This is the third in a series of hikes to explore the effects of burning. The Coulee Region Chapter conducted a burn this spring through part of the woodland and open prairie. We are pretty sure this is the first burn there in a long time (>50 years?). We included refugia, so it is easy to see the effects of fire here. It will take a long period of frequent burning to get the site back to its original state, but we’ve started the process.

This hike is being promoted by the Ferryville Tourism Council. The idea is to have residents join us to learn more about the site and management that is going on there. The Village has an active program promoting the environment and we hope to partner in highlighting the valuable bluff prairies right in their backyard.

DIFFICULTY:

Easy to difficult. Access is from the top and we’ll spend some time on the flatter area on top. For those that want to see more prairie below, we can go down the slope as far as you like, but it becomes very steep.

WHAT TO BRING:

Water, sun protection, insect repellent, and hat, long pants and hiking shoes are recommended. Not to scare anyone off, but the site is notoriously bad for chiggers. We’ll have spray along for those that need it.

WORK PARTY LEADER:

Please RSVP to Jim Rogala which helps with planning, but RSVPs are not required. Email Jim to sign up for the Coulee Region newsletter for updates on work parties.

LOCATION:

Marowski Bluff Prairie  61675 Grand Vista Rd – Map link (Ferryville)