Join the OWL (Older Wiser Livelier) Dubuque, Jackson & Jones OWL Group for a Lost Mound Birding Tour

Event Summary

Take a journey through portions of the Lost Mound Unit, formerly know as the Savanna Army Depot, which is the largest remnant of sand prairie/sand savanna in Illinois.  Founded in 1917, the 13,062 acre Depot was used for munitions manufacturing, testing and storage.  The depot was officially closed in 2000 and 9827 acres became the Lost Mound Unit.  Lost Mound derives its name from a prominent geologic feature "Lost Mound" located in the adjacent bluff-land.

Enjoy a session of a driving tour in the new 10 passenger wheel chair accessible van, a presentation of the work being done to study and protect the native species with the opportunity to hike and observe wildlife with a break for lunch - please bring your own lunch.

Reserve your spot by calling 563-652-3783 or email jen@jacksonccb.com. 

Please contact your county conservation office for availability of carpooling: Dubuque County 563-556-6745, Jackson County 563-652-3783, Jones County 319-481-7987

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Special Events