EarthCorps Volunteer Events

About this opportunity

EarthCorps enables community members of all ages to give back to their community by helping keep city parks and forests healthy. Volunteers work on projects that improve forests and parks in local cities. No experience is needed—EarthCorps staff and volunteer leaders will teach you everything you need to know about the work including tool safety, forest health, and the importance of specific tasks. Tasks include removing aggressive weeds like English Ivy and Himalayan Blackberry, planting native trees and shrubs, and spreading mulch. Volunteers should bring a positive attitude, work clothes that can get dirty, closed-toed shoes, water, snacks, and work gloves (extras provided if needed). Volunteering with EarthCorps may count for service hours depending on your school or program.

What you'll do

• Remove aggressive weeds like English Ivy and Himalayan Blackberry
• Plant native trees and shrubs
• Spread mulch
• Learn about forest health and environmental conservation
• Work in local city parks and forests

Requirements

Volunteers of all ages welcome, though work is typically geared toward adults and kids 10+. Younger children welcome with parental supervision. Youth under 14 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible adult. Youth under 18 must have parent/guardian complete waiver.