Native Seed Collecting
Schedule
Sat Oct 11 2025 at 08:00 am to 11:00 am
Location
Dayton Bluffs Preserve | Ottawa, IL
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The Conservation Foundation (TCF) will be collecting native prairie seeds during their upcoming monthly workdays at Dayton Bluffs Preserve in Ottawa. Volunteers from Plainfield and the Plainfield Park District are invited to help collect select species for both the preserve and to bring back for ecological restoration efforts in Plainfield Park District natural areas.
Plainfield volunteers will be guided by TCF staff or a volunteer to learn the best practices of seed collecting and plant identification. If you have never visited Dayton Bluffs, you are encouraged to stay afterwards and explore the 250 acres of woodlands, ravines and created prairies.
Details:
Dates: Saturdays September 13 and October 11
Time: 8:00 – 11:00 AM, but you can leave when needed
Location: Dayton Bluffs Preserve, 2997 Route 71, Ottawa. Please note that some maps are inaccurate. The site entrance is south of I-80, on the west side of the road, and across from N. 30th Road.
Dayton Bluffs Entrance
Plainfield volunteers may drop off seeds at 23729 W. Ottawa St, Plainfield at our Recreation Administration building for future use in restoration projects.
Wear: Dress for the weather and for being off-trail (sturdy shoes, socks, long pants, sun protection).
Bring: Paper bags or containers for collecting (mason-jar or small bucket size)
Questions: Please call Renae if you have any questions. 630-428-4500, Ext. 159
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Where is it happening?
Dayton Bluffs Preserve, 2997 North Route 71,Ottawa, Illinois, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: