Dakota County Parks

General Description

Our volunteers have had a busy fall season collecting seeds from our native prairies and now we need your help to prep and clean the seed for next year’s programs. This can be repetitive work (don't worry, we will make it fun!) but is so important to our natural resources programs. Bring a friend or make a new one and help us prep for next year's spring growing season.

Location 

Lebanon Hills Regional Park – Maintenance Facility & Greenhouse 

740 Cliff Road

Eagan, MN 55123

(Map and Driving Directions)

Date/Time

November 3,10,17

9-11 a.m.  

November 5,12

2-4 p.m.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Help county staff clean and prepare seed for the next growing season by species and origin.
• Help sort cleaned seed and package up for winter storage. 
• Comfortable with repetitive and meticulous work.

Minimum Time Commitment

2 hours

Activity Level

Mild - May include walking short distances over relatively level terrain. Periods of standing or sitting will be required. Activities will mostly occur in a controlled environment such as an indoor office setting.

Accessibility: This activity accommodates all ages and abilities. Seating is available for those who will need it. Building and event space is accessibility friendly.

Required Training

County staff will take you through a quick training onsite during the event.

Contact Information

Garrett Zaffke | Community Relations and Volunteer Services Coordinator

Dakota County Communications

1590 Highway 55| Hastings, MN 55033

Direct: (651) 438-4635 | Fax: (651) 438-4405 | Email: garrett.zaffke@co.dakota.mn.us