Hills & Dales MetroPar offers a historical urban forest that has been a natural refuge for Daytonians since 1907. Your participation in a Service Saturday volunteer service project allows MetroParks to continue its mission to protect the region's natural heritage and provide outdoor experiences that inspire a personal connection with nature.
Impact
To preserve this diversity of habitats, parklands are carefully managed to preserve and protect native plant and animal communities of the Miami Valley. Non-native invasive species, such as honeysuckle, compete with or eliminate native plant species and are controlled with mowing, and, in some cases, controlled treatment with herbicides. Volunteer support helps to expand our efforts in protecting our region's natural heritage.
Tasks
Under the supervision of the assigned staff, support and assist with the following:
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removing invasive species, such as honeysuckle, from the Twin Oak Camp at Hills & Dales MetroPark.
Additional Notes
- This is a Public Volunteer Opportunity. Learn more about our types of service here.
- This opportunity is ages 14 and older.
- Environment & Physical Demands: be aware of outdoor risks such as poison ivy, insects, seasonal allergies, and extended exposure to sun. Volunteers can expect to participate in standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects up to 15 pounds.
- Meeting/Parking Instructions: click here for a map of Hills & Dales MetroPark. Volunteers should park and meet staff at Twin Oak Camp located at 2655 S. Patterson Blvd., Kettering, OH 45409, and look for 'Volunteer Event' signage.
See Conservation Volunteer Position Description for more detailed information.
