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Imagine yourself in a world where every single morning you wake up to go to work and that work entails going into battle to expel trespassers from the small section of land you claim as your own. And all this just for the chance to pass on your DNA. Thus is the daily ritual for the Greater Prairie Chicken.. read more about the greater prairie chicken experience.

Prairie Rose Adventures is taking reservations for its observation blind during March & April 2009. Viewing of the sacred prairie chicken dance is at the peak during the months of March & April. Chickens may be observed in February and May as well. The blind will accomodate 3 people plus the guide.

Registration/Fee:

• A minimum of 2 weeks notice is required.
• $75/person with a continental breakfast
• $50/person with no breakfast
• A $20 non-refundable deposit is required

What to expect:
Plan to meet at least 1 1/2 hours before the sunrise in order to enter the blind before the birds arrive and remain in the blind until the birds have flushed from the lek - as late as 9:00am. (Arrangements can be made for the guide to pick your group up in the neighboring towns.). You must be able to walk 1/4 mile cross-country.

Suggested items to bring:

• water-proof boots for walking through dew-covered grass
• camera & video camera - they are that close!
• flashlight

To reserve your spot to view the Greater Prairie Chickens or for more information, call 620-481-9547 or email @ mystery_barnowl@yahoo.com)