Walk 'N Work For Wildlife

Since 1978 the Southern Oregon Land Conservancy has been dedicated to the permanent protection of forests, working farms and ranches, rivers, streams and the beautiful natural setting of the Rogue River region.

Southern Oregon Land Conservancy

Join us for a stewardship stroll through the iconic meadow and help remove cattle fencing to make it a safer place for wildlife.

Vesper Meadow Education Center

R﻿egistration opens on May 23 at 6:00 am T﻿our the scenic Vesper Meadow Restoration Preserve property located near Howard Prairie! This beautiful property has undergone some significant restoration projects including weed solarization and native plant restoration, installation of Post-Assisted Log Structures (PALS) in Latgawa Creek, engaging community efforts in science, art, Tribal partnership, and so much more! Join the staff of the Vesper Meadows Education Program on a stewardship stroll through the iconic meadow and give back to the land with a work party. Help by removing old cattle fencing from the property to make it a safer place for elk, bobcat, and other wildlife found throughout the area. <a href="https://www.landconserve.org/news/we-did-it-howard-prairie" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Vesper Meadow</a> is a recently conserved private property, with a public purpose. It features a beautiful wet prairie near Howard Prairie, sweeping views of Mt. McLoughlin, and is the home of the Vesper Meadow Education Project. This is a collaborative event supported by <a href="https://www.pollinatorprojectroguevalley.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a>Southern Oregon Land Conservancy, and Vesper Meadow Education Project.Guides: Vesper Meadows Education Program StaffFocus: Vesper Meadows Biocultural Restoration ProjectsLimit: 15Meeting Location: Vesper Meadows parking lotDifficulty: Some difficult terrain off-trail and physical labor to remove fencing.B﻿athroom: Composting toilet near parking area.<h3>While Covid restrictions have lifted, please exercise precaution and stay home if you are feeling ill. Contact SOLC staff for a possible raincheck. </h3>As much as we love our furry friends at SOLC, pets are not allowed. SOLC does make exceptions for ADA service animals. Companion animals, however, are not allowed.If you have questions about the day, contact Amber Shannon at 541-482-3069 Ext 107 or email events@landconserve.org.F﻿or more information on Vesper Meadows <a href="https://www.vespermeadow.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Click Here</a>Back to <a href="http://www.landconserve.org/hikes-and-tours" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hike Series</a> web page

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