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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - November 2025

As the weather cools, there's still plenty to do and explore in your MetroParks. Did you know MetroParks has a Mobile App that can be your field guide to our parks and trails? Learn more about our OuterSpatial app here and get out and explore your parks this season! Get in the holiday spirit while giving back with Five Rivers MetroParks this season! Volunteer opportunities for the Aullwood Winter Luminary Walk and Christmas on the Farm are now available on Get Connected. Indoor and outdoor volunteer opportunities are still available - join us indoors at the 2nd Street Market or outdoors in the gardens, on the trails, or in the barn at the Carriage Hill Riding Center. This is a beautiful time of year to support your parks.

FEATURE: Celebrating our Amazing Volunteers!

As we enter the season of gratitude, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to every volunteer who helped make this year and this event season unforgettable.

Volunteer Appreciation: Holiday Magic Returns to the 2nd Street Market!

As an extra special thank you to our volunteers who supported us in 2025, we're inviting you to join us at the 2nd Street Market for Holiday Magic - a night of food, shopping, fun, and thanks from Five Rivers MetroParks.

Volunteer Spotlight: Ellen Evans - From Retirement to Riding Center Hero

We are fortunate to have many amazing volunteers at Five Rivers MetroParks, and each month we take time to honor one. This month, we are recognizing Ellen Evans, a dedicated Riding Center volunteer since 2018.

November Volunteer Opportunities: Join us for a variety of indoor and outdoor volunteer opportunities this month. Plus, sign up to support our holiday events!

Get Connected Tech Tip: Meet with a Volunteer Coordinator in Person!

Staff Lead Highlight: Megan Multunas, Equestrian Specialist

Gates to the Secret Garden

Volunteer Appreciation: Claim Your FREE Water Bottle!

Conservation Tip: 5 Simple Ways to Create Habitat this Fall

Follow these simple tips to get your home garden in shape this fall and ready for the winter season while promoting healthy habitats.

FEATURE: Searching for Fall Color? Check Out These MetroParks!

Warm displays of beautiful color, the distinct earthy autumn smell and the crunch of fallen leaves under your feet - fall is perhaps one of the best seasons to explore trees in your MetroParks and neighborhood.

Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - October 2025