We’re sorry, this field trip is canceled due to concerns around COVID-19. Please feel welcome to visit Rettenmund Prairie (location below) and explore individually or with your family!
Join us for a summertime trip to this high-quality prairie remnant. A spectacular display of butterfly milkweed, leadplant, and coreopsis should be at its peak on this summer evening. Park on the right (north) side of Fesenfeld Road. This site is a State Natural Area owned by The Prairie Enthusiasts. This trip is co-sponsored by The Prairie Enthusiasts.
Directions: From the intersection of US Hwy 14 and County F in Black Earth, follow F west out of town, then south when it separates from KP. Take your first right onto Fesenfeld Road and go about 0.1 mile to the Prairie entrance. Park on the right (north) side of Fesenfeld Road.
Google: Black Earth Rettenmund Prairie State Natural Area or Map App: Enter “10241 Fesenfeld Rd., Black Earth 53515”.
RAIN DATE: None (if weather is poor, trip is cancelled)
ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES:
We’re sorry, this trip involves steep terrain and requires full mobility to participate.
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE FOR WALKING: 1-3 miles
RSVP REQUIRED? No
FIELD TRIP LEADER: Tom and Kathie Brock (608-238-5050, kmbrock@charter.net or cell 608-225-8239 on day of trip)
Header photo by Madison Audubon Society
