The 455-acre Rocky Run Oak Savanna contains bur, white, and black oak savanna, a box canyon, and more than 100 plant species along with a diversity of reptiles and butterflies. Rocky Run contains the highest density of whip-poor-wills in Columbia County and hosts many other savanna bird species. Over 30 years ago Madison Audubon volunteers assisted the DNR in removing red cedar trees from the site. Join us in exploring a state natural area with rare habitats, plants, and wildlife.
Please note that trails are clear of poison ivy, but it is a common plant off-trail at Rocky Run. We recommend you wear closed-toed shoes, long pants, and long sleeves. We also encourage you to bring water, a snack, a camera, binoculars, etc.
FIELD TRIP LEADER: Mark Martin (608-333-9645 or goosep@madisonaudubon.org), Graham Steinhauer, and Emma Raasch
RAIN DATE: Saturday, May 20
ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES:
We apologize, this field trip is not accessible to those with disabilities
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE FOR WALKING: 1-3 miles
RSVP REQUIRED? YES. This trip limited to 16 people.
Cover photo: Rocky Run Oak Savanna SNA photo by Brenna Marsicek / Madison Audubon
