Walk through the Farmstead's nature trail this spring and you'll observe many changes. Five nodes of interest will be incorporated in the trail. Some areas will focus on education, others offer quiet solitude and the beauty of nature.

A generous donation by the Overland Park Kiwanis Club has enabled us to install "The Repose Area." Take a few minutes to relax on new willow benches and watch birds eating at the feeder. If you are lucky, Beau, the longhorn steer, and Blue Feather, the American bison, may pay you a visit.

A large arbor has been built on the south edge of their pen to allow you a close up view of the two long time residents of the park. Blooming trees, shrubs and wildflowers have been planted to add color and fragrance for your enjoyment.

Beverly's Butterfly Garden was installed last year. This terrific new addition features butterfly plantings, houses and benches. Please join us as this addition grows to include a wind chime garden.

If you would like to make a donation to the improvements in the nature trail please call 913/897-2360.