Kothenbeutel Heritage Prairie Workday (Sheffield)

Kothenbeutel Land Ambassador Workday

Join Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation’s Land Ambassadors for a spring brush removal workday and help native prairie thrive!

Land Ambassadors are passionate volunteers committed to preserving the health of INHF properties in their communities. They monitor wildlife, remove invasive plant species, and restore the land’s natural beauty.

WHAT TO EXPECT

We'll use various hand tools (handsaws or loppers) to manually cut invasive or unwanted brush, chemically treating every stump we cut. No prior experience necessary! Instructions will be provided onsite, but you can view a how-to video ahead of time here.

*Interested in volunteering? Navigate to the bottom of the page and click "sign-up" to register

NEEDED ATTIRE & EQUIPMENT

• Sturdy, closed-toe shoes or hiking boots
• Long pants and layers. You may be working with thorny plants so sturdy clothes that can withstand rips (or you don't mind ripping) are encouraged.
• Work gloves (Leather is best - we'll have some extras if needed)
• Water bottle
• Feel free to bring other desired items like a hiking stick, binoculars, field guide and/or camera, if you like!

OTHER DETAILS

• The terrain will be uneven; Volunteers are encouraged to work at their own pace and comfort level.
• Work will involve bending or stooping, some lifting
• All tools will be provided.
• There is no restroom on site (A gas station is two miles west)
• Please arrive early to park and check-in
• You will be asked to acknowledge a liability waiver when you register

ABOUT KOTHENBEUTEL HERITAGE PRAIRIE

Kothenbeutel Prairie is a 40-acre native prairie preserve approximately twenty miles south of Mason City. Featuring over 200 plant species and a diverse array of wildlife, it provides a glimpse of what much of Iowa's landscape was once like. INHF purchased the prairie from Daryl Kothenbeutel, who operated a business selling prairie seed, when he retired in 2005. INHF has owned and stewarded the land ever since.

DIRECTIONS

Kothenbeutel Heritage Prairie is located in northern Franklin County approximately 20 miles south of Mason City. Hikers may park along the road on 240th St. west of Thrush Ave.

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QUESTIONS

Contact Volunteer Land Ambassador, Caitlin Golle, at caitlin.golle@gmail.com or (641)530-7617.

 Commitment to Diversity

INHF is committed to ensuring that its policies, practices, and systems are free of barriers, emphasize the value of diversity, and promote full participation to ensure dignity, respect, and equal access for all.

sign up Saturday 5/24/2025 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM