Trip Leader: Brian Jorg –Cincinnati Zoo curator of the native plant farm

Bowyer Farm was willed to the zoo in 1995. At the time, the 529-acre farm was given with the guideline that it could never be developed unless it is to further the mission of the Zoo.

The farm is now 600+ acres and includes: wetland restoration, native plant sales and propagation, beekeeping, animal feed harvesting, cheetah run area, sun and sheep farming. The farm grows many species of native plants and hosts annual plant sales, along with offering “The Zoos Best Plans for Pollinators” line that can be purchased from various nurseries.

The wetland is a place to find hundreds of native plants and learn about the importance of wetland ecosystems, along with bird watching. Brian Jorg will present an informal presentation during the tour. Attendees need to bring water and be prepared for physical activity and check the weather and be prepared for the outdoor activity.

We will meet at picnic shelter overlooking the wetland by the barn at 10AM

Meeting Location:
2210 Mason Montgomery Road
Mason, OH 45040
Meet at picnic shelter overlooking the wetland by the barn.