Led by our Natural Areas Stewardship Committee co-chairs, Kayla Johnson & Glenn Pollock, ASO continues to maintain and improve its two prairie preserves. The Glenn Pollock Prairie, located to the east of the North Omaha Airport, was burned in late fall 2024 to prevent the growth of woody plants and non-native species. Wildflower seeds donated by several people will be planted in the northwest corner of the site, which continues to be a focus for restoration efforts. 

At Cuming City Cemetery, a native Loess Hills prairie located north of Blair, ASO is focused on removing woody species including sumac and dogwood that compete with prairie wildflowers and grasses. ASO has applied for grants to support this work, which requires the use of heavy equipment operated by qualified individuals. 

The Glenn Pollock Prairie now features interpretive signs that will help guide visitors through the prairie and provide more information. ASO members are encouraged to visit both sites, enjoy the wildlife found there, and learn more about Nebraska’s native ecosystems.