Time: 10:00 a.m.
Leaders: Esther Allen and Chuck Tague will guide this outing trough the unique ecosystem at the Jennings Prairie.

This is the perfect time to explore the relict prairie. The hot weather tends to bring the stunning Blazing Star, Canada Lilies and some of the other dazzling prairie flowers to peak performance. The  goldenrods of fall will begin to show. Don’t miss the spectacular butterflies – the swallowtails and fritillaries that grace the prairie with their breathtaking beauty.

Flycatchers, vireos, tanagers, Common Yellowthroats and Cedar Waxwings  sometimes make an appearance for us. We may come across a Red Eft, the larval form of a Red-spotted Newt.

Wear a hat and sunscreen. Bring binoculars, field guides, water and a lunch. Call Susanne at (412)771-4737 or respond to this email so we know you’re coming.

Directions: (Jennings Prairie, Butler County)
From Pittsburgh take I-79 North to Exit 99, New Castle/ Butler. Drive east on Route 422 roughly 5.8 miles to the Prospect Exit. Turn left (north) onto Route 528.  Continue on Route 528 for about 7 miles. Meet in the Jennings Environmental Center Parking Lot on the left (west) side of the road