Logo - Forest Preserve District of Will County Bringing People and Nature Together
     
 
Volunteer Opportunities
Are you interested in nature and the environment? Would you like to devote your time to a worthy cause? Are you looking for a place where you can meet new people, learn new things, and improve your community? If so, the Forest Preserve District of Will County is the place for you!

For more information about becoming a volunteer, joining in a workday or training, or adopting a preserve, please contact our Volunteer Supervisor at 815.722.7364 or rgauchat@fpdwc.org.

Volunteers at Veterans Woods

Current Volunteer Needs

We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year, and can work with you to provide projects that suit your interests. The following volunteer positions are especially needed right now:
  • Geographical Information System Technicians
  • Interpreters
  • Stewards
  • Special Event Staff
Volunteers at Hickory
Creek
Upcoming Volunteer Workdays

We invite you to join in one of the following workdays, where you can get some fresh air and exercise, and enjoy the beauty of our preserves!

Groups of ten or more must register, and must have one adult for every five children to ensure safety. Remember to dress for the weather and outdoor work (i.e., long sleeves, pants, work/hiking boots). Water, work gloves, tools, and instruction are provided. Bringing a snack is recommended.

To reserve a spot or find out more information, please contact our Volunteer Supervisor at 815.722.7364 or rgauchat@fpdwc.org.

Seed Collection Workdays: For seed collection workdays, volunteers may meet at the Operations and Law Enforcement Facility (22606 S. Cherry Hill Road, Joliet) at 8:00 a.m. to carpool to the site, or meet at the site at 8:35 a.m. Seed collection days are tentative, as the seed must be collectible.
Restoration Management Workdays: For restoration management workdays, volunteers should meet at the designated preserve. Participants will be cutting, stacking, or hauling non-native brush. There is something for everyone to keep them busy!

Upcoming Volunteer Workshops and Trainings

Come learn how you can assist in managing the forest preserves. Contact our Volunteer Supervisor at 815.722.7364 or rgauchat@fpdwc.org for more information.


Adopt-A-Preserve Program

Our Adopt-A-Preserve program allows you or your group to perform and assist in maintenance duties along a designated trail, section of trail, campsite, grove, or preserve.

Photographs Courtesy of Monica Johnson and Adam Oestmann
 
Copyright © 2010 The Forest Preserve District of Will County
17540 W. Laraway Road, Joliet, IL 60433
815.727.8700 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Weekdays
Universal Accessibility Symbol
Obtain Accessible Information or Services Here, or Call 815.727.8700 (A TDD Relay Service is Available at 800.526.0844)
Contact Us | Report a Concern | Web Site Map |