Double Oak Savanna

This  site, named after the double oak on the property that was first noted in original surveys dating back to 1832. The site contains remnant and restored prairie, oak savanna and oak woodland. A remnant prairie is located at the top of a steep climb up the wooded hillside. 

 

Looking through the trees at Double Oak Savanna. Photo by Dan Carter.

Double Oak Savanna

Looking through the trees at Double Oak Savanna. Photo by Dan Carter. 

This  site, named after the double oak on the property that was first noted in original surveys dating back to 1832. The site contains remnant and restored prairie, oak savanna and oak woodland. A remnant prairie is located at the top of a steep climb up the wooded hillside. 

Access & Directions

From the east, go to the intersection of Highway 133 and County Road C west of Woodman. Proceed west on County Road C 4.7 miles to the rock quarry on the right., where we will congregate. From the west, go to the intersection of Highway 18 and County Road C, a few miles east of Prairie du Chien. Drive east on County C for 7.8 miles. Just past the settlement of Millville you will come to the rock quarry on the left.

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Site Steward

Connect with the Chapter to see how you can care for this rare habitat at an upcoming work party.

This site is stewarded by The Prairie Enthusiasts Southwest Wisconsin Chapter.

Site Steward: James Haas at (608) 732-7104 or (Email)

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How to Enjoy This Site

Allowed:

  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Hunting (see below for more information)

How to Enjoy This Site

Allowed:

  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Hunting (see below for more information)

     

    Walking through Double Oak Savanna. Photo by Dan Carter.

    What Makes Double Oak Savanna Special

    The rugged terrain is home to a number of rare species including purple milkweed (Asclepias purpurascens), prairie Indian plantain (Arnoglossum plantagineum), jeweled shooting star (Dodecatheon amethystinum), pickerel frog (Lithobates palustris) and prairie ring-necked snake (Diadophis punctatus arnyi).

    Spring view of Double Oak Savanna.

    Photo by Dan Carter. 

    How was Double Oak Savanna Protected

    This site was gifted to The Prairie Enthusiasts by Alice and Walter Mirk in 2012. Alice and Walter worked to restor the parcel to its original state for more than 25 years before gifting the property to The Prairie Enthusiasts. 

    They feel they could not have accomplished such substantial restoration withoutthe help of their freinds including Jonah and Brian Curley, Devaen Randall and Brian Knepper. 

    How You Can Help Double Oak Savanna

    The Southwest Wisconsin Chapter frequently cuts and treats invasive brush as well as prescribed burns. 

    Check out our Events Calendar to see upcoming work parties or contact the site steward to get involved.

    View of Double Oak Savanna after a prescribed burn. Photo by Dan Carter.

    Hunting Information

    Double Oak Savanna 

    Location: Grant County, Wisconsin, Town of Millville
    Habitat: Grassland, oak savanna and woodland
    Species that may be hunted: All legal species
    Permit Details: No permit or reservation is required

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