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May
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5/28/2010 1:00 AM
5/28/10 The Natural Areas Discovery series event at Gott Fen State Nature Preserve on Saturday, June 12 will give visitors a rare glimpse of the showy lady’s slipper orchid in full bloom.
Gott Fen State Nature Preserve Hosts Lady’s-Slipper Open House
Portage County permit-only site open to the public on Saturday, June 12, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
COLUMBUS, OH – The Natural Areas Discovery series event at Gott Fen State Nature Preserve on Saturday, June 12 will give visitors a rare glimpse of the showy lady’s slipper orchid in full bloom. The preserve, located in Streetsboro will host this reservations-only event beginning at 9 a.m.
 One of the finest boreal fens in the state, Gott Fen harbors more than 20 state-listed species including the largest population of showy lady’s-slipper in the state. Other rarities include round-leaved sundew, grass-of-parnassus, shrubby cinquefoil and northern bayberry.
Visitors interested in attending the Lady’s-slipper Open House must contact Adam Wohlever at (440) 632-3010 and register for naturalist-led hikes, which begin at 9 a.m. The site, normally closed to the public, does not have a trail system and visitors are asked to wear appropriate footwear for wet conditions.
Sponsored by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, the Natural Areas Discovery Series features scheduled hikes, interpretive activities and an opportunity for visitors to meet preserve staff. Programs are held from April to October— the full schedule may be found at www.ohiodnr.com/dnap.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR Web site at www.ohiodnr.com.
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For more information, contact:
Heidi Hetzel-Evans, ODNR Media Relations
614. 265. 6860
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