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The Nature Conservancy's Cheyenne Bottoms Preserve
The Nature Conservancy owns and manages more than 7,300 acres at Cheyenne Bottoms, restoring marsh and grassland habitat with rotational grazing, prescribed fire, and other techniques to encourage a diversity in vegetation. The Preserve welcomes you to stop by to view wildlife. Visit The Nature Conservancy’s Cheyenne Bottoms Preserve Web page for more information.
Preparing for visit to The Nature Conservancy's Cheyenne Bottoms Preserve
Your experience can be comfortable, enjoyable, safe and rewarding by following these suggestions.
Bird Watching Tips: Anytime of the year can be interesting to visit The Nature Conservancy's Cheyenne Bottoms Preserve as long as there is water in the marshes. But, spring and fall are the best seasons to visit as migrating shorebirds, waterfowl, and cranes can reach their peak numbers at this time. Schedule your visit early or late in the day when wildlife is most active and more frequently seen.
Binoculars, spotting scopes, bird guides, and checklists can enhance your experience. During the warmer days of spring and summer a good insect repellant would be advisable.
Caution: The roads at The Nature Conservancy’s Preserve are unpaved and may be impassable after heavy rains. Use caution when crossing the low water crossing.
DO NOT attempt to drive across Blood Creek if there is water in the roadway.
Safety Considerations: For the safety of visitors and for the protection of wildlife and their habitats:
- Stay on established roads and parking areas
- Driving off roads or on roads closed by signs or barrier is prohibited
- Dogs and other pets must remain in your vehicle at all times
- Hunting, fishing and firearms are not allowed on Conservancy property
- Do not liter
Facilities: There are no facilities on The Nature Conservancy’s property.
Wildlife watching:
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