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American Gothic House Center

Blue Wing Marsh

Cardinal Wildlife Area
DeVol Area
Eddyville Sand Prairie
Garrison Rock
Gray Eagle Wildlife
Johnson / Noel Buckeye Wildlife
Map
McNeese Wildlife Area
Pioneer Ridge Nature Area
Rock Bluff Park
Sycamore Natural Area

BLUE WING MARSH 

Blue Wing Marsh Sign
Blue Wing Marsh Map
Blue Wing Marsh Ducks
Blue Wing Marsh Spider Web
Blue Wing Marsh

General Description:Bluewing marsh is a square 40 acre grassland that includes a 6 acre wetland on the north end. The area is located along a dirt road so access is somewhat limited depending on road conditions. The grassland consists of mixed prairie grasses and forbs. The 6 acre seasonal wetland is an excellent resting place for migrating waterfowl during the fall and spring. Many species of ground nesting birds can be found throughout the restored grassland

Location: Eastern Wapello County, 1 mile north of Hwy. 34 on 20th Ave. and a 1/2 mile east on 85th st. This area is a 1/2 mile west of the Wapello/Jefferson line located off a dirt road.

Acres = 40

Recreational Activities: Upland and Waterfowl Hunting, Wildlife Viewing, Photography

Classification: Natural Environment Area, Wildlife Area

Acquired: 2008

 

Our mission: To create awareness of our natural environment
by providing quality outdoor experiences. (June 1995)