7am start (or a little later if you like) We'll collect until 10 or maybe 11, if the heat allows.

Type of Project: Native seed collection – For Conway Library, Woolly Hollow &Toad Suck retired ball field.

We are approaching a time when seeds really begin to ripen. We need to collect Tall Thistle (Robert likes this one), Both species of Penstemon (Foxglove and White Wand), Yellow Crownbeard and begin to harvest Ashy Sunflower. Some of the Meadow Beauty may be ready. I have all these in great abundance in my meadows.

Bring :(if you have them) small loppers or rose snips. If you have a receptacle that you can use for collecting seeds, please bring it. DIY options: clean out a milk jug, ice cream tub, or similar item. Cut an opening in the top for milk jugs or the like, and attach a strap or old belt to it so you can hang it around your frame while you collect. The strap is optional but allows for two-handed work.

No experience is necessary. Field worthy shoes. Tick repellent is advised. We will be walking in tall plants.

This sort of activity is weather dependent, so cancellation and rescheduling could be necessary. I would PAY to be rained out for another day – but it’s unlikely. We’ll probably just have heat.

NiTs are WELCOME and ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!!!!!

Directions: 35.278763,-93.063873

From Conway, take I-40 West to Exit 84 and turn right on Bradley Cove Road (you will pass a large Flying J truck-stop on the right), approximately 1.5 miles, (across from a brand new Dollar General) turn right on Old Cove Road.
On Old Cove Rd, the 1st possible turn on the left is a neighbor. Left side turns #2 and #3 are both Larry’s. Use the 3rd turn in on your left (metal gate), this leads to Larry's Barn. The Pollinator Habitat sign marks #2 entry. The 3rd entry is about 300ft past #2, and leads to the barn.

Questions: Text or email Laurie Gaines 479-216-0609 lauriegaines357@gmail.com
Carpool from Morrilton avail - call Laurie