Oakwood Township near Bruce in Brookings County, South Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Bur Oak
Station 6
— Tetonkaha Trail —
October 15, 2023
1. Station 6 Marker
Inscription.
Bur Oak. Station 6. The cluster of oak trees at this rest spot are representative of the trees that gave Oakwood Lakes its name. In 1870, Samuel "Spot" Mortimer, sold oak trees from his land to other settlers for building their homes. Oak logs were prized for their durability. Some of the oaks were said to be three feet in diameter., Bur Oak, Most of the remaining oak trees in the park are second and third generation trees. The bur oak is easily recognized by its large, deeply indented leaves and rough bark. In the fall, acorns borne in one-half inch deep protective cups are abundant. Examine one of the cups with an acorn in it and note the fringed edge. Does it have a mossy appearance? Some people call it "mossy cup oak". The acorns attract deer, raccoons, squirrels and other animals.
The cluster of oak trees at this rest spot are representative of the trees that gave Oakwood Lakes its name. In 1870, Samuel "Spot" Mortimer, sold oak trees from his land to other settlers for building their homes. Oak logs were prized for their durability. Some of the oaks were said to be three feet in diameter.
Bur Oak
Most of the remaining oak trees in the park are second and third generation trees. The bur oak is easily recognized by its large, deeply indented leaves and rough bark. In the fall, acorns borne in one-half inch deep protective cups are abundant. Examine one of the cups with an acorn in it and note the fringed edge. Does it have a mossy appearance? Some people call it "mossy cup oak". The acorns attract deer, raccoons, squirrels and other animals. (Marker Number 6.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1870.
Location. 44° 26.985′ N, 96° 59.57′ W. Marker is near Bruce, South Dakota, in Brookings County. It is in Oakwood Township. Marker can be reached from Oakwood Drive, 1.7 miles north of 204th Street (County Highway 6). Located in Oakwood State Park (fee area), along the Tetonkaha Trail on Scout Island. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 20247 Oakwood Dr, Bruce SD 57220, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 3, 2023. This page has been viewed 48 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on December 3, 2023.
