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    Celo, NC
    Ladies' Tresses (Spiranthes) Orchid, seen on a guided nature walk

    Shy Native Orchids

    Over two dozen species of native Southern Appalachian orchids have been seen blooming within walking distance of Snakeroot Ecotours. Ladies' tresses, craneflies, twayblades, numerous fringed orchids, the elusive three-birds orchid, and many, many more. Mid-April to late September; see Calendar page for prices.

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    Three-Birds Orchid (Triphora trianthophora) rare orchid seen on a guided nature walk.
    Pink Lady Slipper (Cypripedium acaule), Moccasin flower orchid, seen on a guided nature walk
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      • Cloud Forest
      • Custom Full-day or Overnight Outings
    • Walks

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      • Fireflies
      • Foxfire
      • Fungi
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      • Bog
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