This field trip immediately follows the short and sweet morning work day (see details HERE). After the workday, we will explore the railroad remnant by hiking or biking. Using bikes will allow us to cover more of the trail. Asters and goldenrods will be blooming, and we’ll look for the Downy and Bottled gentian found at the site. The site is completely flat. There is an informational kiosk there and the area had prairie species added by the past trail ranger, Jayne Collins. Our chapter has also added a few species to the area that has a little trail through it. This is the location that naturalist Bob Lee led up to ten hikes a year for many years before his passing in 2012.

WHAT TO BRING:
Water, sturdy shoes, and dress for the weather. Bring your bike if you feel like biking.

WORK PARTY LEADER:
Those interested should RSVP to Jim at jrogala58@gmail.com. In your RSVP, please let him know:

• if you will attend the short workday before the field trip,
• if you prefer to hike or bike, and
• if you’d like to join for a lunch afterwards.