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Tours:
​Tour sign ups are typically posted the month before the tour is offered. Sign-up links with full descriptions will appear above on this page.​
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Volunteer Opportunities:
Whether individuals or groups, we have pre-planned and custom-tailored activities for you! Ideal for scout groups, school groups, social groups, church groups, and corporate team-building.
Opportunities include but are not limited to environmental enhancement, wildlife study/education, invasive species mitigation, spring trash cleanup, health & wellness activities, outdoor classrooms, native plant seeding, habitat preservation, expert-led tours, community outreach, historical infrastructure restoration, cemetery stewardship, fundraising, and communications.
With over 100 unique acres including old-growth forest; rolling prairies; ponds, creeks and wetlands; 2 cemeteries; century-old landscaping inspired by Fredrick Law Olmsted; diverse wildlife habitat supporting several at-risk species - we can find an opportunity that matches your passion.
Also actively seeking corporate sponsorships including sponsor-brand support.
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County Grounds Park / Sanctuary Woods
Volunteer Invasives Removal
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Everyone is encouraged to bring their own work gloves
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No tools being used - appropriate for all ages
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No experience needed, training and supervision will be provided
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Perfect for scouting groups, work groups, and other associations looking for
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Reservation requested for coordination purposes
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Dress for the weather, we will hold event unless there is lightning
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There are no onsite restrooms
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Got questions? Send email to friendsofcountygroundspark@gmail.com
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Photo Credit Eddee Daniel https://www.flickr.com/photos/eddeedaniel/albums/72157623843201347
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A summary of some 2019 and 2020 events can be found here:
Buckthorn is an invasive species that has taken over much of Sanctuary Woods and interrupted the regeneration cycle of the old-growth forest.
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Future service opportunities will be communicated via the use the update list above and posted in the Eventbrite section.
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Friends Group Monthly Meetings:
Friends of County Grounds Park holds regular monthly meetings. Send email for time and location
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All are welcome to join, standing committees/topics include park improvement, communications, signage, wildlife, outdoor classroom, youth engagement, and health/wellness
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Recent Newsletters:
March 2021 Newsletter Link
September 2021 Newsletter Link
September 2022 Newsletter Link
November 2022 - Christmas Bird Count