YV4C Dane Demo Farm Soil & Conservation Workday
Volunteers will contribute to ongoing conservation efforts at Dane County demonstration farm in the Sugar River Wildlife, exploring how agriculture and environmental stewardship work together to protect soil and water resources. Youth will engage in hands-on activities including a rainfall simulator demonstration and soil sampling to better understand how different land management practices affect water infiltration, runoff, and soil health. If time allows, volunteers may also participate in infiltration testing to deepen their understanding of how conservation practices improve water movement through soil.
Date/Time:
- Wednesday, July 1 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location:
- Lussier Family Heritage Center at 3101 Lake Farm Rd, Madison, WI 53711
- We will meet at the Heritage Center and travel to the Demo Farm in a Dane County Parks Van.
How to Prepare:
Step One: Create an Account in MyImpact (one time process)
- Account application and waiver for 18+ click here.
- Account application and waiver for those under 18 click here (requires parent signature)
Step 2: Must complete all waivers before signing up!
These are all locate at the bottom of the page under “my profile” – find each section below and complete
- DCP/LFHC Transportation Permission - must click “I agree to the above statement”
- DCP/LFHC Background Check (must be renewed yearly) - must click “I agree to the above statement”
- YV4C Behavior Agreement – sign and submit the agreement
Step 3: Sign up for events!
After you've created an account and filled out all necessary waivers, you can sign up for a shift here
What to Know:
- In case of cancellation, a notification will be made via email and/or phone to participants who have signed up.
- No experience is needed. All tools and training provided.
What to Wear & Bring:
- Please dress appropriately for the weather, including a brimmed hat
- Please bring sunscreen and bug spray
- Please bring a water bottle. Snacks will be provided.
Questions?
- Grace Coleman, Youth Conservation Coordinator: Dane County Parks
- (608) 228-2590 parksvolunteer@danecounty.gov
