Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you accept checks?
A: Yes, checks are accepted at the door, in the Book Store, and in the kitchen.

Q: How many different plants will be at the show?
A: The number of plants varies from year to year. Weather plays the major role here. Volunteers go to regular locations each year in search of specific specimens. Some years they are found in abundance; some years they have not yet emerged; some years they are not yet in bloom; some years the blooms are long since gone. Mother Nature tempts and tantalizes us with her unpredictability.

Here are the number of species at recent shows:
    2008   614
    2007   680
    2006   645
    2005   635


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you accept checks? A: Yes, checks are accepted at the door, in the Book Store, and in the kitchen. Q: How many different plants will be at the show? A: The number of plants varies from year to year. Weather plays the major role here. Volunteers go to regular locations each year in search of specific specimens. Some years they are found in abundance; some years they have not yet emerged; some years they are not yet in bloom; some years the blooms are long since gone. Mother Nature tempts and tantalizes us with her unpredictability. Here are the number of species at recent shows: 2008 614 2007 680 2006 645 2005 635
Q: How long should I allow to see the show? A: That's a hard question to answer. You should allow at least an hour to make it through the displays, however if you want to photograph specimens, eat a snack, ask a botanist a few questions, or attend a lecture, then you will have to allow additional time. There are no time constraints on those attending the show. Take your time, stroll through and study the plants that interest you.
Q: Are there any good wildflower hikes in the area? A: Yes there are, lots. When you come to Glide, stop at the Colliding Rivers Visitor Center or the National Forest Service Ranger Station. Both have a variety of brochures describing numerous hiking trails. You are not limited to springtime. This wonderful area is blessed with wildflowers spring and summer. As the season progresses one should select higher elevation trails to enjoy more wildflowers. Be sure to bring your camera!
Q: I need help identifying a wildflower. If I describe it to you can you help me identify it? A: We would love to help you with your plant identification, but it is very difficult to accurately identify a plant from a description. We suggest you either bring a photo of the plant to the show, or email it to the show contact. showcontact@glidewildflowershow.org Q: Are the beautiful posters advertising the show for sale? A: Yes, the current year is for sale. Supplies are limited and when they're gone, they're gone. Posters left over from previous years may be available, but you need to check at the GWS Book Store upon arrival to see what is on hand.
Q: Do photographers need to have a reservation for the photographers' hour? A: No, they do not. If photographers want to avoid crowds, all they need to do is come during the 8 am to 9 am photographers' hour. But photographs can be taken at any time throughout the show.