The woods and waters surrounding Mt. McGregor have long attracted attention from both professional botanists and amateur wildflower lovers alike. 

Presenter Jackie Donnelly, nature writer and photographer, has been exploring the area for over twenty-seven years, documenting in words and photographs the amazing variety of plants that flourish on the mountain, from rocky outcroppings to upland forests to the boggy islands of Lake Bonita.

The suggested donation for Grant Cottage Porch Programs is $5 per person. Our events are supported with funding from the New York State Park and Trail Partnership Program (NYSPTPP) and New York’s Environmental Protection Fund. The NYSPTPP is administered by Parks & Trails New York, in partnership with the state Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.