Moonlight Seed Harvest with Polk County Conservation
October 24, 2026, 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM (US Central)
INHF and Polk County Conservation welcome you to our annual fall harvest event! Under the light of the setting sun and rising Hunter’s moon, staff and volunteers will collect native prairie seed to be used in future plantings as a way to diversify and expand the tallgrass prairie ecosystem. Collecting seed from plant species ready to harvest for future habitat restoration sites is an effective way to help protect this unique and important habitat. Following the harvest, we’ll gather around a campfire to enjoy a bonfire and s’mores to celebrate autumn in good company under the waxing moon.
In addition to our evening Moonlight Seed Harvest, we are also offering an afternoon harvest session for those who prefer to enjoy a daylight harvest.
A picnic-style meal between afternoon and evening harvest sessions will also be provided for all registered participants. Lawn chairs, blankets, etc. are encouraged. Please ensure that all members of your party are registered for this event in order for each to receive a meal.
- Afternoon harvest: 2 - 4 p.m.
- Picnic dinner: 5 - 5:30 p.m.
- Evening harvest: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
- Bonfire & s'mores: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Registration is required for this free, all ages event. Learn more and register by visiting Polk County Conservation's website.
