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Prairie Seed Harvest – Land Steward Work Day
October 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Join us for a Prairie Seed Harvest, a special Quarterly Earth Day, Land Steward Work Day!
Fall is the season of seeds! Join us on Saturday, October 12th from 10am to Noon at the Aldo Leopold Nature Center to harvest native prairie flower seeds – this is our last Land Steward Work Day of the year. Following a seed harvesting demonstration, where we’ll discuss why we harvest, how we harvest, and identify the specific species to harvest, it’s your turn to trek through the prairie, collecting flower seeds. We’ll close the event by gathering around a fall fire, connecting through conversation with a cup of warm cider.
This family-friendly land stewardship event is geared towards all ages. Spend a crisp fall morning outside, connecting with one another and the land, as well as this important source of life in the prairie, seeds!
Registration is strongly encouraged.
This free event is sponsored by MESBA, the Monona East Side Business Alliance, and the Aldo Leopold Nature Center. Special thanks to Quercus Land Stewardship for leading the harvest and processing the prairie seeds.
Examples of Land Steward Work Day projects include:
- Cutting honeysuckle and other unwanted brush
- Mulching trails
- Pulling garlic mustard and other invasive species
- Transplanting wildflowers
- Collecting and labeling seeds
- Picking up litter
Volunteers should meet at 10am in the maple field, near the Children’s shack, for an orientation. Work days typically take place rain or shine, although they may be modified or cancelled depending on the project and conditions. Basic tools and supplies will be provided. Please bring water bottles and wear work clothes appropriate for the weather. Access to facilities for restrooms and water refills will be available.
These work projects involve physical tasks geared towards older kids and adults. Younger children are welcome to attend/observe at the discretion of their guardian. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Groups of 5 or more should inquire with alnc@aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org to ensure we are able to accommodate your group.
Please contact us at (608) 221-0404 or at alnc@aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org for more information.
