by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Sep 8, 2026
Hay Creek Hills Farm Workday
Tuesday, September 1 – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Hay Creek Hills Farm in Red Wing, MN
There will be several opportunities this fall to help Wendy Johnson restore remnant bluff prairie and oak savanna at her property near Red Wing.
No chainsaws required for this work party; Due to sensitive bat species of concern that roost during the day April-October in larger trees, there will be no cutting of standing trees with a breast-height diameter greater than 3”.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please be prepared. Wendy will have extra water and a few break-time treats, but please bring the following recommended items:
-Long sleeve shirts and pants
-Work boots, gloves, protective eyewear, and any other necessary PPE
-Hand pruners, small hand saw and/or chainsaw (oil, gas)
-Water bottle & snacks
-Tick spray
-Enthusiasm for prairie restoration and camaraderie!
CONTACT:
Please RSVP to Wendy (wendyjohnson2016@gmail.com) so she knows how many people to expect and/or text/call 612-930-9786. Wendy will email details and updates to all those who RSVP about a week before the workday.
LOCATION:
Next to 30817 Hay Creek Hills Dr., Red Wing, MN. Look for event signs when you get close. MAP HERE
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Sep 8, 2026
Brush and Tree Removal at Ottawa Bluffs
Saturday, December 19 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Ottawa Bluffs, Le Sueur, MN
Learn more about Ottawa Bluffs HERE.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring a lunch, plenty of beverage, appropriate (sturdy) foot wear, and work gloves. Leather gloves work best for brush work, thinner gloves (or none) for seed collection. Dress in layers with an eye toward the weather. Rain, snow, or shine, we will be out there.
CONTACT:
Email Jim Lynch if you have questions and to RSVP. If for some reason there is a cancellation, it will be announced through the Many Rivers email list. Contact Jim to be added to the email list.
LOCATION:
If you need help getting there: Look for the preserve sign and vehicles parked along the side of the highway. MAP
Alternatively, from LeSueur, take County 36 south to Co. 23 to the preserve.
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Sep 8, 2026
Brush and Tree Removal at Ottawa Bluffs
Saturday, December 5 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Ottawa Bluffs, Le Sueur, MN
Learn more about Ottawa Bluffs HERE.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring a lunch, plenty of beverage, appropriate (sturdy) foot wear, and work gloves. Leather gloves work best for brush work, thinner gloves (or none) for seed collection. Dress in layers with an eye toward the weather. Rain, snow, or shine, we will be out there.
CONTACT:
Email Jim Lynch if you have questions and to RSVP. If for some reason there is a cancellation, it will be announced through the Many Rivers email list. Contact Jim to be added to the email list.
LOCATION:
If you need help getting there: Look for the preserve sign and vehicles parked along the side of the highway. MAP
Alternatively, from LeSueur, take County 36 south to Co. 23 to the preserve.
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Sep 8, 2026
Brush and Tree Removal at Ottawa Bluffs
Saturday, November 14 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Ottawa Bluffs, Le Sueur, MN
Learn more about Ottawa Bluffs HERE.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring a lunch, plenty of beverage, appropriate (sturdy) foot wear, and work gloves. Leather gloves work best for brush work, thinner gloves (or none) for seed collection. Dress in layers with an eye toward the weather. Rain, snow, or shine, we will be out there.
CONTACT:
Email Jim Lynch if you have questions and to RSVP. If for some reason there is a cancellation, it will be announced through the Many Rivers email list. Contact Jim to be added to the email list.
LOCATION:
If you need help getting there: Look for the preserve sign and vehicles parked along the side of the highway. MAP
Alternatively, from LeSueur, take County 36 south to Co. 23 to the preserve.
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Sep 8, 2026
Brush Control and Seed Collection at Ottawa Bluffs
Saturday, October 3 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Ottawa Bluffs, Le Sueur, MN
Learn more about Ottawa Bluffs HERE.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring a lunch, plenty of beverage, appropriate (sturdy) foot wear, and work gloves. Leather gloves work best for brush work, thinner gloves (or none) for seed collection. Dress in layers with an eye toward the weather. Rain, snow, or shine, we will be out there.
CONTACT:
Email Jim Lynch if you have questions and to RSVP. If for some reason there is a cancellation, it will be announced through the Many Rivers email list. Contact Jim to be added to the email list.
LOCATION:
If you need help getting there: Look for the preserve sign and vehicles parked along the side of the highway. MAP
Alternatively, from LeSueur, take County 36 south to Co. 23 to the preserve.
