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Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
A view from Kings Creek Trail during the waning hours of a summer evening.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
The midway point of Kings Creek Trail.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
One of the many low-lying open meadows at the Konza Prairie.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
The setting sun surrenders over the Konza Prairie.
Garric Baker
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08/05/2017
The trailhead bridge.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
A suspended bridge crossing the creek. Guests are encouraged to stay on marked trails only.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
A small outdoor amphitheater at the location of the old farmstead.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
A stone outbuilding hides in the overgrowth.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
Remnants of the old farmstead still remain, including the old well pump and stone barn.
Garric Baker
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08/05/2017
Late afternoon sun peering through the trees.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
One of the many research plots located along Kings Creek Trail.
Garric Baker
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08/05/2017
Another open meadow.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
The prairie comes to life in late spring following annual burns. Green grasses and stunning wildflowers take over the rolling hills.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
The setting sun over the Konza Prairie.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
Bison can be seen grazing across the distant hills.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
Calling coyotes and gobbling turkeys can be heard echoing through the hills during different seasons throughout the year.
Garric Baker
Photo Date:
08/05/2017
Early morning and evening make for the perfect time to witness the beauty of the Flint Hills.