Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain

Event Description

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and help the desert grow!

Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay, soil or compost, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets.

This hands-on activity supports ecological restoration and helps give native plants a better chance to take root in the landscape. To learn more about the Maricopa County Parks Desert Defenders Program, visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desert-defenders/.

Please bring water and a snack. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, or bring an apron. Activities will take place both indoors and outdoors near the nature center.

Families are encouraged to participate! Parents or guardians must remain present with minors, and this activity is recommended for participants ages 5 and up.