Opportunities From: Open Space STL

Volunteer: September 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, September 5. 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, September 5. 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 Sep 5, 2026

Zip Code: 63121

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Cancelled Honeysuckle Hack and Removal at Greensfelder Park on 5/24 - Cancelled

WHERE: Muckerman Shelter . Google Map link here

Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Greensfelder Park

WHERE: Muckerman Shelter . Google Map link here

Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Greensfelder Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On May 24, 2026

Zip Code: 63069

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Honeysuckle Hack and Removal at Greensfelder Park on 5/20

WHERE: Muckerman Shelter . Google Map link here

Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Greensfelder Park

WHERE: Muckerman Shelter . Google Map link here

Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Greensfelder Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On May 20, 2026

Zip Code: 63069

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Invasive Removal 101 (with Lab)

WHAT:  
This unique event covers all the basics from invasive species indentification through maintenance to eradication.

Tutorials and plenty of practice will be available on a variety of techniques to control and remove unwelcome invasive plants!

The event will start with an identification of invasive species tutorial. We will be looking for:

HoneysuckleWinter CreeperBradford PearWhite MulberryTree of HeavenPoison Ivy (not invasive, but good to ID)

Armed with knowledge, volunteers will lead hands on tutorials on different methods of invasive control.  Volunteers are invited to rotate to get training and experience in any desired skills:

Cutting/TrimmingRoot RemovalHerbicide application (foliar/dauber)Vine removalMulching

Volunteers will then be able to practice their learned techniques by removing these species from the park!

This event is designed to be less physically strenuous (other than root digging) but should give a great toolbox for anyone looking to better their community green spaces!

WHERE:

We found a great spot near the large roundabout that is relatively flat and has several of the invasive species we will be covering. https://maps.app.goo.gl/2jVjW3KXAuAVNtDYA

WHEN:

Saturday, May 30, 9am -12pm

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 bootsDress 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 themSunscreenBug/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 rescheduled or 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 Carondelet Park

WHAT:  
This unique event covers all the basics from invasive species indentification through maintenance to eradication.

Tutorials and plenty of practice will be available on a variety of techniques to control and remove unwelcome invasive plants!

The event will start with an identification of invasive species tutorial. We will be looking for:

HoneysuckleWinter CreeperBradford PearWhite MulberryTree of HeavenPoison Ivy (not invasive, but good to ID)

Armed with knowledge, volunteers will lead hands on tutorials on different methods of invasive control.  Volunteers are invited to rotate to get training and experience in any desired skills:

Cutting/TrimmingRoot RemovalHerbicide application (foliar/dauber)Vine removalMulching

Volunteers will then be able to practice their learned techniques by removing these species from the park!

This event is designed to be less physically strenuous (other than root digging) but should give a great toolbox for anyone looking to better their community green spaces!

WHERE:

We found a great spot near the large roundabout that is relatively flat and has several of the invasive species we will be covering. https://maps.app.goo.gl/2jVjW3KXAuAVNtDYA

WHEN:

Saturday, May 30, 9am -12pm

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 bootsDress 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 themSunscreenBug/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 rescheduled or 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 Carondelet Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On May 30, 2026

Zip Code: 63116

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Jefferson Barracks: Sylvan Springs Beverage Garden and Amphitheater Restoration & Planting on June 20

WHAT: On Saturday, June 20, 2026, we continue restoration work with our enthusiastic group and any newcomers to make this a destination for gatherings, small concerts and relaxed personal reflection. The beautiful natural spring, patio and planting areas are just waiting for some tender care.

WHERE: Jefferson Barracks Park, Sylvan Springs Beverage Garden and Amphitheater. Exact location here. Parking is available here.

 WHEN: Saturday, June 20, from 9am to 11pm. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

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

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 Jefferson Barracks Park

WHAT: On Saturday, June 20, 2026, we continue restoration work with our enthusiastic group and any newcomers to make this a destination for gatherings, small concerts and relaxed personal reflection. The beautiful natural spring, patio and planting areas are just waiting for some tender care.

WHERE: Jefferson Barracks Park, Sylvan Springs Beverage Garden and Amphitheater. Exact location here. Parking is available here.

 WHEN: Saturday, June 20, from 9am to 11pm. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

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

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 Jefferson Barracks Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jun 20, 2026

Zip Code: 63125

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Remove the Lakehouse Shrubs at Mallard Lake on September 26th

We are going to remove the non-native shrubs that run along Creve Coeur Mill Road in front of the Lakehouse Bar and Grill, and at our next event we will replace them with native shrubs.

When: Saturday, May 23rd, 8:30am-12pm. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

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

We are going to remove the non-native shrubs that run along Creve Coeur Mill Road in front of the Lakehouse Bar and Grill, and at our next event we will replace them with native shrubs.

When: Saturday, May 23rd, 8:30am-12pm. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

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 Sep 26, 2026

Zip Code: 63043

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Plant New Shrubs at the Lakehouse near Mallard Lake on October 24th

We are going to plant native shrubs along Creve Coeur Mill Road in front of the Lakehouse Bar and Grill, replacing the non-native burning bush shrubs.

When: Saturday, May 30th, 8:30am-12pm. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

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

We are going to plant native shrubs along Creve Coeur Mill Road in front of the Lakehouse Bar and Grill, replacing the non-native burning bush shrubs.

When: Saturday, May 30th, 8:30am-12pm. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

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 24, 2026

Zip Code: 63043

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Pollinator Garden Maintenance on June 6th

Help us maintain and keep these demonstration pollinator gardens beautiful!

WHAT:  Join the Community Stewardship Alliance for pollinator garden maintenance at Mallard Lake. There will be varying activities ranging from removing unwanted plants, planting new plants, and general clean-up of the three pollinator gardens.

WHEN: Saturday, June 6th, 8:30-12. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

WHERE: Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, near the Lakehouse Bar & Grill, 2160 Creve Coeur Mill Rd, St. Louis, MO 63146. The meeting location will be at the parking lot near the gardens - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR

Dress for the weather, in clothes you don't mind getting dirty Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING

Water bottle Your own work gloves/tools if preferred Sunscreen Bug spray If you have a trowel, knee pads, or kneeling pads you can bring those, too but tools are provided

Registration notes:

The annual OS-STL liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this cleanup opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here. Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are welcome This volunteer opportunity is fun and open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact volunteer@openspacestl.org. We would love for you to join us!

Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake

Help us maintain and keep these demonstration pollinator gardens beautiful!

WHAT:  Join the Community Stewardship Alliance for pollinator garden maintenance at Mallard Lake. There will be varying activities ranging from removing unwanted plants, planting new plants, and general clean-up of the three pollinator gardens.

WHEN: Saturday, June 6th, 8:30-12. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

WHERE: Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, near the Lakehouse Bar & Grill, 2160 Creve Coeur Mill Rd, St. Louis, MO 63146. The meeting location will be at the parking lot near the gardens - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR

Dress for the weather, in clothes you don't mind getting dirty Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING

Water bottle Your own work gloves/tools if preferred Sunscreen Bug spray If you have a trowel, knee pads, or kneeling pads you can bring those, too but tools are provided

Registration notes:

The annual OS-STL liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this cleanup opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here. Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are welcome This volunteer opportunity is fun and open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact volunteer@openspacestl.org. We would love for you to join us!

Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jun 6, 2026

Zip Code: 63146

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Bee Survey at Mallard Lake on July 11th

Let's collect and examine bees from the prairies around the Lakehouse

When: Saturday, July 11th, 8:30am-12pm. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

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

Let's collect and examine bees from the prairies around the Lakehouse

When: Saturday, July 11th, 8:30am-12pm. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

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 Jul 11, 2026

Zip Code: 63043

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Mallard Lake Pollinator Garden Maintenance on August 29th

Help us maintain and keep these demonstration pollinator gardens beautiful!

WHAT:  Join the Community Stewardship Alliance for pollinator garden maintenance at Mallard Lake. There will be varying activities ranging from removing unwanted plants, planting new plants, and general clean-up of the three pollinator gardens.

WHEN: Saturday, August 29th, 8:30-12. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

WHERE: Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, near the Lakehouse Bar & Grill, 2160 Creve Coeur Mill Rd, St. Louis, MO 63146. The meeting location will be at the parking lot near the gardens - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR

Dress for the weather, in clothes you don't mind getting dirty

Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING

Water bottle

Your own work gloves/tools if preferred

Sunscreen

Bug spray

If you have a trowel, knee pads, or kneeling pads you can bring those, too but tools are provided

Registration notes:

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

Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are welcome

This volunteer opportunity is fun and open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 



Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact volunteer@openspacestl.org. We would love for you to join us!


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake

Help us maintain and keep these demonstration pollinator gardens beautiful!

WHAT:  Join the Community Stewardship Alliance for pollinator garden maintenance at Mallard Lake. There will be varying activities ranging from removing unwanted plants, planting new plants, and general clean-up of the three pollinator gardens.

WHEN: Saturday, August 29th, 8:30-12. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

WHERE: Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, near the Lakehouse Bar & Grill, 2160 Creve Coeur Mill Rd, St. Louis, MO 63146. The meeting location will be at the parking lot near the gardens - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR

Dress for the weather, in clothes you don't mind getting dirty

Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING

Water bottle

Your own work gloves/tools if preferred

Sunscreen

Bug spray

If you have a trowel, knee pads, or kneeling pads you can bring those, too but tools are provided

Registration notes:

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

Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are welcome

This volunteer opportunity is fun and open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 



Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact volunteer@openspacestl.org. We would love for you to join us!


Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 29, 2026

Zip Code: 63146

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Mallard Lake Pollinator Garden Maintenance on July 25th

Help us maintain and keep these demonstration pollinator gardens beautiful!

WHAT:  Join the Community Stewardship Alliance for pollinator garden maintenance at Mallard Lake. There will be varying activities ranging from removing unwanted plants, planting new plants, and general clean-up of the three pollinator gardens.

WHEN: Saturday, July 25th, 8:30-12. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

WHERE: Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, near the Lakehouse Bar & Grill, 2160 Creve Coeur Mill Rd, St. Louis, MO 63146. The meeting location will be at the parking lot near the gardens - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR

Dress for the weather, in clothes you don't mind getting dirty Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING

Water bottle Your own work gloves/tools if preferred Sunscreen Bug spray If you have a trowel, knee pads, or kneeling pads you can bring those, too but tools are provided

Registration notes:

The annual OS-STL liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this cleanup opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here. Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are welcome This volunteer opportunity is fun and open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact volunteer@openspacestl.org. We would love for you to join us!

Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake

Help us maintain and keep these demonstration pollinator gardens beautiful!

WHAT:  Join the Community Stewardship Alliance for pollinator garden maintenance at Mallard Lake. There will be varying activities ranging from removing unwanted plants, planting new plants, and general clean-up of the three pollinator gardens.

WHEN: Saturday, July 25th, 8:30-12. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

WHERE: Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, near the Lakehouse Bar & Grill, 2160 Creve Coeur Mill Rd, St. Louis, MO 63146. The meeting location will be at the parking lot near the gardens - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR

Dress for the weather, in clothes you don't mind getting dirty Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING

Water bottle Your own work gloves/tools if preferred Sunscreen Bug spray If you have a trowel, knee pads, or kneeling pads you can bring those, too but tools are provided

Registration notes:

The annual OS-STL liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this cleanup opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here. Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are welcome This volunteer opportunity is fun and open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact volunteer@openspacestl.org. We would love for you to join us!

Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 25, 2026

Zip Code: 63146

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Nature Night Noises

WHAT: Take a moment out of your busy schedule and join Community Stewardship Alliance for a walk to the Gravois Creek Conservation Area and discover the noises of dusk and early night!  We'll walk about a mile listening for the insects, frogs, and birds. We will also look for lightning bugs and bats.

WHERE: Gravois Greenway at the Mysun Charitable Foundation Trailhead, 4379 Hoffmeister Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125; see map for exact location. Volunteers will meet and check-in near the tables/bathroom area at the trailhead and then walk along Grant's Trail. 

WHEN: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Friday, June 5th. Volunteer check-in will begin at 7:45 PM. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes, we recommend long pants and sleeves Sturdy shoes or boots Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! FlashlightBug/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.  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

Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Gravois Creek Conservation Area

WHAT: Take a moment out of your busy schedule and join Community Stewardship Alliance for a walk to the Gravois Creek Conservation Area and discover the noises of dusk and early night!  We'll walk about a mile listening for the insects, frogs, and birds. We will also look for lightning bugs and bats.

WHERE: Gravois Greenway at the Mysun Charitable Foundation Trailhead, 4379 Hoffmeister Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125; see map for exact location. Volunteers will meet and check-in near the tables/bathroom area at the trailhead and then walk along Grant's Trail. 

WHEN: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Friday, June 5th. Volunteer check-in will begin at 7:45 PM. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Clothes, we recommend long pants and sleeves Sturdy shoes or boots Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! FlashlightBug/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.  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

Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Gravois Creek Conservation Area

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jun 5, 2026

Zip Code: 63125

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: June 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, June 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, June 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 Jun 6, 2026

Zip Code: 63121

Allow Groups: Yes