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fringed orchid and other wildflowers appear in greater numbers after
periodic burns. Fire has always been important to the maintenance of
post oak woodlands. |
The Society's goal at Karcher's Post Oak Woods NP is to
protect an old-growth post oak woodland and its associated plants. This
very high-quality natural area has been dedicated as an Illinois Nature
Preserve for the highest degree of long-term protection.
This preserve is located on 40 acres in Hamilton County, near the town
of Dahlgren. Public access is not available at this time.
Stewardship activities for this area include prescribed burning and the
selective removal of exotic and invasive plants in order to maintain
the high quality of this Illinois Natural Areas Inventory site.
 To assist with
stewardship, please note Post Oak Woods on your donation and forward it
to the Illinois Audubon Society, PO Box 2547, Springfield, IL 62708.
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