Join us for a hand-seeding event at Medford Wildlife Management Area with our friends at Great River Greening.

The Medford WMA in Steele County protects 153 acres next to the Straight River, preserving essential habitats for wildlife, including a nearby threatened species. On this property, we are reclaiming land used for gravel mining and agriculture and restoring it to prairie, native vegetated wetlands, and riparian forests. By safeguarding this land, we help prevent habitat loss, improve water quality, and provide excellent recreational opportunities.

Volunteers will gain valuable insights into prairie ecosystems, restoration efforts, and the diverse wildlife that call these areas home. Your involvement ensures the success of this vital work, and we truly appreciate your dedication to preserving and protecting these beautiful landscapes.

Additional Information

• This is a family-friendly event, and volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. No prior knowledge or experience is necessary, as we will provide the training required.

• Hearty snacks, coffee, and water will be provided. Please bring your own reusable water bottle. Additionally, bring your work/gardening gloves if you have them; if not, they will be provided.

• Volunteers are kindly asked to arrive 10 to 15 minutes prior to the event start time to allow for parking and check-in. Upon check-in, you may be divided into small workgroups and will be oriented to the site and restoration activities by your volunteer supervisor group leader.

• Ensuring the safety of our volunteers is our highest priority. It is important that participants wear close-toed shoes and long sleeves to protect against ticks and scratchy brush. Dressing in layers for the weather is recommended. The event will take place rain or shine.

Accessibility Information

• Parking available

• No bathrooms available

• Taking place outdoors

Sign Up for our Volunteer Corps program!

The Volunteer Corps program is all about getting hands-on and making a difference in our watershed. As a Volunteer Corps member, you can jump into a range of fun activities, like restoration and conservation projects or educational events. Each opportunity is a bit different, giving you the chance to learn new things and grow while helping out in the community. If you care about keeping our water clean and like working with people from different backgrounds in our watershed, joining the Volunteer Corps could be just the thing for you!

Questions?

Contact Heron Mahr (they/them), our Community Engagement Coordinator

Email: heron@cleanriverpartners.org
Phone: (507) 200-0502

Thank you to our event partners and supporters!