You can tour a native pasture and view the brilliant scenery during the Wildflower Walk and Pasture on the evening of July 2nd. This activity is being sponsored by the Geary County Conservation District and Geary County KSU Research and Extension Office from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Wilson pasture at the northeast corner of U.S. 77 and State Lake Road south of Junction City.

The extensive spring rains and cooler temperatures have led to bright colors and blooms. You learn the names and historical importance of those plants that can be seen in the Flint Hills ecosystem. Chuck Otte, KSU Research and Extension agent, and local Conservation District staff will be in attendance to help you navigate through the pasture and answer your questions about the blooms and grasses you will encounter.

The pasture that will be toured was this past year’ winner of the Conservation District Grassland Award. It is past of a working cattle operation and the land managers will be available to answer questions about rangeland management including questions about spring burning.

Weather permitting, parking will be available on the limited maintenance road to the east of the highway. Those who attend are asked to wear closed toed shoes and clothing appropriate for walking through the rangeland. Bring bug spray since the wet weather has brought out a number of insects.