Oak Motte Trail

April 10th at the Nature Center, my group took on the Oak Motte Trail. At just two miles long, it's a short and easy hike—ideal for beginners. With plenty of benches scattered along the path and virtually no elevation, it’s especially well-suited for older visitors or those who may have difficulty walking longer distances.

    

We had perfect weather for the hike, and the wildflowers were in full bloom. At the beginning of the trail we saw where the prairie dogs had been relocated. They had a little tent for shade and were playing together. Along the way, we spotted a bunny scurrying through the brush and butterflies dancing around us. The trail winds past prairie lands, which looked especially serene and beautiful this time of year.


We also noticed a few sections where controlled burns had been conducted to manage invasive privet. Thankfully, the privet didn’t seem too overwhelming in this area. Near the start of the trail, we saw a patch that had been both burned and mulched—hopefully, that space will be restored to its natural beauty over time.

On the media side, we captured some great content for our social channels. Bea started a vlog, Colleen filmed horizontal clips for YouTube, and I took vertical videos for short-form platforms. All in all, it was a peaceful and productive day on the trail.

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  1. williams.dan76May 7, 2025 at 11:20 AM

    Nice photos and reflection on your Nature Center experiences.

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