Spiderwort Seed Collection
Event Dates
- Friday, 07/07/2023 8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Event Description
Sign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/oHmXtJB
It’s that time of year again – time to start collecting seed from various prairie plants that have flowered and gone to seed. This is a great way to experience the beauty of prairie plants up close and learn about a diverse range of plant species and the wildlife that utilizes them for food and habitat. All of the seed collected will get processed and cleaned to then be seeded on future restored prairies, wetlands, oak savannas, and woodlands.
You do not need to be experienced in plant ID or have any prior knowledge of seed collection - we will have an overview of each species we'll be collecting. Children are welcome to attend if accompanied by an adult chaperone. Volunteer groups (students or other) need to contact Shane directly to register and talk over logistics.
What to bring: Bring drinking water, sunscreen, bug spray, gloves, a hat, and a snack, if desired. Wear closed toed shoes and breathable clothes you don’t mind working in – long sleeves and pants are recommended. We will provide all collecting materials.
For further questions contact:
Shane Otto (608) 575-0396 otto.shane@danecounty.gov
Lars Higdon (608) 286-9497 higdon.lars@danecounty.gov
Claire Lamberg (608) 516-3703 lamberg.claire@danecounty.gov
Location
Sign up Required
Meeting Details (**two-part location- meeting and collection sites are different**):
The collection site has a very tiny parking area. We will plan to meet and park at a different site down the road, then carpool over to the collection site. If you have different driving needs/are unable to carpool, please call Lars/ Shane to figure out a solution.
- **Meeting Location - MEET at 8:40am SHARP to carpool to collection site** If you arrive later than 8:45, we cannot promise another carpool option or parking location at our collection site. Harvey's Marsh Waterfowl Production Area: Brooklyn WI (off HWY 14). Note: the road leading to the HMWPA is unmarked, and shares a driveway with a private residence. Stay right to continue on the dirt road to head down to the parking area.
- Collection Site:
- Lund Waterfowl Production Area (no parking available - carpool only)
Contact
Shane Otto, otto.shane@danecounty.gov/ (608) 575-0396Categories: Health & Fitness, Parks, Volunteer