Corriell Nature Preserve –  Jason Paulios will guide us in exploring this new 200-acre Bur Oak Land Trust property in Muscatine County that includes wetlands, remnant savanna, and sand prairie.  Target species include American Bittern and Sandhill Crane, but no promises as this is a previously unexplored property.  Special guest will be Jason Taylor, Director of Bur Oak, who will share background information about the new property and restoration progress.  Hiking terrain will be a mix of mowed and rough trails. 

Meet Jason at Fin and Feather parking lot, 125H (carpooling only for those vaccinated for COVID) Location is approximately 30 minutes from Iowa City.  Directions will be provided for those driving separately.  Return time is about12:30.  

More:  https://buroaklandtrust.org/bur-oak-finalizes-largest-acquisition-to-date/