QW: What is ecological succession? How does is apply to prairies?
To visit Broken Kettle Grasslands, you will have to take a short 15 mile drive north of Sioux City. This location has primarily prairie habitats and is one of the largest prairie preserve in Iowa. On our visit, we are going to focus on how prairies are managed. Use the link below to travel to Broken Kettle Grassland. Along your virtual hike, feel free to answer questions and take notes in your field journal or respond in the comments section for each picture or this blog post.
QW: What is a prescribed burn? Why is this used to manage prairie.
Prescribed Fire for Prairie Ecosystems
When you connect to the virtual hike, make sure you choose "Hybrid" view and zoom in to observe the topography. Also, double-click on each of the pictures to view them and see any questions that may go along with them. Feel free to make comments for any pictures as well.
Start at the mark on Butcher Road and follow the path as illustrated below.
For more information about Broken Kettle Grassland Click Here.
Make sure you watch the video about Bison at this site.
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