Jackson

Codfish Hollow Prairie Walk Older Wiser Livelier (O.W.Ls)

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

 Do you like native plants? Do you want to explore one of the highest-quality prairies around? On Wednesday, May 22 at 10 am interested adults are welcome to join County Conservation Naturalist Tony Vorwald to experience Codfish Hollow Hill Prairie. This prairie walk is O.W.Ls program which is for adults interested in learning about eastern Iowa’s natural History. Codfish Hollow Hill Prairie is located across the road from Codfish Hollow Barnstormer’s parking lot 35th St &, 288th Ave, IA 52060. Conservation Naturalists will share their knowledge of prairie ecology on a guided hike through the prairie. This area has been managed as a local biological preserve for 36 years and is home a unique and diverse set of native plants. Participants come dressed for the conditions, wear long pants, and bring a bottle of water. We will meet at the Hurstville Interpretive Center, 18670 63rd St. Maquoketa IA, at 9:45 am ad travel to Codfish Hollow Hill Prairie. Registration required 48 hours in advance. To register Email tvorwald@jacksoncounty.iowa.gov or call the Hurstville Interpretive Center at (563) 652-3783.

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