Wegerzyn Gardens MetroParks actively promotes landscaping with native plants in balance with traditional garden selections to inspire visitors. Come volunteer alongside staff and volunteers as you help with this important conservation project!
Impact
Protecting open space and natural areas is a priority for Five Rivers MetroParks, which protects nearly 16,000 acres of land — 90 percent of it in its natural state. Conservation volunteers are a part of our regional conservation story by assisting in implementing a variety of natural area management plans.
Tasks
Under the supervision of the assigned staff, volunteers will support and assist with the following:
- A recurring opportunity to join our conservation efforts at Wegerzyn. Tasks could include removing invasive species, implementing tree stakes & cages to protect young native trees, planting new trees and shrubs, or other conservation-related tasks.
Eligibility
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This opportunity is open to the following volunteers: Long-Term, Short-Term, Adults. Learn more about our types of service here.
Additional Notes
- Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark. Project work will primarily take place at the newly acquired Foxton Court property. Staff will reach out prior to the shift with specific parking and meeting location details—please keep an eye on your email. As always, look for the “Volunteer Event” signage when you arrive.
- Cancelation: If you need to cancel a shift at the last minute or are running late, please call staff lead Payton Johnson at 513-292-8303.
- Environment & Physical Demands: This project takes place outdoors. Please be aware of outdoor exposure risks (i.e., sun, poison ivy, insects, etc.). Volunteers should be aware of seasonal allergies (i.e., grass, pollen, bees, etc.), and can expect to participate in frequent walking, kneeling, bending, and working off-trail in uneven terrain, tall grass, or thick vegetation.
- Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather, wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, and have their favorite work gloves, water bottle, sunscreen, and bug spray.
Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Conservation Volunteer Position Description for more detailed information.
