
EMPIRE-SAUK FIELD TRIP
Blazing Stars and Butterflies at Smith-Reiner Drumlin
Saturday, August 30 – 10:00 a.m. to Noon
Location: Smith-Reiner Drumlin Prairie in Cambridge, WI
The drumlins will be covered with rough and cylindrical blazing stars and the valleys in between will have gay feather. This should be a Monarch hot spot. Gentians and other prairie specialist flowers will also be blooming.
Hill climbing is involved on the quarter mile walk from the road to the prairie.
WHAT TO BRING:
Water, sun protection, a hat, insect repellent, and hiking shoes are recommended. Bring binoculars—the closer they focus, the better!
FIELD TRIP LEADER:
Please contact Pam Skaar if you would like to be contacted in case of cancellation or other changes.
DIRECTIONS:
2656 Clear View Road, Cambridge, WI is across the road from the prairie. From the intersection of US 12 and Hwy 23, take 73 south 1.5 miles to County PQ. Turn left (east) and proceed 1 mile on PW to Clear View Road. Turn right (south) 0.6 miles. Park along the road, off the shoulder. There is a quarter mile walk along an old farm lane to get into the natural area.