Leader: Carole Bergmann Spring is an exciting time along the Potomac River. Join retired County-wide Botanist/Forest Ecologist, Carole Bergmann, for an equinox hike to experience the "close of winter/beginning of spring" in one of Montgomery County's special Conservation Parks. We will search for whatever spring ephemerals, trees or shrubs are bursting into leaf or flower in this riverine floodplain habitat. We will also keep our ears and eyes open for amphibian and bird life and visit the largest known tree in Maryland (a sycamore), a co-champion Cottonwood, and numerous other giants. Expect to walk between 1.5 and 2 miles on natural surface trails or the towpath. No restrooms at this site.