Biologist: Charles Cope

316-683-8069

Charles.cope@ks.gov

Regional Coordinator: Mike Rader

(620) 672-0708

mike.rader@ks.gov

Special Features: Vernal aquatic studies pond, scattered tree and shrub plantings, native prairie grasses section under development, bat box, chickadee/robin/blue bird/screech owl/purple martin houses;10 elevated interpretive garden beds of Native Prairie forbs; solar powered bird bath; compost bins with interpretive signage

Unique Features: wetland nature trail under development by students; recycled scrap metal sculpture of bat mounted to side of bat box; flip top table/benches built by students for outdoor seating and work space; outdoor classroom shade pergola built from repurposed wood in cooperation with Westar Energy’s Green Team (construction to be completed April 2012).

Initial funding: 7/31/11