Volunteer: Get Outdoors! Join us for a Natural Resources restoration workday!Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. Register online or at 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more). For workday locations and dates visit Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's online Calendar of Events (These opportunities are not available for court-ordered community service). Organization: Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. Register online or at 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more). For workday locations and dates visit Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's online Calendar of Events (These opportunities are not available for court-ordered community service). Organization: Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 60189 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Get Outdoors! Plan a group workday for your organization or corporation!Team building and camaraderie happen naturally in the outdoors. Contact us to coordinate a fun and productive group workday for your organization or corporation. Groups of 5 - 30 can assist with clean-up projects, de-littering, gardening and restoration projects including buckthorn removal, brush cutting, seed planting, seed collection, weeding, mulching and more. Complete a Group Volunteering Interest Form to get started. Questions? Contact the volunteer office 630-933-7233 or volunteer@dupageforest.org Organization: Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Team building and camaraderie happen naturally in the outdoors. Contact us to coordinate a fun and productive group workday for your organization or corporation. Groups of 5 - 30 can assist with clean-up projects, de-littering, gardening and restoration projects including buckthorn removal, brush cutting, seed planting, seed collection, weeding, mulching and more. Complete a Group Volunteering Interest Form to get started. Questions? Contact the volunteer office 630-933-7233 or volunteer@dupageforest.org Organization: Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 60189 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Complete your Volunteer Application Today! 12 Volunteer Programs - One is right for you!Visit Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's website (https://www.dupageforest.org/get-involved/volunteer) and learn more about our programs or call 630-933-7233. Some programs require a weekly or monthly commitment and others are flexible. Join us and enjoy some camaraderie and the great outdoors! (These opportunities are not available for court-ordered community service) CURRENT GREATEST NEEDS FOR VOLUNTEERS are bolded below: Danada Equestrian Center (Wheaton) - Care for horses by helping with daily feeding and stable chores DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center (Glen Ellyn) - Support the care and rehabilitation of injured or orphaned wildlife Fullersburg Woods Nature Education Center (Oak Brook) - Engage visitors in seasonal programs and hands-on nature activities Graue Mill and Museum (Oak Brook) - Lead tours and demonstrate 1850s artisan techniques for visitors Kline Creek Farm (West Chicago) - Dress in period clothing and assist staff in demonstrating life on an 1890's farm Mayslake Peabody Estate (Oak Brook) - Help interpret the history of the mansion or care for the estate's historic gardens Natural Resources (District-wide) - Restore prairies, wetlands, and woodlands by monitoring wildlife and improving habitats Special Services (District-wide) - Lend a hand at special events and programs throughout the preserves St James Farm (Warrenville) - Share cultural and natural history of the site with visitors Trail Watch (District-wide) - Walk or bike the trails, engage trail-users and report issues to staff Visitor Engagement (District-wide) - Assist with educational programs that connect the community to nature Volunteer Ranger Program (District-wide) - Support recreational programs and assist at volunteer workdays Organization: Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Visit Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's website (https://www.dupageforest.org/get-involved/volunteer) and learn more about our programs or call 630-933-7233. Some programs require a weekly or monthly commitment and others are flexible. Join us and enjoy some camaraderie and the great outdoors! (These opportunities are not available for court-ordered community service) CURRENT GREATEST NEEDS FOR VOLUNTEERS are bolded below: Danada Equestrian Center (Wheaton) - Care for horses by helping with daily feeding and stable chores DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center (Glen Ellyn) - Support the care and rehabilitation of injured or orphaned wildlife Fullersburg Woods Nature Education Center (Oak Brook) - Engage visitors in seasonal programs and hands-on nature activities Graue Mill and Museum (Oak Brook) - Lead tours and demonstrate 1850s artisan techniques for visitors Kline Creek Farm (West Chicago) - Dress in period clothing and assist staff in demonstrating life on an 1890's farm Mayslake Peabody Estate (Oak Brook) - Help interpret the history of the mansion or care for the estate's historic gardens Natural Resources (District-wide) - Restore prairies, wetlands, and woodlands by monitoring wildlife and improving habitats Special Services (District-wide) - Lend a hand at special events and programs throughout the preserves St James Farm (Warrenville) - Share cultural and natural history of the site with visitors Trail Watch (District-wide) - Walk or bike the trails, engage trail-users and report issues to staff Visitor Engagement (District-wide) - Assist with educational programs that connect the community to nature Volunteer Ranger Program (District-wide) - Support recreational programs and assist at volunteer workdays Organization: Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Organization Requirement: >13 years old Zip Code: 60189 Allow Groups: No |