Springtime means wildflowers are blooming in the prairie. The Kansas Flint Hills and the tallgrass prairie are home to hundreds of species of native flowers and now is the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy the show.

On Sunday, June 8, the Konza Prairie Biological Station is offering the perfect opportunity to discover the natural beauty of the region at its annual Friends of the Konza Prairie Wildflower Walk, which will be held from 6:30-9:00 p.m. along the Butterfly Hill Trail at the Konza Headquarters. Guided tours of this 1.2-mile trail – an area not often open to the public – will be offered by reservation.

“An evening walk in June on Konza may include a beautiful sunset,” said Dr. Valerie Wright, Education Director for the Konza Environmental Education Program. “For people with interest in prairie wildflowers we have expert guides who can answer your questions.”

Beginning at 6:30 p.m., the Friends of the Konza Prairie will also offer merchandise for sale, including Konza Prairie t-shirts, hats, posters, mugs, and other items.

Cost for the guided tour is $5 per person, with proceeds going to support the Konza Environmental Education Program. Reservations will be taken, beginning Thursday, May 1, by leaving a message with the number in your party at (785) 587-0441. The tour is free to members of the Friends of the Konza Prairie.

For more information, visit the event’s Web page at www.ksu.edu/konza/keep/visit/wildflower.htm or send an email to keepkonza@ksu.edu.