YV4C Seed Sowing and Native Plant Establishment
Help start the next generation of prairie habitat. Volunteers will assist with spreading native seed and/or transplanting young plants while learning why native species matter for wildlife, soil health, and ecosystem resilience. Staff will share how restoration crews plan and establish new plantings in addition to helping you design a native garden.
Are you a young adult ages 15-21 who enjoys the outdoors? Join the Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) program to explore Dane County Parks while building real-world conservation skills. Participants will contribute to habitat restoration efforts and gain exposure to career pathways in natural resources across southern Wisconsin.
Date/Time:
- Saturday, March 28 from 1 pm to 3 pm
Location:
These workdays vary with location.
- Lussier Family Heritage Center. 3101 Lake Farm Rd, Madison, WI 53711. We will be meeting in the Heritage Room, which is the large room to your right when you enter the Heritage center.
How to Prepare:
Have Completed:
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Background Check: Must be completed and passed. To provide permission, please log in to MyImpact.
- Dane County Parks Volunteer Waiver (Under 22): To complete waiver, please log into MyImpact.
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Behavior and Conduct Policy: This will be provided on your first volunteer day. Please read and sign the agreement at that time.
What to Know:
- In case of cancellation, a notification will be made via email and/or phone to participants who have signed up.
- Participants should be comfortable traversing uneven terrain
- No experience is needed. All tools and training provided.
What to Wear & Bring:
- Please dress for the weather.
- Bring a water bottle. Snacks will be provided.
Questions?
- Grace Coleman, Youth Conservation Coordinator: Dane County Parks
- (608) 228-2590 parksvolunteer@danecounty.gov
