Pink Beds Hemlock Hike with Mills River Partnership

Join us on Friday, June 13th from 1:00pm – 4:30pm at Pink Beds Loop for an educational hike with the Hemlock Restoration Initiative and Mills River Partnership.

We will begin near the Pink Beds picnic area, where several healthy hemlocks line the edge of the field. As we make our way through the loop, we will stop to talk about hemlocks in the area, their importance in our riparian ecosystems, and how we manage to control hemlock woolly adelgid.

Mills River Partnership will join to discuss the Mills River watershed, the stream’s present day uses, and a brief history of the stream.

This 3.2-mile loop is mostly flat, with a few creek crossings and gentle inclines. It’s an excellent choice for those looking to enjoy the forest without a strenuous hike.

The backup weather date for this hike will be June 27th at 1pm. If you have any questions, contact Ayla Busch at volunteer@savehemlocksnc.org or 828-252-4783. While the hike is free to attend, your RSVP is required, and space is limited. Please sign up by Wednesday, June 11th by filling out the form linked on our event webpage. More information about where to meet and what to bring will be provided after registration.