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Conference Wide Lagace, Ed [1], Dunnette, Joel [2]. Weaver Dunes sand prairie and Weaver Bottoms marshes canoe trip. The Weaver Dunes area offers a large sand/barrens prairie on an extensive dune field with nearby Mississippi River floodplain forest, alluvial marsh, and backwaters. We will hike parts of the extensive sand prairie and see a wide variety of plants and animals, including some that are uncommon elsewhere. We will also paddle the Weaver Bottoms marsh, which is full of emergent vegetation in mid-summer. The spectacular American Lotus should be in bloom. Both sites have examples of successful ecological restoration. Walking the sand prairie of Weaver Dunes is easy, even though there are no trails, as long as participants are dressed appropriately. That time of year can be quite warm. Water, boots or solid hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and long pants are recommended. Bring rain gear if rain is in the forecast. We will go through areas of Poison Ivy. For the canoe trip, you may want to have water-resistant footwear for launch and landing. Box lunches and water will be provided.
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1 - U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
2 - Zumbro Valley Audubon
Keywords:
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Presentation Type: Activities:Field Trips
Session: FT05, Weaver Dunes sand prairie and Weaver Bottoms marshes canoe trip
Location: Ballroom Lobby - West/Mayo Civic Center
Date: Saturday, July 21st, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM
Number: FT05001
Abstract ID:1244
Candidate for Awards:None |
