Program: Cloud Forests and savannnas: Recent
Research and Adventures in the Mountains of Guyana, South America
Dr. David Clarke, botanist at UNC-Asheville, will present
slides and stories highlighting his 20+ rainforest plant collecting
expeditions conducted in Guyana, South America. His research, under the
sponsorship of the Smithsonian Institution and the National Geographic
Society, has documented many new species of plants in previously unvisited
areas thanks to a unique partnership among Guyanese Amerindians and students
from the University of Guyana and UNCA.
MEMBERS and their GUESTS ONLY
If snow or ice cause cancellation we will reschedule for Sunday,
February 3, at 2 pm. For information call 252-5190.
The Botanical Gardens at Asheville
151 W.T. Weaver Blvd.
Asheville, NC 28804-3414
Telephone: (828) 252-5190
Fax: (828) 252-1211
Email: bgardens@bellsouth.net
