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Washington State Desert Lands in Spring

Wildflower Journal Posted on 2026-01-06 by D. Smith2025-12-11
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We hiked trails in the arid scablands of Central Washington in spring.   For two weeks, we hiked a different trail each day and camped in several Washington State Parks.    There were a variety of habitats varying from grasslands to desert-like terrain, open steppes, wetlands, and open forests.    We saw many wildflowers along the way and a few are … Continue reading →

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