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Volunteer Events

Volunteering for Great Parks of Hamilton County will lead you to fun, rewarding and unforgettable experiences! Help with invasive plant removal, patrol one of our more than 70 miles of trails, volunteer at our Shaker Trace Nursery or interact directly with park guests at one of our gift shops, visitor centers or nature programs. Join our outstanding team of volunteers and staff members and learn new skills, meet people with similar interests, all while making a difference in your community. Whether you have time to volunteer long-term, a few weeks or only once or twice a year, Great Parks of Hamilton County has a place for you! It's fun, rewarding and easy to get involved. To find your perfect niche, check out the volunteer opportunities below!

For more information

send an email to volunteer@greatparks.org or phone:

Kris Roselle, Volunteer Services Manager
Phone: 513-728-3551, ext. 245

Niki Marengo, Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 513-728-3551, ext. 278

Events

Spring Flood Cleanup at Otto Armleder Memorial Park

With the recent flooding, there is some cleaning up to do! Clean up litter and small debris along trails to get the park back in shape for summer. This event runs from 9:00 to 11:00 AM.

Age(s): 14+
Location:  Armleder Shelter Lot | 39.119524, -84.403738 VOLUNTEER EVENT

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Landscaping at Withrow Nature Preserve

Weed landscape beds, prune low-hanging branches, and remove debris around Highwood Lodge to make it look beautiful! This event runs from 10:00 AM to noon.

Age(s): 14+
Location:  Withrow Nature Preserve Parking Lot | 7075 Five Mile Road, Cincinnati, OH 45230 VOLUNTEER EVENT

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Landscaping at Withrow Nature Preserve

Help us remove invasive garlic mustard from our woods! Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required, tools will be provided! There are additional requirements of standing, bending, kneeling, and walking for long periods for this event. This event runs from 9:00 to 11:00 AM.

Age(s): 14+
Location:  Sharon Centre Parking Lot | 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, OH 45241 VOLUNTEER EVENT

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Little Turtle Trail Touch-Up at Shawnee Lookout

Help us remove invasive garlic mustard from our woods! Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required, tools will be provided! There are additional requirements of walking long distances, uneven terrain, standing for long periods, bending, and kneeling. This event runs from 9:30 to 11:30 AM.

Age(s): 14+
Location:  Waterhole Meadow Shelter Parking Lot | 39.125709, -84.789198 VOLUNTEER EVENT

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Litter Cleanup at Glenwood Gardens

Clean up litter along Sheffield Road to protect this 335-acre park featuring formal gardens, prairies, forests, and wetlands! Registration closes on Tuesday, May 13. This event runs from 9:00 AM to noon.

Age(s): 14+
Location:  Glenwood Gardens Technical Center | 377 Sheffield Road, Cincinnati, OH 45240 VOLUNTEER EVENT

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Garlic Mustard Removal at Winton Woods

Maintain the Kingfisher Trail by removing invasive species to improve the health of the forest’s understory! Learn the tips and tricks of identifying garlic mustard species and properly treating and managing the species to prevent regrowth. This event runs from 9:30 to 11:30 AM.

Age(s): 14+
Location:  Kingfisher Trailhead | 39.258241, -84.530261 VOLUNTEER EVENT

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Litter Cleanup at Woodland Mound

Help to keep the park and riverbank beautiful and free of litter! Come out to the former Steamboat Bend and assist us in picking up trash that washes up from the Ohio River. This event runs from 10:00 AM to noon.

Age(s): 14+
Location:  Woodland Mound Boat Ramp Parking Lot | 39.020615, -84.315701 VOLUNTEER EVENT

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Invasive Removal at Mitchell Memorial Forest

Remove invasive plant species in higher-quality natural areas near the Mountain Bike Trail to preserve the beauty of this deep-woods trail and habitat! This event runs from 9:00 to 11:00 AM.

Age(s): 14+
Location:  Maintenance Building Parking Lot | 39.189396, -84.721468 VOLUNTEER EVENT

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