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Oct 10

Empire-Sauk Chapter: Introduction to the World of Seeds Workshop

Throughout the summer and fall, dozens of volunteers take part in seed collecting, an enjoyable and deeply satisfying activity, at many of The Prairie Enthusiasts sites. The Introduction to the World of Seeds Workshop is intended for people new to the world of seeds to get a solid introduction suitable for becoming a seed volunteer with The Prairie Enthusiasts. Registration is $20 for adults and free for anyone under the age of 18 and capped at 25 attendees.

Schurch-Thomson Prairie
8624 Reilly Rd, Barneveld, WI 53507
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Oct 10, 2026 09:00am

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$0.00 - $20.00

Date, Time and Location

Saturday, October 10 - 9:00 a.m. to Noon

Schurch-Thomson Prairie, 8624 Reilly Rd, Barneveld, WI 53507 - MAP HERE


About Schurch-Thomson Prairie

This site is a 193-acre farm in the Military Ridge Prairie Heritage Area with mix of prairie, savanna, woodland, and agricultural fields that provides habitat for several rare and endangered species. It has over 220 species of native plants and supports many butterflies and other prairie insects, as well as rare grassland birds and animals like the badger and bull snake.


In spring, the prairie remnants are covered with tens of thousands of shooting stars, a native prairie wildflower. Continued restoration and management will remove invasive species that threaten the health of the prairie and savanna remnants and restore water quality in the stream that runs through the property.


What to Bring

Wear long pants and bring gardening gloves. Terrain is easily accessible. We recommend bringing bugspray, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and water.


Questions? Contact Event Organizer Scott Fulton at spfulton@gmail.com.

The Prairie Enthusiasts is an accredited land trust with 13 local Chapters in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois. The Prairie Enthusiasts seeks to ensure the perpetuation and recovery of prairies, oak savannas, and associated ecosystems of the Upper Midwest through protection, restoration, and education. To learn more, visit our website at ThePrairieEnthusiasts.org.