VOLUNTEERING
Invasive Species Removal
VOLUNTEERING WORKS
Volunteering is the HEART of HeartLands Conservancy There are several ways to volunteer with HeartLands Conservancy. From individual, self-paced commitments to attending large stewardship days, HLC has ways for everyone to get involved. HLC is always seeking individuals with unique skills, interests, and expertise to help our organization with various conservation efforts. We have many volunteer opportunities that span a variety of interests, so there is something for everyone! You can apply to volunteer via the application on our website at https://heartlandsconservancy.org/volunteer/. People with specific passions or skills interested in volunteering with HLC are encouraged to contact Brittany Schweiger, Conservation Project Coordinator, to find the best way to contribute and share their passion with others at 618-566-4451 ex. 25 or brittany.schweiger@heartlandsconservancy.org.
Some specific volunteer areas that HLC is seeking include: Chainsaw Operators • Licensed Pesticide Applicators • Prescribed Fire Experience Arborists • Birders • Botanists • Entomologists • Horticulturists • Wildlife Biologists Conservation Easement Monitoring Experience
The overall goal of HeartLands Conservancy’s Volunteer Program is to engage people with nature while restoring our natural areas to a healthy, resilient state. In 2022, the program‘s goal is to complete 1,000 volunteer hours in southwestern Illinois. If you want to do something nice for nature in 2022, please consider volunteering for HLC! Visit https://heartlandsconservancy.org/volunteer/ for a complete list of volunteer opportunities.
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