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Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

Sunrise: 5:28 a.m.
Sunset: 8:08 p.m.
Wednesday, May 16

Volunteer Programs

Volunteer hours do NOT count toward court-ordered community service.

Volunteer
Opportunities

Calendar of Events For upcoming volunteer-related activities, visit Calendar of Events.

For recent positions, visit Current Volunteer Positions.

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Volunteer Application

Workday Waiver

The Spirit

Download the District's volunteer newsletter, The Spirit.

Questions?

Call Volunteer Services at (630) 933-7681 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or email volunteer@dupageforest.com.
  

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History Buffs Wanted for Research Projects

Site: Mayslake Peabody Estate in Oak Brook and St. James Farm in Warrenville

Description: DuPage County has a grand history with many chapters yet to be written. To that end, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is looking for research volunteers at Mayslake Peabody Estate, the former home of Francis Stuyvesant Peabody, and St. James Farm, the former estate of Brooks McCormick.

This position is perfect for the busy person who wants to volunteer but has limited time outside of the home. Volunteer researchers meet to discuss their independent findings but do the majority of research off-site.

Download, complete and return a volunteer application to get involved. You can be on the prowl for the next fascinating fact!

Required Skills:

  • Ability to work independently
  • An interest in history and fact-finding
  • Ability to record data accurately and present in written form

Volunteer Type:

  • Great for Teens
  • Great for Adults
  • Great for 55+

Minimum Age: 16

Category: Arts & Culture

Hourly Commitment: 9 hours per week

Opportunity Date: This opportunity not scheduled for a particular date

 

PLEASE NOTE: Some opportunities may change or fill quickly. Please contact Volunteer Services for updates at volunteer@dupageforest.com or (630)933-7681.