Volunteers help remove invasive plants and replace them with native plant plugs. The forests of Skokie Lagoons are a unique place to discover on your own or with a group.

BackYard Nature Center connects children and adults with the wonders of nature in New Trier Township. We do this by developing events and activities in the areas of education/outdoor learning, unstructured play, and habitat restoration.

These programs take place at local parks, schools, and the Skokie Lagoons. Skokie Lagoons is a network of forest, artificial lagoons, channels, and islands that winds along the Edens Expressway between Winnetka, Northfield, and Glencoe.

Volunteers are needed in the following areas:

Leading educational nature hikes and bird walks

Assisting teachers in creating learning opportunities in nature for their classes

Facilitating nature-based play programs

Participating in habitat restoration activities at the Lagoons involving the removal of invasive species

Supporting marketing and administrative initiatives

Participating in strategic planning as a member of our board

For more information about volunteering with BackYard Nature Center, please visit our website, backyardnaturecenter.org.

REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 14

Orientation or Training