Prairie Forb Identification at Touch the Earth Natural Area

Join Saige Sentell, native plant enthusiast and restoration specialist, for an in-the-field forbs identification hike through the prairie habitat at Touch the Earth Natural Area. This guided walk will focus on the wide variety of native prairie forbs that make up the colorful, ecologically rich tapestry of this restored landscape. Whether you’re just beginning to learn plant ID or you’re brushing up on your botanical skills, this hike offers a hands-on opportunity to practice using field characteristics like leaf shape, flower structure, and habitat clues. Saige will highlight species in bloom, discuss their roles in the ecosystem, and offer tips on distinguishing look-alikes in the field.