by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Sep 8, 2026
Seed Collecting at Mounds View Grassland
Thursday, October 1 – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Mounds View Grassland in Barneveld, WI
We will be collecting prairie seed that will be used for restoration projects at various sites managed by The Prairie Enthusiasts. We may clean/process seed if it is too windy or wet to collect.
WHAT TO BRING:
Long pants, water, and hat. If you have hand pruners, bring them, otherwise they will be provided.
WORK PARTY LEADER:
For questions and to RSVP, contact Rob Baller at (cell) (608) 370-9064 or (robertballer@outlook.com). If you can help, please contact Rob the evening before the confirm.
DIRECTIONS:
Meet at Schurch-Thomson Prairie (8624 Reilly Road, Barneveld, WI). MAP HERE
From the intersection of US Hwy 18-151 and County F (south of Blue Mounds in western Dane County), take F approximately 5 miles south. Turn right onto Reilly Road, proceed to parking lot and kiosks at the end of the road (past the barn). (Note: A half mile down F from 18-151, pay close attention to the road signs, for F turns to the right & the straight-ahead road becomes County Z. Stay on F.)
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Sep 8, 2026
Seed Collecting at Mounds View Grassland
Thursday, September 24 – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Mounds View Grassland in Barneveld, WI
We will be collecting prairie seed that will be used for restoration projects at various sites managed by The Prairie Enthusiasts. We may clean/process seed if it is too windy or wet to collect.
WHAT TO BRING:
Long pants, water, and hat. If you have hand pruners, bring them, otherwise they will be provided.
WORK PARTY LEADER:
For questions and to RSVP, contact Rob Baller at (cell) (608) 370-9064 or (robertballer@outlook.com). If you can help, please contact Rob the evening before the confirm.
DIRECTIONS:
Meet at Schurch-Thomson Prairie (8624 Reilly Road, Barneveld, WI). MAP HERE
From the intersection of US Hwy 18-151 and County F (south of Blue Mounds in western Dane County), take F approximately 5 miles south. Turn right onto Reilly Road, proceed to parking lot and kiosks at the end of the road (past the barn). (Note: A half mile down F from 18-151, pay close attention to the road signs, for F turns to the right & the straight-ahead road becomes County Z. Stay on F.)
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Sep 8, 2026
Hay Creek Hills Farm Workday
Saturday, November 21 – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Hay Creek Hills Farm in Red Wing, MN
There will be several opportunities this fall to help Wendy Johnson restore remnant bluff prairie and oak savanna at her property near Red Wing.
Chainsaws welcome and needed.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please be prepared. Wendy will have extra water and a few break-time treats, but please bring the following recommended items:
-Long sleeve shirts and pants
-Work boots, gloves, protective eyewear, and any other necessary PPE
-Hand pruners, small hand saw and/or chainsaw (oil, gas)
-Water bottle & snacks
-Tick spray
-Enthusiasm for prairie restoration and camaraderie!
CONTACT:
Please RSVP to Wendy (wendyjohnson2016@gmail.com) so she knows how many people to expect and/or text/call 612-930-9786. Wendy will email details and updates to all those who RSVP about a week before the workday.
LOCATION:
Next to 30817 Hay Creek Hills Dr., Red Wing, MN. Look for event signs when you get close. MAP HERE
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Sep 8, 2026
Hay Creek Hills Farm Workday
Saturday, November 7 – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Hay Creek Hills Farm in Red Wing, MN
There will be several opportunities this fall to help Wendy Johnson restore remnant bluff prairie and oak savanna at her property near Red Wing.
Chainsaws welcome and needed. We’ll also welcome community members from Clean River Partners to work with us!
WHAT TO BRING:
Please be prepared. Wendy will have extra water and a few break-time treats, but please bring the following recommended items:
-Long sleeve shirts and pants
-Work boots, gloves, protective eyewear, and any other necessary PPE
-Hand pruners, small hand saw and/or chainsaw (oil, gas)
-Water bottle & snacks
-Tick spray
-Enthusiasm for prairie restoration and camaraderie!
CONTACT:
Please RSVP to Wendy (wendyjohnson2016@gmail.com) so she knows how many people to expect and/or text/call 612-930-9786. Wendy will email details and updates to all those who RSVP about a week before the workday.
LOCATION:
Next to 30817 Hay Creek Hills Dr., Red Wing, MN. Look for event signs when you get close. MAP HERE
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Sep 8, 2026
Hay Creek Hills Farm Workday
Saturday, October 24 – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Hay Creek Hills Farm in Red Wing, MN
There will be several opportunities this fall to help Wendy Johnson restore remnant bluff prairie and oak savanna at her property near Red Wing.
No chainsaws required for this work party; Due to sensitive bat species of concern that roost during the day April-October in larger trees, there will be no cutting of standing trees with a breast-height diameter greater than 3”.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please be prepared. Wendy will have extra water and a few break-time treats, but please bring the following recommended items:
-Long sleeve shirts and pants
-Work boots, gloves, protective eyewear, and any other necessary PPE
-Hand pruners, small hand saw and/or chainsaw (oil, gas)
-Water bottle & snacks
-Tick spray
-Enthusiasm for prairie restoration and camaraderie!
CONTACT:
Please RSVP to Wendy (wendyjohnson2016@gmail.com) so she knows how many people to expect and/or text/call 612-930-9786. Wendy will email details and updates to all those who RSVP about a week before the workday.
LOCATION:
Next to 30817 Hay Creek Hills Dr., Red Wing, MN. Look for event signs when you get close. MAP HERE
