Volunteer: Trash Pick Up in Willmore Park (Fireworks Litter - Post 4th of July)Please join Friends of Willmore Park for a trash pick up in Willmore Park on Sunday, July 5th. There will probably be a lot of fireworks shot off in the park on the 4th and left on the ground. Meet us at the Playground in the Park, along Jamieson, exact location here. As a group, we would like to help clean up this mess and we could use your help! All ages welcome! Bring a water bottle and good walking shoes. You don't need to bring any tools. But if you have a trash-grabber or a pair of gloves, please feel free to bring them. Please join us! best, Aaron Dohogne Board President - Friends of Willmore Park Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Willmore Park Please join Friends of Willmore Park for a trash pick up in Willmore Park on Sunday, July 5th. There will probably be a lot of fireworks shot off in the park on the 4th and left on the ground. Meet us at the Playground in the Park, along Jamieson, exact location here. As a group, we would like to help clean up this mess and we could use your help! All ages welcome! Bring a water bottle and good walking shoes. You don't need to bring any tools. But if you have a trash-grabber or a pair of gloves, please feel free to bring them. Please join us! best, Aaron Dohogne Board President - Friends of Willmore Park Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Willmore Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Jul 5, 2026 Zip Code: 63109 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Bee Survey at Mallard Lake on July 11thLet'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: Paddle After DarkPaddle After Dark returns on Friday, July 17th at Simpson Lake. We need volunteers to help with set up beginning at 4 pm. Registration/Ticket Table, Food/S'mores Table, Boat Assistance, On Water Safety and helping mix up a cocktail from Tito's Handmade Vodka and finally, breakdown of the event. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and your help will be critical to making it a success. Program: OS-STL Board Member Engagement Paddle After Dark returns on Friday, July 17th at Simpson Lake. We need volunteers to help with set up beginning at 4 pm. Registration/Ticket Table, Food/S'mores Table, Boat Assistance, On Water Safety and helping mix up a cocktail from Tito's Handmade Vodka and finally, breakdown of the event. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and your help will be critical to making it a success. Program: OS-STL Board Member Engagement Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 63088 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Mallard Lake Pollinator Garden Maintenance on July 25thHelp 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 shoesWHAT 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 providedRegistration 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 shoesWHAT 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 providedRegistration 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: Land-Based Cleanup: Simpson ParkTrip Leader: Gene Nickason and Bob Jung WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will help clean up Simpson Park during this land-based cleanup. This opportunity is for cleaning areas on land in Simpson Lake Park, not on the water. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream! WHEN: 8:30 am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:15 am. WHERE: Simpson Park, 1234 Marshall Rd, Valley Park, MO 63088 - see map for exact location. WHAT TO WEAR: Dress for the weather Wear clothes that can get dirty Closed-toe, sturdy shoes Hat & sunscreenWHAT TO BRING: A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Bug sprayREGISTRATION 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 A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 16This signup is for the land-based portion of Simpson Park. ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to stay for a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Lake Park! Enjoy hotdogs, drinks, comradery, and our fun educational youth event, Passport to Clean Water! Program: Operation Clean Stream Trip Leader: Gene Nickason and Bob Jung WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will help clean up Simpson Park during this land-based cleanup. This opportunity is for cleaning areas on land in Simpson Lake Park, not on the water. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream! WHEN: 8:30 am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:15 am. WHERE: Simpson Park, 1234 Marshall Rd, Valley Park, MO 63088 - see map for exact location. WHAT TO WEAR: Dress for the weather Wear clothes that can get dirty Closed-toe, sturdy shoes Hat & sunscreenWHAT TO BRING: A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Bug sprayREGISTRATION 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 A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 16This signup is for the land-based portion of Simpson Park. ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to stay for a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Lake Park! Enjoy hotdogs, drinks, comradery, and our fun educational youth event, Passport to Clean Water! Program: Operation Clean Stream Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 22, 2026 Zip Code: 63088 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Water-Based Cleanup: BYOB Route 66 State Park to Sherman BeachTrip Leader: Larry Lazar, Route 66 CSA Ambassador WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will clean up the Meramec River section from Route 66 State Park boat ramp to Sherman Beach. Volunteers will meet at Route 66 State Park boat ramp, carpool/shuttle to Sherman Beach then drive back to the Route 66 SP boat ramp to start the trip. This is a Bring Your Own Boat site! Volunteers are expected to assist in loading and unloading boats! The clean up is estimated to end around 3:00, but it is important to note that clean up duration may be affected by river speeds. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream! WHEN: 8am, Saturday, August 22nd, volunteer check-in begins at 8am WHERE: Route 66 State Park Boat Launch, 50 S Outer Rd, Eureka, MO 63025 - see map for exact location. WHAT TO WEAR: Dress for the weather Wear clothes that can get dirty Closed-toe, sturdy shoes Hat & sunscreenWHAT TO BRING: A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!Snacks and a lunch Bug sprayA Boat(s)something to keep your phone dryREGISTRATION 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 A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 16 ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Lake Park! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water! Program: Operation Clean Stream Trip Leader: Larry Lazar, Route 66 CSA Ambassador WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will clean up the Meramec River section from Route 66 State Park boat ramp to Sherman Beach. Volunteers will meet at Route 66 State Park boat ramp, carpool/shuttle to Sherman Beach then drive back to the Route 66 SP boat ramp to start the trip. This is a Bring Your Own Boat site! Volunteers are expected to assist in loading and unloading boats! The clean up is estimated to end around 3:00, but it is important to note that clean up duration may be affected by river speeds. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream! WHEN: 8am, Saturday, August 22nd, volunteer check-in begins at 8am WHERE: Route 66 State Park Boat Launch, 50 S Outer Rd, Eureka, MO 63025 - see map for exact location. WHAT TO WEAR: Dress for the weather Wear clothes that can get dirty Closed-toe, sturdy shoes Hat & sunscreenWHAT TO BRING: A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!Snacks and a lunch Bug sprayA Boat(s)something to keep your phone dryREGISTRATION 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 A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 16 ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Lake Park! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water! Program: Operation Clean Stream Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 22, 2026 Zip Code: 63025 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Mallard Lake Pollinator Garden Maintenance on August 29thHelp 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: September Honeysuckle Hack at St. Vincent ParkWHAT: 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: Remove the Lakehouse Shrubs at Mallard Lake on September 26thWe 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, September 26th, 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, September 26th, 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: Honeysuckle Hack at Castlewood State Park on October 1stWHAT: 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, Saturday, October 1st. 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 shoesWHAT 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 sprayREGISTRATION 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, Saturday, October 1st. 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 shoesWHAT 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 sprayREGISTRATION 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 1, 2026 Zip Code: 63021 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: October Honeysuckle Hack at St. Vincent ParkWHAT: 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, October 3. 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, October 3. 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 Oct 3, 2026 Zip Code: 63121 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: October Pollinator Garden Maintenance on October 3rdHelp us maintain and keep these demonstration pollinator gardens beautiful! 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, Oct. 3rd, 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 closed toe 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 Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake Help us maintain and keep these demonstration pollinator gardens beautiful! 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, Oct. 3rd, 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 closed toe 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 Program: Community Stewardship Alliance at Creve Coeur @ Mallard Lake Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 3, 2026 Zip Code: 63146 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Phragmites Treatment at Wood Duck Blind, Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area Oct. 24, 2026WHAT: The observation blind by the Wood Duck Pond has been choked by 12-foot tall invasive phragmites grass for past several years. Only with hand treatment will the grass be controlled to allow use of the blind by the pond. WHERE: Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area 152 River Valley Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Exact location here. We will assemble at the South Parking lot. WHEN: Saturday, October 24, 2026. 9am - 12 noon. Volunteer check-in will begin at 15 min before event. WHAT TO WEAR: Clothes that you don't mind getting wet and dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes. Depending on rain this year there may be standing water, making wading boots a consideration. Dress for the weather! WHAT TO BRING: A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Hand tools will be provided. If you prefer your own power tools, you are welcome to bring them Sunscreen Porta potties are expected at the South Parking. Water for drinking and hand washing will be available Herbicide use is optional; if used PPE is not optional. Bring a friend. If time and interest we can meet afterward at the Lakehouse Grill 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: The observation blind by the Wood Duck Pond has been choked by 12-foot tall invasive phragmites grass for past several years. Only with hand treatment will the grass be controlled to allow use of the blind by the pond. WHERE: Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area 152 River Valley Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Exact location here. We will assemble at the South Parking lot. WHEN: Saturday, October 24, 2026. 9am - 12 noon. Volunteer check-in will begin at 15 min before event. WHAT TO WEAR: Clothes that you don't mind getting wet and dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes. Depending on rain this year there may be standing water, making wading boots a consideration. Dress for the weather! WHAT TO BRING: A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Hand tools will be provided. If you prefer your own power tools, you are welcome to bring them Sunscreen Porta potties are expected at the South Parking. Water for drinking and hand washing will be available Herbicide use is optional; if used PPE is not optional. Bring a friend. If time and interest we can meet afterward at the Lakehouse Grill 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 Oct 24, 2026 Zip Code: 63017 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Plant New Shrubs at the Lakehouse near Mallard Lake on October 24thWe 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, October 24th, 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, October 24th, 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: November Honeysuckle Hack at St. Vincent ParkWHAT: 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 7. 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 7. 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 7, 2026 Zip Code: 63121 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Tree Planting at Unit 8, November 7, 2026WHAT: The area by Old Trees along Highway 141 was cleared of bush honeysuckle in March of 2026. This area will be ready for a new look with planting of young saplings in the field adjacent to the highway. WHERE: Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area 152 River Valley Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Exact location here. We will assemble at the South Parking lot adn carpool to the work site. WHEN: Saturday, November 7, 2026. 9am - 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. Dress for the weather! WHAT TO BRING: A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Hand tools will be provided. If you prefer your own power tools, you are welcome to bring them Sunscreen Porta potties are expected at the South Parking. Water for drinking and hand washing will be available Herbicide use is optional; if used PPE is not optional. Bring a friend. If time and interest we can meet afterward at the Lakehouse Grill 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: The area by Old Trees along Highway 141 was cleared of bush honeysuckle in March of 2026. This area will be ready for a new look with planting of young saplings in the field adjacent to the highway. WHERE: Little Creve Coeur Ecological Area 152 River Valley Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Exact location here. We will assemble at the South Parking lot adn carpool to the work site. WHEN: Saturday, November 7, 2026. 9am - 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. Dress for the weather! WHAT TO BRING: A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Hand tools will be provided. If you prefer your own power tools, you are welcome to bring them Sunscreen Porta potties are expected at the South Parking. Water for drinking and hand washing will be available Herbicide use is optional; if used PPE is not optional. Bring a friend. If time and interest we can meet afterward at the Lakehouse Grill 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 7, 2026 Zip Code: 63017 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: November Pollinator Garden Maintenance on November 7th
When: Saturday, Nov. 7th, 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
When: Saturday, Nov. 7th, 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 Nov 7, 2026 Zip Code: 63146 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: December Honeysuckle Hack at St. Vincent ParkWHAT: 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 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, December 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 Dec 5, 2026 Zip Code: 63121 Allow Groups: Yes |