- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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46 people are interested
Get outside and make a difference in the Forest Preserves!
ORGANIZATION: Forest Preserves of Cook County
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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46 people are interested
Do you strongly believe that we all have the responsibility to protect and care for the environment. Do you have a passion for ecology? Or, maybe you just like to get away from the noise and hustle of the city and retreat to nature.
The Forest Preserves of Cook County offers countless opportunities for individuals, groups and families to get involved. The great work being done by volunteers year round includes habitat restoration, litter clean-ups, trail patrol, animal & plant monitoring and much more.
To unlock all the ways you can help, please visit www.fpdcc.com and create a volunteer profile. It takes just a minute and will get you well on your way to making an impact in the largest forest preserve district in the country.
More opportunities with Forest Preserves of Cook County
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Forest Preserves of Cook County
Location:
6100 N Central Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646, US
Mission Statement
"to acquire, restore and manage lands for the purpose of protecting and preserving public open space with its natural wonders, significant prairies, forests, wetlands, rivers, streams, and other landscapes with all of its associated wildlife, in a natural state for the education, pleasure and recreation of the public now and in the future."
Description
The Forest Preserve District of Cook County, with more than 69,000-acres, is the largest forest preserve district in the United States. It receives an estimated 40 million visits each year, providing an escape into a world teeming with wildlife and rich with outdoor recreation and environmental education opportunities. Within its boundaries are rare habitats that offer plant and animal diversity on par with the rainforests of the world. This natural heritage offers something for everyone:
- Oak woodlands and savannas
- Tallgrass prairies
- Native wetlands
- Migratory fly-ways that afford spectacular birding
- 22 dedicated nature preserves
- 40 managed lakes and ponds
- 7 major waterways that can be canoed or kayaked and offer glimpses of waterflow and shorebirds
- 300 miles of marked trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and cross country skiing
- Scenic spots for painting, photography or quiet reflection
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Cook County, ILChicago, IL 60646
DATE POSTED
October 12, 2016
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Habitat Restoration
- Botany
- Community Outreach
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
N/A