Aug. 31 (Saturday afternoon) Kalscheur Oak Savanna Iowa County, WI
Come look for butterflies and flowers on this 19-acre preserve. The site was protected by TPE in 1994, and is currently managed by the Empire-Sauk Chapter. It is topographically diverse with a south facing aspect, and is covered by scattered oak trees and prairie openings. At the base of the slope, springs and ground water seeps flow into a stream-side wetland complex. Past grazing left the site in rough shape, but with tree/brush removal, periodic fire, and some inter-seeding of lost prairie and savanna species, recovery is coming along nicely. So far, 243 native plant species have been identified on site. Rough blazingstar, and many other late-summer wildflowers should be in bloom. Close focusing binoculars are recommended for butterfly viewing. Be prepared for off trail hiking.
Time: 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Trip leader: Rich Henderson (TPE) ([email protected] or 608-845-7065)
Directions: From the Village of Hollandale in southeastern Iowa Co, take County Road K south from Hwy 39 for 2.44 miles. Look for a small TPE sign on the left (northeast) side of the road. Note: the preserve entrance is ¼ mi past the bridge over Olson Creek on County K. Parking is along the road, be sure to park at least 3 ft off pavement. We will be hiking in from there.
Kalscheur Oak Savanna Butterflies and Flowers
WHEN
August 31, 2019 at 1:00pm - 3pm
WHERE
Kalscheur Oak Savanna
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