Johnson Nature Preserve
7 acres, 10840 Deerfield Road
- Johnson Nature Preserve - The Rebirth of a Forest (3mb pdf)
- Johnson Nature Preserve Rebirth Update, August 2006 (2mb pdf)
- Johnson Nature Preserve memorial options
The Johnson Nature Preserve got a new facelift 10 years after the 1999 tornado. A new paver walkway provides easy access to all and invites park visitors to come on in and enjoy the nature. Flower beds with native plants and cedar log benches allow for peaceful enjoyment of the local wildlife and natural setting in this valley of trees. The pergola provides just enough shelter for a small group discussion on nature and forest rebirth.
The recovery plan is to enhance the powerful natural reforestation process by leaving much of the fallen timber in place to provide stabilization of slopes, an enhanced wildlife habitat and to add organic content to the soil of the forest floor. The City is monitoring the recovery and natural reforestation process. The recovery plan will be modified or adapted to achieve the desired result of returning the Johnson Nature Preserve to an urban forest and point of community pride as well as an area for recreation, enjoyment and study for visitors to the preserve.
This 7 acre preserve features:
- walking trail - observe local wildlife
- creek - winding stream is home to many frogs and turtles
- nature area - great environment to learn to admire and respect nature
