Opportunities From: Open Space STL

-Volunteers of all ages are welcome
-Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
-Volunteers 18 and under may not handle herbicides
-A signed OSC Liability Waiver is required prior to participation.

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.

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!

Trip Leader: Marvin Behnke, Steve Silver, El Halterman, & Nia Walker

WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will clean up the Meramec River section from the Allentown access to Route 66 State Park. Volunteers will meet at Route 66 State Park, shuttle to the Allentown Access and float back to Route 66 SP.  Volunteers are expected to assist in loading and unloading boats! There will be a limited amount of boats available, meaning volunteers must register via this link. Each registration is for one seat in a canoe. If you have two people for a canoe, make sure they both register! Walk-ups will not be guaranteed a boat. If you bring your own boat, be prepared to transport it. 

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: 7:30 am, Saturday, August 22nd, volunteer check-in begins at 7:15

WHERE: Route 66 State Park, 97 N Outer Rd, Eureka, MO 63025 - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

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!

Trip Leader: Larry Lazar

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. We can provide boats for volunteers at this site, though you are also welcome to bring your own. 

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.

Volunteers will meet at Route 66 State Park to leave boats at the ramp, then they will shuttle cars to the take out ramp at Sherman Beach Park, 1590 St Paul Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021, exact location here. 

Volunteers will then return to the Route 66 boat ramp to begin their float. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

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!

Trip Leader: Scott Darrough

WHAT: Join us at Byrnes Mill City Park to remove trash and debris from the park and areas around the Meramec River. This is mostly a land-based cleanup, but volunteers may also bring their own boats, if they have them. There's plenty to clean up both on land and water, so be prepared for anything, and expect to have a great time!

Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in the 59th Operation Clean Stream!

WHEN: 9:00 am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Byrnes Mill City Park, 3653 Byrnes Mill Rd., Byrnes Mill, MO 63051. Exact location here.

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 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

A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 16

This land-based cleanup does not require a canoe/kayak, but volunteers are welcome to bring one if they'd like

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! 

Trip Leaders: Nan and Robert Corcoran

WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will clean up the Meramec River section from the I-44 Bridge to the Hwy 30 Bridge (3.5 miles). The put in and meeting spot will be at Greentree Park. This is a Bring your own boat event. 

Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream!

WHEN: 8:30 am, Saturday, August 22nd, volunteer check-in begins at 8:15 am. 

WHERE: Greentree Park, 2150 Marshall Rd Kirkwood, MO 63122, or exact location here

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 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

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! 

Trip Leader: STL Clean Up Crew

WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will clean trash from areas along the River Scene Trail in Castlewood State Park. This area was flooded multiple times over the past year. Volunteers will not get in the water for this cleanup.

Wheelbarrows may be useful to transport larger pieces and amounts of trash. There are several large pieces of trash including: refrigerators, doors, pallets, and parts of a port-a-potty. Volunteers will work together to move these larger items into an area where the Castlewood staff can help move them into a dumpster. Let's work together to keep Castlewood clean!

All volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream!

WHEN: 9:00 am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Castlewood State Park 505 Ballwin, MO 63021 - Volunteers will meet at the end of the road, near the tunnel and train tracks. See Map for exact location. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Park! Enjoy hotdogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water! You can find more information about the picnic and Passport to Clean Water here.

Trip Leader: Kris Oman

WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, this water-based volunteer opportunity will focus on picking up litter in the Meramec River from The Castlewood Boat Ramp to the Greentree Park Boat Ramp. 

Volunteers will meet at the Castlewood Park to drop boats off at the boat ramp, shuttle to Greentree park to leave cars at the takeout, then drive back to Castlewood to start the float. Please note, this particular opportunity is Bring Your Own Boat (BYOB).

WHEN: 9:00am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am.

WHERE: Volunteers will meet at the Castlewood boat ramp, then shuttle cars to Greentree Park. The Castlewood boat ramp will be opened for volunteers on that day only.

Address for Castlewood Park Boat Ramp: 1401 Kiefer Creek Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021. In order to get to the boat ramp, drive through the main park entrance and drive all the way to the back of the park, under the train bridge, and park in the lot. see map for exact location.

Address for Greentree Boat Ramp: 2202 Marshall Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122 - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING:

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED for a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Lake Park! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our fun educational youth event, Passport to Clean Water!

Trip Leader: Mitchell Norris

WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will clean up the river section from the Flamm City Public Boat Ramp to the Mississippi River. This volunteer opportunity has limited space on canoes and motor boats for those who wish to join.

Volunteers can clean up on land, with some canoes and other boats available on a limited bases. Everyone will receive a free t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream!

WHEN: 8:00 am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 7:45am.

WHERE: Flamm City Public Boat Ramp, 1100 Telegraph Rd, Arnold, MO 63010 - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Park! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water!

Trip Leader: Rob Viehman

WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will clean up sections of the Meramec River from Woodson K. Woods Access near Meramec Spring Park to Bird’s Nest Access near Steelville. Volunteers will meet at Steelville Middle School and disperse to cleanup areas from there. This is a Bring Your Own Boat event. 

Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream!

WHEN: 7:00 am, Saturday, August 22nd, volunteer check-in begins at 6:45 am. 

WHERE: Meet at Steelville Middle School, 810 Main St, Steelville, MO 65565. Exact location here. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 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

A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 16.

All volunteers are invited to a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Park! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water! 

Trip Leader: Scott Emmelkamp

WHAT: As part of the 59th Operation Clean Stream, this water-based volunteer opportunity will focus on picking up litter in the Meramec River from Greentree Park to George Winter Park. Each registration is for one seat in a 2-person canoe. If you have two people for a canoe, make sure they both register! Volunteers are expected to assist in loading and unloading boats!

WHEN: 9:00am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will take place at 8:45am

WHERE: Meet at George Winter Park, then shuttle to the boat ramp at Greentree Park, 2202 Marshall Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122 - see map for location.

Transportation (Two Options): (IMPORTANT)

Arrange your own transportation with a family member or friend to drop off a car at George Winter Park at 8:30 am in the morning, then have them take you to Greentree Park to the boat ramp. Then you will have a car staged at George Winter to use after the float. Then you can go to the picnic at Simpson Park.

Very Limited Capacity - Drop off your car in the morning at George Winter and go with me to Greentree Park. Trip Leader can transport three or four people. He will reach out a few days before the cleanup to determine who needs to shuttle with him.  For this option, meet him at George Winter Park at 8:15 am. George Winter Park address is: 401 Allen Road Fenton, MO 63026. We will leave George Winter Park no later than 8:30 am.

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING:

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Park! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water! You can find more information about the picnic and Passport to Clean Water here

Trip Leader: Brian Peters

WHAT: Join us at beautiful Butler Lake for the 59th Operation Clean Stream to remove trash from the park and waterfront of the Meramec River. This is a land-based cleanup. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream!

This site contains a fair amount of litter around the lake and surrounding trails, including some bigger items (including a couch!) and possibly some trash items that may be more suitable for adult volunteers. Volunteers are encouraged to wear gloves (provided) along with long boots and pants. There is some short plant growth along the hiking path that volunteers may want to walk through to gather some trash items. Insect repellent is also recommended.

WHEN: 9:00 am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Butler Lake, 6421 Meramec Bottom Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128 - see map for exact location. Carpooling is recommended for groups with multiple volunteers.

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

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! 

Trip Leader: Eric Reiss

WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will clean trash along the upper section of Kiefer Creek in Castlewood State Park. Volunteers will meet at the lot near Kiefer Creek, then enter the creek for the cleanup. Most litter will be along the sides of the creek on land, but volunteers are encouraged to cool off in the creek at any time!

For anyone looking for an extra challenge, bring a shovel to help dig out some submerged trash in the creek!

Volunteers may be asked to help move trash down the street and into the Castlewood near the Castlewood boat ramp.

WHEN: 9:00am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Meet at the picnic area @ Castlewood State Park, 1401 Kiefer Creek Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021. Parking area here

* Red arrow indicates where trash can be loaded into vehicles, blue represents upper Kiefer creek, where cleanup will occur

Once trash is loaded into vehicles--they can be driven down to the dumpster location (marked with a yellow star)

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

Volunteers will receive a free t-shirt while supplies last

ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Park! Enjoy hotdogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water!

Trip Leader: Kai Yarasheski & Jack Bilka

WHAT: Join us at Minnie Ha Ha Park to remove trash and debris from the park and areas around the Meramec River. This is a land-based cleanup. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in the 59th Operation Clean Stream!

WHEN: 9:00 am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Minnie Ha Ha Park - 801 Old Gravois Rd. Sunset Hills, MO 63127 - see map for exact location. Volunteers will meet at Lot E. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

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! 

-Volunteers of all ages are welcome
-Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
-Volunteers 18 and under may not handle herbicides
-A signed OSC Liability Waiver is required prior to participation.

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.

-Volunteers of all ages are welcome
-Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
-Volunteers 18 and under may not handle herbicides
-A signed OSC Liability Waiver is required prior to participation.

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.

-Volunteers of all ages are welcome
-Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
-Volunteers 18 and under may not handle herbicides
-A signed OSC Liability Waiver is required prior to participation.

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.

-Volunteers of all ages are welcome
-Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
-Volunteers 18 and under may not handle herbicides
-A signed OSC Liability Waiver is required prior to participation.

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.

-Volunteers of all ages are welcome
-Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
-Volunteers 18 and under may not handle herbicides
-A signed OSC Liability Waiver is required prior to participation.

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.

-Volunteers of all ages are welcome
-Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
-Volunteers 18 and under may not handle herbicides
-A signed OSC Liability Waiver is required prior to participation.

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.

Trip Leader: Adam Rembert

WHAT: Let's clean up the riverside! Adam Rembert will lead a group under the bridge, to clean up trash along and above the riverbank. This cleanup does not involve boats or getting into the water, though you may get your feet wet if you walk too close to the river!

Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in the 59th Operation Clean Stream!

WHEN: 9:00 am, Saturday August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am.

WHERE: Meet near 13977 Tesson Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128. Click here for exact meeting location.

Parking is limited at this location, so please consider carpooling if you can.

WHAT TO WEAR:

Dress for the weather

Wear clothes that can get dirty

Closed-toe, sturdy shoes

Hat & sunscreen

WHAT TO BRING: 

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

Bug spray

 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

A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 16

There are no restrooms available at this site.

This land-based cleanup does not require a canoe/kayak

ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to a celebratory picnic at Simpson Park on Saturday, August 22nd! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water! 

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:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

This 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!

Trip Leader: Gwyn Wahlmann, Scott George, and Josh Crewes

WHAT: Join us at Emmenegger Park for the 59th Operation Clean Stream to remove trash from the park and waterfront of the Meramec River. This is a land-based cleanup. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream!

WHEN: 9:00 am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Emmenegger Nature Park, 11991 Stoneywood Dr, St. Louis, MO 63122 - see map for exact location. Volunteers will meet at pavilion near park entrance.

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

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! 

Trip Leaders: Blake Ritter & Anna Carreòn

WHAT: Join us at Lower Meramec Park for the 59th Operation Clean Stream to remove trash from the park and waterfront of the Meramec River. This is a land-based cleanup. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream!

WHEN: 9:00 am, Saturday, August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Lower Meramec Park, Holzers Pk Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128 - see map for exact location. Volunteers will meet at the Holzers Park Road trailhead.

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

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!

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 15th. 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:

WHAT TO BRING:

REGISTRATION NOTES:

Trip Leader: Gene Nickason and Bob Jung

WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will clean up Simpson Lake Park during this water-based cleanup. This opportunity is for those who will bring their own boat (BYOB) to the cleanup. 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 8:15am. 

WHERE: Simpson Park, 1234 Marshall Rd, Valley Park, MO 63088 - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to stay for a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Park! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water!

Trip Leader: Gene Nickason and Bob Jung

WHAT: As part of the 59th annual Operation Clean Stream, volunteers will help clean up Simpson Lake Park during this water-based cleanup. This opportunity is for those who do not have their own boat and want to participate in a cleanup 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 8:15am. 

WHERE: Simpson Lake Park, 1234 Marshall Rd, Valley Park, MO 63088 - see map for exact location.

WHAT TO WEAR:

WHAT TO BRING: 

 REGISTRATION NOTES: 

ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to stay for a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Lake Park! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our fun educational youth event, Passport to Clean Water!

Vent your frustrations on Asian Bush Honeysuckle and remove it from the landscape

When: Saturday, Dec. 5th, 8:30am-12pm. Volunteer check-in starts at 8:15.

Where: Meet at the edge of Creve Coeur Lake, here. Enter the park by the soccer fields and drive all the way back to the parking lot by the lake. 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.

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
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.

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, 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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:

WHAT TO BRING:

REGISTRATION NOTES: