Bluestem prairie dominates the open country and contains all of the true native grasses and forbs common to this region of Kansas. The historical use of these rangelands has been for grazing, first by bison and elk and now by cattle. A managed grazing lease has been in effect on the major rangeland tracts since 1983.
Crops are planted on about 180 acres through a share cropping agreement. Prescribed burning is conducted on approximately one-half of the rangeland annually.
The prairie and associated woodlands support many species of wildlife. Several small flocks of prairie chickens use the area regularly. Quail, rabbits, turkey, squirrels and deer are common.