Birds & Blooms at Chesney Prairie – Saturday, July 11th, 2026
Northwest Arkansas Audubon Society will host a field trip to Chesney Prairie Natural Area near Siloam Springs on Saturday, July 11th, at 8:00 AM. Chesney is an 82-acre grassland preserve managed by the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission. It represents a precious remnant of the much larger historic Lindsley Prairie that once comprised 20-25 square miles. We can expect native prairie birds like Dickcissel and Scissor-tailed Flycatcher as well as the possibly of Painted Bunting. We'll also take in the native summer flora like Blazing Star, Rattlesnake Master, and various attending pollinating insects. Meet at 8:00 AM at the entrance to Chesney Prairies Natural Area (GPS: 36.218533, -94.4826207). The trip will consist of a flat 1-mile loop walk on mowed grass trails. We expect to spend about two hours moving slowly to take everything in, but attendees are free to come and go as they please. Chiggers and ticks are minimized on the paths by mowing, but insect repellant is still recommended, as well as water and sun protection.
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