Opportunities From: Open Space STL

Volunteer: Honeysuckle Hack at Castlewood State Park on October 30

WHAT: Come join Open Space STL and its community of volunteers as we support Castlewood State Park staff in the removal of invasive Bush honeysuckle from woodlands within the park.

This volunteer efforts is part of OS-STL's Operation Wild Lands program (OWLs), which seeks to aid in the proactive management of public open space, improving wildlife habitat and nature-related outdoor recreation opportunities across the St. Louis region. 

WHEN: 9:00am, Thursday, October 30th. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Castlewood State Park, 1401 Kiefer Creek Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021. Volunteers will meet at Shelter 1, near the playground/picnic area and across from The River Scene Trail. Exact meeting location here. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Dress for the weather Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING:

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Your own work gloves/tools if you prefer - otherwise, they will be provided Sunscreen Bug/tick spray

REGISTRATION NOTES:

The annual OS-STL 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. Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are always welcome.  Must be 18 years or older to handle herbicide. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Program: Operation Wild Lands

WHAT: Come join Open Space STL and its community of volunteers as we support Castlewood State Park staff in the removal of invasive Bush honeysuckle from woodlands within the park.

This volunteer efforts is part of OS-STL's Operation Wild Lands program (OWLs), which seeks to aid in the proactive management of public open space, improving wildlife habitat and nature-related outdoor recreation opportunities across the St. Louis region. 

WHEN: 9:00am, Thursday, October 30th. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Castlewood State Park, 1401 Kiefer Creek Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021. Volunteers will meet at Shelter 1, near the playground/picnic area and across from The River Scene Trail. Exact meeting location here. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Dress for the weather Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING:

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Your own work gloves/tools if you prefer - otherwise, they will be provided Sunscreen Bug/tick spray

REGISTRATION NOTES:

The annual OS-STL 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. Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are always welcome.  Must be 18 years or older to handle herbicide. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Program: Operation Wild Lands

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 30, 2025

Zip Code: 63021

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Honeysuckle Hack at Castlewood State Park on November 6th

WHAT: Come join Open Space STL and its community of volunteers as we support Castlewood State Park staff in the removal of invasive Bush honeysuckle from woodlands within the park.

This volunteer efforts is part of OS-STL's Operation Wild Lands program (OWLs), which seeks to aid in the proactive management of public open space, improving wildlife habitat and nature-related outdoor recreation opportunities across the St. Louis region. 

WHEN: 9:00am, Thursday, November 6th. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Castlewood State Park, 1401 Kiefer Creek Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021. Volunteers will meet at Shelter 1, near the playground/picnic area and across from The River Scene Trail. Exact meeting location here. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Dress for the weather Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING:

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Your own work gloves/tools if you prefer - otherwise, they will be provided Sunscreen Bug/tick spray

REGISTRATION NOTES:

The annual OS-STL 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. Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are always welcome.  Must be 18 years or older to handle herbicide. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Program: Operation Wild Lands

WHAT: Come join Open Space STL and its community of volunteers as we support Castlewood State Park staff in the removal of invasive Bush honeysuckle from woodlands within the park.

This volunteer efforts is part of OS-STL's Operation Wild Lands program (OWLs), which seeks to aid in the proactive management of public open space, improving wildlife habitat and nature-related outdoor recreation opportunities across the St. Louis region. 

WHEN: 9:00am, Thursday, November 6th. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Castlewood State Park, 1401 Kiefer Creek Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021. Volunteers will meet at Shelter 1, near the playground/picnic area and across from The River Scene Trail. Exact meeting location here. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Dress for the weather Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING:

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Your own work gloves/tools if you prefer - otherwise, they will be provided Sunscreen Bug/tick spray

REGISTRATION NOTES:

The annual OS-STL 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. Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are always welcome.  Must be 18 years or older to handle herbicide. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Program: Operation Wild Lands

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Nov 6, 2025

Zip Code: 63021

Allow Groups: Yes