Volunteer Opportunities

Forest Fest November 9, 2024 10 am - 2 pm Set up starts at 9 am Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center New event:  Think of it like NatureFest, but, with a focus on trees. Volunteers needed to be at our table.  They expect about 500 people. Volunteer Sign-up Contact: Alicia Mein-Johnson (281-446-8588 or... Read More →

Glen Buckley, Lake Creek Preserve, seeded two 90’ x 15’ areas at the trailhead with wildflower mix.  These areas were overrun with Bermuda grass, nut grass, and cumin ragweed. Join others to prepare the area for a spring wildflower showing! Workday:   Saturday, November 16, 8 a.m. Tasks:  Spread compost, cardboard, and mulch Needs:  Non-glossy Cardboard... Read More →

Greetings Greenbelt Guardians-- Despite our last 5 visits, Rush Haven still needs work. The air potatoes are on the vine and on the ground. The largest tuber recently retrieved weighed in at 1.5 pounds! We need to get them out before they take root and create more issues. Please contact Lisa or Gretchen if you... Read More →

Name of Event: Nature Field Trip Helper Date(s): 11/13/24, 11/14/24, 11/19/24, Time(s): 9am-11:30am Description: Volunteers will support staff by helping with crowd control, pointing out specific wildlife or native plants, helping with nature activities. Nature Stations include: **A hike down one of our trails while speaking about wildlife and plants in the park. **Nature activity,... Read More →