Wanderlust Vibin'
Corridor Seed Station
Monarch Flyway Hub
Corridor Seed Station is Wisconsin's first milkweed pod collection hub to compensate local harvesters per pound. In collaboration with Sustainable Monarch, our collection hub scales up native pollinator habitat restoration across the migratory flyway by bridging community science, ecological restoration, and local economic support.
By collecting and processing high-quality milkweed pods locally, we support broader regional conservation initiatives like Sustainable Monarch, turning harvested pods into continuous, vital habitat corridors for monarch butterflies and native pollinators.
1. Harvest Intact Pods
Late Summer - Early Fall
Locate mature milkweed pods in approved, unsprayed foraging spots. Harvest whole, intact pods when seeds inside are ripe and brown.
2. Store & Drop Off
Simple Storage
Store intact pods in breathable bags or boxes until designated drop-off dates. Harvesters do not need to dry, open, or separate seeds - our team handles all post-harvest processing at the hub.
3. Weigh & Get Paid
Drop-Off Day
Bring your intact pods to the collection hub. We weigh your harvest on site and pay harvesters directly per pound, putting funds back into the community while fueling habitat restoration.
Why Collection Matters
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Genetic Adaptability: Locally sourced milkweed species produce resilient plants adapted to our specific soil types and regional climate conditions.
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Corridor Scale: Restoring monarch populations across the flyway requires massive quantities of milkweed. Partnering with broader networks like Sustainable Monarch ensures our community's yield directly powers large-scale restoration projects.
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Community-Driven Conservation: By offering a fair per-pound payout, we support local community members while expanding native pollinator corridors patch by patch.
Ethical Harvesting Reminder: Always leave at least 70% of milkweed pods on wild plants to allow natural re-seeding and support local resident fauna. Never harvest from protected nature reserves without explicit permission.
DROP-OFF
APPLETON, WI
OCONTO, WI
SUAMICO, WI
Fox Valley Area
We do not have an official drop-off location for the valley area, but we are willing to accomodate.
Please contact us to coordinate a drop-off time.
Oconto Riviera
1240 McDonald St.
Oconto, WI 54153
September 22nd | 4-6pm
October 8th | 4-6pm
October 29th | 4-6pm
Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve
2024 Lakeview Dr.
Suamico, WI 54173
September 29th | 4-6pm
October 21st | 4-6pm
Please note: Drop-Off will only be accepted at these locations, on the scheduled dates and times. Both locations are general meeting grounds and are not responsible for the collection process. All questions should be directed to Natalie via call, text, or email.
Phone: (920) 328-5004
Email: wanderlustvibin@gmail.com
Need harvester training?
First time collecting milkweed pods? No problem! Proper harvesting ensures the seeds stay viable and ready to support next season's monarchs. We'll show you how to identify mature pods, harvest without harming the plant, and store them correctly before drop-off.
Send us an email at wanderlustvibin@gmail.com and we will send you the training video and educational materials.