Plants of the Tahoe Basin - 2nd edition underway!

A second edition of the most comprehensive wildflower field guide, Plants of the Tahoe Basin (Graf, 1999), is in the works and botanist Molly J. Ferry needs your help to make it happen!

This exciting update blends community-driven citizen science with free weekly wildflower walks led by Molly herself. On these outings, she will guide you through Tahoe’s wild gardens, highlighting specific plants and sharing insights into their anatomy and ecology.

👉Click here to visit the official website, explore the full calendar of events, and learn how to get involved.

🎥 Don’t miss the short introductory video, where Molly explains the two types of outings- Wildflower Wednesdays and Friday Forays and how you can participate in this season’s incredible wildflower display.

🌼 Friday Forays

A relaxed stroll guided by the motto:

“If you want to go very slow and not very far, go with a botanist.”

These outings are perfect for exploring native plants, meadow herbs, and local flora at a leisurely pace. You'll also receive help uploading your plant observations to the TINS Wildflower Big Year project on iNaturalist.

🥾 Wildflower Wednesdays

A more adventurous, half-day hike that kicks off in the morning. These Search Party outings focus on locating specific plant species and include a fun, map-based plant hunt. Expect some off-trail hiking, uneven terrain, and distances of up to 7 miles.

❓How to Join

Just show up! Head to the listed coordinates at the date and time on the calendar.

What to Bring:

✔ Water

✔ Sunscreen

✔ Layers

✔ Sturdy shoes

✔ Snacks

✔ A botanical loupe (if you have one)

🚫 Please, No Dogs

📲 Connect & Share

Remember: slow down, look closely, and I’ll see you out there and on iNaturalist at @tahoeplantbook

For any questions, feel free to email Molly at tahoeplantbook@gmail.com