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ORGANIZATION: Forest Preserves of Cook County
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Join volunteers in restoring natural areas. No experience necesary. All tools will be provided. Dress for the outdoors and have fun. Copy and past the links below to sign up.
NORTH
Sat 6/24 (10am-1pm) Forest Glen Woods - Centennial Volunteers https://goo.gl/hrZio1 Sun 6/25 (9am-12pm) Schiller Woods https://goo.gl/Ui3acL Sun 6/25 (9am-12pm) Somme Prairie Nature Preserve https://goo.gl/NyUjBx Sun 6/25 (10am-1pm) LaBagh Woods/Hernandez - Centennial Volunteers https://goo.gl/Emgt95
CENTRAL
Sat 6/24 (9am-12pm) Chicago Portage Woods https://goo.gl/KtNjkT Sat 6/24 (9am-12pm) McCormick Woods https://goo.gl/2rQXuH Sat 6/24 (1pm-4pm) Wolf Road Prairie Nature Preserve https://goo.gl/n9rhkR
NORTHWEST
Sun 6/25 (9am-12pm) Poplar Creek- Carl Hansen Woods https://goo.gl/u8k3j7
SOUTHWEST
Sat 6/24 (9am-12pm) Cranberry Slough Nature Preserve https://goo.gl/HkZxtD
Sat 6/24 (9am-12pm) Orland Grassland https://goo.gl/pVUMED
Sun 6/25 (9am-12pm) Swallow Cliff Woods https://goo.gl/CrScBJ
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
June 23, 2017
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- Habitat Restoration
- Botany
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 3 hours