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A note from Project Coordinator Richard James Thanks to
the sunshine, the rain, the vision of some and the hard work of
many, we are well on our way to meeting our objective for the
Whitewater Prairie Reconstruction Project which is to reconstruct
a 50-acre prairie on a former prairie site with plantings for
five unique prairie types. Like a fine
wine, prairies take time to mature. Our initial five-year goal
was to raise funds through donations and grants to purchase prairie
seed. Once the initial 10 acres are established, we will gather
their seeds to continue planting the remaining 40 acres. This prairie
reconstruction is under the guidance of the Prairie Reconstruction
Advisory Committee that includes a mix of prairie experts and
prairie enthusiasts who see the value of this undertaking. Besides
becoming a haven for authentic prairie plants, the UW-Whitewater
Nature Preserve Prairie will serve as an education center for
those wanting to learn more about prairie ecology through study
and just plain enjoyment. Prairies are pleasing to the senses. Enjoy! |
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