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Published 1/29/26 5:11PM
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Nature Restoration Workdays - One Time Opportunities Every Weekend with The Forest Preserve!

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Wheaton, IL
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    Usually 2-3 hours
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Environment & Sustainability
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Age Requirement:
    8+
    Other Requirements:
    Dress for the weather in clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty. Complete waiver form.

    Description

    Nature Restoration Workdays - One Time Opportunities Every Weekend with The Forest Preserve!

    Enjoy Volunteering Outdoors Year-Round, one day at time with no long-term commitments!

    Pick dates that work with your schedule!

    Do you have a busy schedule? Find it hard to commit to giving more than a couple hours at a time? Try a Restoration Workday that fits your schedule!

    Activities take place year-round and include brush cutting, seed collecting, planting, etc. Volunteer side by side with a site steward who knows the land. You'll receive direction and equipment to use during your workday.

    What you need to do:

    • Visit http://www.dupageforest.org and click THINGS TO DO -CALENDAR OF EVENTS - REGISTER FOR A PROGRAM
    • Filter by the word volunteer
    • Pick a date, location and register
    • Dress for the weather, bring along bug spray, sunscreen, a beverage then get ready for a productive workday!
    • Adhere to safety guidelines communicated during the workday.
    • It's just that easy!

    Dig In and volunteer with us!! Get to know other people who enjoy volunteering outdoors or get a group together and enjoy the camaraderie while helping your local natural spaces.

    *This opportunity is not available for Court-ordered Community Service.

    Location

    On-site

    various forest preserve locations throughout DuPage County (Illinois)

    Wheaton, Illinois, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

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