This diverse 9-acre oak savanna is a preserve of The Prairie Enthusiasts and managed by the Empire-Sauk Chapter.  Management with frequent fire since 1976 has brought about a very diverse flora of prairie and savanna species with nearly 400 native plant species now present.  A wide array of late-spring wildflowers should be in bloom.

WORK PARTY LEADER:

If you plan to attend, please let the trip leader know at least 12 hours in advance, in case of last-minute changes in the schedule or cancelation due to severe weather.  Also contact them if you have questions.

Rich Henderson EMAIL or 608-845-7065

DIRECTIONS:

From the intersection of CTH M and PD (north of Verona and SW of Madison) take PD west 3.0 miles to Timber Lane, turn right (north) on to Timber Lane and then immediately turn left into a joint driveway.  Proceed to the brick house (2845 Timber Lane).  Park in mowed lawn (please do not block the neighbor’s driveway).