Russell R. Kirt Prairie - Glen Ellyn, IL - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

Per COD website: "This 18-acre natural area consists of about six acres of marsh, a one-acre retention pond, 11 acres of reconstructed prairie and savanna planted between 1984 and 2000, and a quarter mile of display/seed production beds planted in 1997 along the southern boundary of the preserve."

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Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 18 acres Is there a trail system?: Yes If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: Per COD website: "Over a half mile of trails, including a 1/6-mile wheelchair accessible stretch, allows easy access for nonconsumptive recreational use." What points of interest are there?: 6 acres of marsh plus 11 acres of reconstructed prairie and savanna What activities are available?: Hiking trail List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): None known Dogs Allowed?: Yes Is a permit/fee required?: No Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link] Hours of accessibility?: Not listed If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed

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Date Logged Log User Rating   04/03/2011 ElroySparta visited it 10/05/2008 Go Boilers! visited it

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