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Shadow a Volunteer:
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County offers a program for prospective volunteers to shadow a volunteer for a day. This program is a great way for individuals who are unsure which of our seven volunteer opportunities is the right choice for them, and allows both parties to determine if there is a right fit before a commitment is made.
For more information, call volunteer services at (630) 933-7681 or e-mail volunteer@dupageforest.com.
Eagle Scout Projects:
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has developed a set of Eagle Scout Guidelines to help the scout through the process of obtaining the designation of Eagle. These guidelines are to be followed by any Eagle Scout applicant who is considering proposing or completing a project with the Forest Preserve District. The guidelines do not replace and are to be followed in tandem with the guidelines published by the Boy Scouts of America.
There are currently no projects available.
To obtain a copy of the Eagle Scout Guidelines, please contact the Volunteer Services Office at (630) 933-7681 or e-mail volunteer@dupageforest.com.
Family Opportunities:
Volunteers may include their children in their volunteer experience by joining our Family Volunteer Program at either Kline Creek Farm in Winfield, Mayslake Peabody Estate in Oak Brook, Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn or the Natural Resource Management nature workdays. Once an adult volunteer has completed the training they can enroll in our Family Volunteer Program and bring their children when they come to volunteer. Restrictions apply.
The family unit as defined by this program will consist of at least one parent or legal guardian for no more than two children. The ratio will be one adult to a maximum of two children. Age requirements for children:
- Kline Creek Farm – 6 - 13 years old; however, children volunteering in the agricultural program must be at least 9 – 13 years old
- Mayslake Peabody Estate – 6 - 13 years old
- Natural Resource Management – 6 - 13 years old
- Willowbrook Wildlife Center – 8 - 12 years old
Requirements of the position (Kline Creek Farm, Mayslake Peabody Estate & Willowbrook Wildlife Center:
- All adults must complete the regular volunteer training before bringing their children
- Adults must be aware of their children’s attention span and physical capabilities and plan their volunteer shifts accordingly
- Adults must supervise their children at all times
- All children should have a current tetanus shot
- Families will follow the rules and regulations of the Forest Preserve District at all times. Direction and information about misconduct will be given to the adult
- The child’s/children’s behavior while volunteering is the responsibility of the parent
For more information, call volunteer services at (630) 933-7681 or e-mail volunteer@dupageforest.com.
Youth Opportunities:
Opportunities for youth to volunteer are available in many of the District volunteer programs. Volunteer opportunities are available for scout groups, church groups, etc. Please refer to the volunteer position description for minimum age, requirements, responsibilities and commitment.
For youth group volunteering, please refer to the Corporate or Group Volunteer Opportunities section.
For more information, call volunteer services at (630) 933-7681 or e-mail volunteer@dupageforest.com.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5000, Wheaton, IL 60189-5000
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