- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Earth Month: Forest Preserve Pick-Me-Up
ORGANIZATION: The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.

Preserve Litter Pick-Up
Support wildlife and beautify the preserves through picking up litter along trails and waterways. Ages 8+; under 18 with an adult. Register online at Activity search | DuPage Forest (activecommunities.com) or at 630-933-7248.
April 8 4 - 6 p.m. Wood Dale Grove
April 12 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Pratt's Wayne Woods
Roadside Litter Pick-Up
Support wildlife and beautify the preserves through picking up litter along roadsides. Ages 18 and up. Register online at Activity search | DuPage Forest (activecommunities.com) or at 630-933-7248.
April 16 4 - 6 p.m. Green Valley
April 22 4 - 6 p.m. Springbrook Prairie
April 26 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Waterfall Glen
*these events are not eligible for court-ordered community service hours
5 Shifts
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Tue Apr 08, 2025
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04:00 PM to 06:00 PM CST
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Spots available: 10+
Wood Dale Grove. Ages 8+; under 18 with an adult. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
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Sat Apr 12, 2025
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10:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST
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Spots available: 10+
Pratt's Wayne Woods. Ages 8+; under 18 with an adult. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
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Wed Apr 16, 2025
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04:00 PM to 06:00 PM CST
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Spots available: 10+
Green Valley. Ages 18+. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
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Tue Apr 22, 2025
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04:00 PM to 06:00 PM CST
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Spots available: 10+
Springbrook Prairie. Ages 18+. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
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Sat Apr 26, 2025
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10:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST
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Spots available: 10+
Waterfall Glen. Ages 18+. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
1 More opportunity with The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Opportunities
About The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Location:
3S580 Naperville Road, South of Butterfield Rd, North of Warrenville Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is to acquire and hold lands containing forests, prairies, wetlands, and associated plant communities on lands capable of being restored to such natural conditions for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna, and scenic beauty for the education, pleasure, and recreation of it citizens. The purpose of the Volunteer Services Program is to engage volunteers who are willing to donate their time, talents, and resources to support the programs and staff in carrying out the mission, purpose, and guiding principles of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County and the volunteer programs.
Description
We offer 11 unique Volunteer Programs.
- Danada Equestrian Center-Wheaton, assist staff with daily horse care
- Fullersburg Woods-Oak Brook, help children & visitors discover nature
- Kline Creek Farm-West Chicago, assist in running an 1890's farm & introducing visitors to this era
- Mayslake-Oak Brook-assist in gardening, tours, office & special events
- Natural Resources-Countywide, assist at workdays w/ seed collection, brush cutting, planting. Be a Monitor for populations.
- Special Services-Countywide, assist with office projects & Special events, pick up trash as part of the Clean-up Crew
- St James Farm -Warrenville, assist in the garden, as tour guides & special events
- Trail Watch- Countywide,patrol trails on foot & bicycle, submit reports on trail issues & visitor assistance
- Visitor Engagement-Countywide,assist the staff with educational programs in schools, programs & events
- Volunteer Ranger-Countywide,assist with fishing, archery, kayaking, trail trimming, cleanup & special events
- Willowbrook-Glen Ellyn, assist in care & rehabilitation of native injured & orphaned animals
dupageforest.org, 630-933-7233, volunteer@dupageforest.org
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Various preserves throughout the countyWheaton, IL 60189
DATE POSTED
March 4, 2025
SKILLS
- Environmental Science
- Habitat Restoration
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
- Must be at least 8
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours
- Dress in layers, and wear sturdy close-toe shoes or boots, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts. Water, sunscreen, and bug spray is also recommended.