Meet at the Native Seed Garden (Near Maintenance Compound).

It is time to harvest seeds! Join us for a celebration of native seeds!! As we strive to improve native biodiversity within the parks.

Registering is required via sign-up.com.  Events start at 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Participants will learn to identify native plants in their seed stage, and how to harvest and clean native seeds in a sustainable way within the desert ecosystems of Maricopa County’s regional parks.

The initiative to harvest native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration.  These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the local environment. To learn more about the Parks Desert Defender Program, click here: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desert-defenders/

Please bring work gloves, water, and a snack.  Wear long-sleeved shirt, pants, and closed-toed shoes.

Participants must be 13 years or older to participate in these events, if you are 13-16, you will need parental supervision.

Note:  If less than three people register for each event, we reserve the right to cancel at least one day before.  If Canceled, email notification will go to the registrants.

To register, please click on the link https://signup.com/go/eVaaRHR