Watchable Wildlife Site - Stinson Prairie

Stinson Prairie displays diverse plant and animal communities ranging from pothole marsh to dry prairie. The site, however, is small and surrounded by agriculture. This has led to problems with siltation, pesticide drift and invasion of weeds. Nevertheless, nearly 200 plant species can be found here including unique plants like Needle grass, Pasque flower, Downy gentian, Rattlesnake master, and others. This site was purchased from Minnie and Emma Stinson in 1969.