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Waukesha/Milwaukee County Chapter – Seed Collection at Hartland Marsh

July 16, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Close-up of shooting star wildflowers in full blossom

Photo by The Spruce/Evgeniya Vlasova

The Workday:

Join us for a Seed Collection Outing at the Hartland Marsh with the Ice Age Trail Alliance’s Land Restoration Specialist, Steve Pence! We will be collecting shooting star seeds that will go into the Ice Age Trail Alliance Seed Bank for future restoration projects. This ephemeral spring wildflower once was found growing abundantly throughout open, moist woods and rocky slopes. Unfortunately, shooting stars have suffered declines in both their numbers and natural habitats. The Alliance’s seed collection program is part of their land restoration efforts to re-establish and increase native plants found along the trail.

Work Details:

All tools and training will be provided. Wear long pants and sleeves, work gloves, and sturdy shoes. You will be healthier and happier by bringing a water bottle and insect repellent. If time allows we will continue clearing invasives from the area. Please complete a National Park Service Volunteer Agreement. Download Agreement.

Location Details:

Meet at the Hartland Marsh’s Cottonwood Wayside parking lot.

Contact Details:

Questions? Contact Pat at gpwit1976@gmail.com

 

 

Organizers

Steve Pence, Land Restoration Specialist
Waukesha/Milwaukee County Chapter

Venue

Cottonwood Avenue Hartland
210 Cottonwood Avenue
Hartland, WI 53029 United States
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