I enjoy the occasional excursion through "wild" areas -- that is, relatively unmaintained spots more or less left to nature's devices. Lincoln isn't exactly overflowing with wilderness areas, but there are a few good spots to wander around. Which are your favorites?
My favorite spot close to home is no secret to those of you who have been around this blog for a while. Beal Slough between 40th and 48th Streets is a pleasant place to walk my dog or go exploring with my boys. Sure trucks rumble by not far away on Highway 2, but when the season and weather is right, the cacophony from birds and bugs drowns out the traffic.
More obvious spots include Wilderness Park and the Pioneers Park Nature Center. Hopefully most Lincolnites know about those areas. If you don't, for shame! Get out there and explore.
What other great "wild" areas are there in town that are worth exploring?
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http://springcreekprairie.audubon.org/
Three thumbs up for Spring Creek Prairie.
I always felt like the youth education events they host there were the best in Lincoln, despite the fact that there are never more than 3-4 kids signed up. This feeling was confirmed recently when the lady (Deb) who always leads the events was named the National Audubon Educator of the Year!
http://springcreekprairie.audubon.org/about-us/deb-hauswald-named-audubon-educator-year
It is a hidden gem, IMHO.
I used to walk along Salt Creek in a couple of places:
- limestone trail near 1st & A St.
- There’s a protected wetland here in the corner of Lincoln. Technically, I don’t think you’re allowed to go out there. But, I always left only footprints, picked up trash that had blown into the creek, and didn’t disturb the wildlife. I’ve spotted several deer out there and it’s a beautiful spot.
http://lincoln.ne.gov/city/parks/parksfacilities/wetlands/visitwetlands.htm
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