Opportunities From: Open Space STL

Volunteer: Tree Planting at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area on November 22

WHAT: Trees as keystone species are the most important contributors to biodiversity. We will be planting trees, then setting posts and fencing for deer protection. Then we stand back and await the benefits of our work to come to Little Creve Coeur.

WHERE: Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area 152 River Valley Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Exact location here. 

 WHEN: Saturday, November 22, 2025. 9AM CSDT - 12 noon. Volunteer check-in will begin at 15 min before event. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes.

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own such as hand shears, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Porta potties may be available on site. Water for hand washing will be available

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


In the event of severe weather, this event will be canceled. Volunteers will be notified via email and are encouraged to check our Facebook page (Open Space STL) for updates


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area

WHAT: Trees as keystone species are the most important contributors to biodiversity. We will be planting trees, then setting posts and fencing for deer protection. Then we stand back and await the benefits of our work to come to Little Creve Coeur.

WHERE: Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area 152 River Valley Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Exact location here. 

 WHEN: Saturday, November 22, 2025. 9AM CSDT - 12 noon. Volunteer check-in will begin at 15 min before event. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes.

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own such as hand shears, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Porta potties may be available on site. Water for hand washing will be available

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


In the event of severe weather, this event will be canceled. Volunteers will be notified via email and are encouraged to check our Facebook page (Open Space STL) for updates


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 22, 2025

Zip Code: 63017

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Tree Planting at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area on November 8

WHAT:  Planting short trees and shrubs in the hedge row north of the parking area. These shrubs and short trees will be selected for fruit and flowers that support wildlife, especially birds.

WHERE: Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area 152 River Valley Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Exact location here. 

 WHEN: Saturday, November 8, 2025. 9AM CSDT - 12 noon. Volunteer check-in will begin at 15 min before event. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes.

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own such as hand shears, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Porta potties may be available on site. Water for hand washing will be available

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


In the event of severe weather, this event will be canceled. Volunteers will be notified via email and are encouraged to check our Facebook page (Open Space STL) for updates


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area

WHAT:  Planting short trees and shrubs in the hedge row north of the parking area. These shrubs and short trees will be selected for fruit and flowers that support wildlife, especially birds.

WHERE: Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area 152 River Valley Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Exact location here. 

 WHEN: Saturday, November 8, 2025. 9AM CSDT - 12 noon. Volunteer check-in will begin at 15 min before event. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes.

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own such as hand shears, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Porta potties may be available on site. Water for hand washing will be available

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


In the event of severe weather, this event will be canceled. Volunteers will be notified via email and are encouraged to check our Facebook page (Open Space STL) for updates


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 8, 2025

Zip Code: 63017

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Honeysuckle Hack at Creve Coeur Soccer Park - 11/8

What: Asian Bush Honeysuckle is perhaps the most prevalent invasive plant in the St. Louis area.  We're trying to make a dent in that.


Where: Meet at the edge of Creve Coeur Lake, here. We will be working between the soccer fields and the lake.


WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes.

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake

What: Asian Bush Honeysuckle is perhaps the most prevalent invasive plant in the St. Louis area.  We're trying to make a dent in that.


Where: Meet at the edge of Creve Coeur Lake, here. We will be working between the soccer fields and the lake.


WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes.

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 8, 2025

Zip Code: 63146

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Pollinator Garden Maintenance at Mallard Lake - 10/25

What: Let's spruce up the pollinator gardens by the Lakehouse at Mallard Lake and get them ready for winter.  Native plants need attention too!


Where: Meet at The Creve Coeur Lakehouse Bar & Grill parking lot. Exact location here.


WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes.

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake

What: Let's spruce up the pollinator gardens by the Lakehouse at Mallard Lake and get them ready for winter.  Native plants need attention too!


Where: Meet at The Creve Coeur Lakehouse Bar & Grill parking lot. Exact location here.


WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes.

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 25, 2025

Zip Code: 63146

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: December Honeysuckle Hack at St. Vincent Park

WHAT: 

Take a moment out of your busy schedule and join the Community Stewardship Alliance to remove invasive honeysuckle and winter creeper from the St. Vincent Park woodlands. 

WHERE:

St. Vincent Park, 7335 St Charles Rock Rd, St. Louis, MO 63121. Volunteers will meet in the parking lot downhill from the pool.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/U9K3K2eNRXthg3u98

 WHEN: 

9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Saturday, December 6. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45 am.  

WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes, we recommend long pants and sleeves

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

Sunscreen 

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


In the event of severe weather, this event will be canceled. Volunteers will be notified via email and are encouraged to check our Facebook page (Open Space STL) for updates.


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at St. Vincent Park

WHAT: 

Take a moment out of your busy schedule and join the Community Stewardship Alliance to remove invasive honeysuckle and winter creeper from the St. Vincent Park woodlands. 

WHERE:

St. Vincent Park, 7335 St Charles Rock Rd, St. Louis, MO 63121. Volunteers will meet in the parking lot downhill from the pool.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/U9K3K2eNRXthg3u98

 WHEN: 

9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Saturday, December 6. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45 am.  

WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes, we recommend long pants and sleeves

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

Sunscreen 

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


In the event of severe weather, this event will be canceled. Volunteers will be notified via email and are encouraged to check our Facebook page (Open Space STL) for updates.


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at St. Vincent Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Dec 6, 2025

Zip Code: 63121

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: November Honeysuckle Hack and Native planting at St. Vincent Park

WHAT: 

Take a moment out of your busy schedule and join the Community Stewardship Alliance to remove invasive honeysuckle and winter creeper from the St. Vincent Park woodlands. 

WHERE:

St. Vincent Park, 7335 St Charles Rock Rd, St. Louis, MO 63121. Volunteers will meet in the parking lot downhill from the pool.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/U9K3K2eNRXthg3u98

 WHEN: 

9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Saturday, November 1. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45 am.  

WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes, we recommend long pants and sleeves

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

Sunscreen 

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


In the event of severe weather, this event will be canceled. Volunteers will be notified via email and are encouraged to check our Facebook page (Open Space STL) for updates.





Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at St. Vincent Park

WHAT: 

Take a moment out of your busy schedule and join the Community Stewardship Alliance to remove invasive honeysuckle and winter creeper from the St. Vincent Park woodlands. 

WHERE:

St. Vincent Park, 7335 St Charles Rock Rd, St. Louis, MO 63121. Volunteers will meet in the parking lot downhill from the pool.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/U9K3K2eNRXthg3u98

 WHEN: 

9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Saturday, November 1. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45 am.  

WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes, we recommend long pants and sleeves

Sturdy shoes or boots

Dress for the weather!

Sunscreen 

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own, you are welcome to bring them

Sunscreen

Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided

Registration notes:

Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here.


In the event of severe weather, this event will be canceled. Volunteers will be notified via email and are encouraged to check our Facebook page (Open Space STL) for updates.





Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at St. Vincent Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 1, 2025

Zip Code: 63121

Allow Groups: Yes