If you are looking for a place to enjoy nature
and learn about native plants and animals, you
might want to visit Shaw Nature Reserve. Shaw
Nature Reserve is a division of the Missouri
Botanical Garden, and it covers 2,400 acres of
restored Ozark habitat near St. Louis. You can
explore 17 miles of hiking trails, see more than
800 species of plants in the Whitmire Wildflower
Garden, and discover fun activities for kids in
the Nature Explore Classroom. Shaw Nature
Reserve is open year-round, except on some major
holidays, and you can find more information on
their website. Whether you want to relax,
exercise, or learn something new, Shaw Nature
Reserve has something for everyone. |