A Rocky Mountain Connection

You are all enthusiastically invited to the Fourth Annual Washington Butterfly Association Conference. This year we’re visiting a particularly beautiful area in the northeast corner of Washington State. Species you may have difficulty finding elsewhere, like the silver-bordered fritillary (Boloria selene) or Queen Alexandra’s sulphur (Colias alexandra), you’ll find in abundance here. Skipper enthusiasts will be charmed by the 14 species found in Pend Oreille County. The chryxus arctic (Oeneis chryxus) and a different type of margined white (Pieris Marginalis) are likely to make appearances. The moist boreal forests and boggy meadows provide habitat for species in numbers similar to those found in the Rocky Mountains-but it’s all here in our own state.

Act now to mail in the registration form included with this issue of G’N,1111 . And please note, you will need to make your own room reservations; accommodations are limited so do it today! The registration form includes lodging information.

Metaline Falls is a picruresque, historic town on the beautiful Pend Oreille River. In this remote location, accommodations are limited, and there may be competition for rooms from seasonal mine workers. It’s imperative that you reserve a room as soon as possible. Some motels are unwilling to guarantee rooms until after the mine workers are settled, in mid-May. We look forward to seeing you there!

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