.

Location

Black River Cypress Preserve
Swampside Tract
16368 County Line Road
Andrews, SC
For GPS: 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC

Fees/Admission

Limited to 15, free of charge and open to the public.

Website

https://www.cypresspreserve.org/

Contact Information

(843) 264-0201

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Description

Limited to 15 participants. Guided by Maureen Mulligan, local botanist, you can join us for a fall wildflowers and birding hike focusing on those plants that are attracting fall insects as well as the birds who are flying through. Participants will hike a portion of the preserve and visit some of the diverse ecosystems it has to offer. Fresh water swamps and upland forests await those who want to explore by foot.

This 3 hour event will cover about 3 miles of either crushed granite or grassy trails, but going off trail into the woods is an option so wear good shoes. Bring your own water, wear sturdy shoes, and dress for the weather in comfortable layers.