The makeover of the Timberwolf Trail is underway. One of the next steps of enhancing the trial and outdoor learning area is the addition of a butterfly garden. Working with Mr. Joe Meyer (coordinator of the Laudato Si Project ttp://www.laudatosiproject.com/), much time was spent planning and preparing for the events of this week. Much more planning and preparation ahead as we continue the project with a a partial prairie restoration.
Mr. Meyer visited the kindergarteners this week to talk about the importance of prairies, We learned about the absolute power immense prairie plant roots,
the butterflies that are crucial to prairies and will be frequent visitors to our garden,
and the animals that once roamed the prairies of Wisconsin.
Each class had a section of time available to do some prairie plat planting. We were lucky enough to release our newest friend as well.
Once outside, Mr. Meyer showed us some tips and tricks to getting our plants in the ground. Then, it was planting time!
We don't forget about the cleanup either.
The end result is a beautiful beginning to what is sure to be a bright and butterfly-filled future.
Over the next few weeks, nature kindergarteners will continue taking care of the growing garden by watering and bordering the garden with rocks. We will also be learning more specifics about the diverse plants that we planted.
Let the learning (and growing) thrive!
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