Continuing our exploration of urban prairies, the Prairie Seekers are visiting the lovely Tandy Hills Natural Area this November. The City of Fort Worth acquired this inner-city green space in 1960, and it's managed by the city's Park and Recreation Department with assistance from the Friends of Tandy Hills Natural Area. Located adjacent to two additional green spaces, Stratford Park and Broadcast Hill, the total area provides over 200 acres of wildlands only a couple of miles from downtown Fort Worth.

Due to the park's very shallow soils and challenging terrain, the prairie here was never plowed. Various management treatments began in the late 1990s and continue to the present time. The city's natural resource staff is even planning to burn selected areas in the near future. We will explore the park, discuss the techniques used to restore and maintain the native prairie and see the results to date.

Join us as we seek to expand our understanding of the places prairies occupy in our landscapes.

Registrants will receive additional information 3-7 days prior to the event. Lunch will be provided thanks to a generous grant from Marsha Stephens. Please join us!