National Public Lands Day
ORGANIZATION: Quantico's Conservation Volunteer Program
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Join a hands-on community conservation project to transform underused land into vibrant meadows that support Monarch butterflies and other vital pollinators. At Marine Corps Base Quantico, we're restoring critical habitat by planting two high-visibility meadows filled with milkweed and native wildflowers - essential stopover sites for migrating Monarchs, a species recently proposed for protection under the Endangered Species Act. This is more than just a planting project - it's a chance to build something lasting. Volunteers will dig in on a variety of activities, including planting, harvesting and propagating seeds, constructing a rainwater catchment system with storage, and helping create a living classroom with interpretive signs. These signs will show how military and urban spaces can be reimagined as thriving biodiversity hotspots. The big kickoff is September 27, marking the start of a long-term, self-sustaining effort that protects an important indicator species while educating the public and fostering a culture of environmental stewardship across the installation.
2 Shifts
- Sat Sep 27, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
- Sat Sep 27, 2025 - 01:00 PM to 04:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
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About Quantico's Conservation Volunteer Program
Location:
27007 Telegraph Road, Stafford, VA 22556, US
Mission Statement
The goal of the Conservation Volunteer Program is to manage and restore nearly 60,000 acres of forest and wetland habitat at Marine Corps Base Quantico.
Description
The Conservation Volunteer Program (CVP) formally began operation in 1986. Since its
inception, over 200,000 hours of service have been provided to help manage natural and
cultural resources on base. Active duty and retired military members of many ranks and civilians
of diverse professions are involved in the CVP and represent a strong cross-section of the
community. While many volunteers have joined the CVP because of their interest in hunting and
fishing on Base, the program has a variety of projects for anyone attracted to the camaraderie
that can be found through a shared interest in nature. Volunteers are assigned projects and are
supervised by Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs (NREA) staff members.
CAUSE AREAS
Animals,
Environment,
Veterans & Military Families
WHEN
Sat Sep 27, 2025
09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
This opportunity has 2 shifts
WHERE
27175 Telegraph RoadStafford, VA 22556
(38.51274 ,-77.38879 )
DATE POSTED
July 2, 2025
SKILLS
- Habitat Restoration
- Environmental Education
- Landscaping
- Gardening
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.