Volunteer

Get Involved! Make a Difference Today!

You can play a key role in protecting the health of our watershed! There are many ways you can help — whether you’re interested in hands-on volunteer work, spreading awareness, or supporting educational initiatives.

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Tree Planting & Restoration: Join us for tree planting events, where we work to restore native habitats and protect our local ecosystem.
  • Invasive Species Removal: Participate in work parties dedicated to removing harmful invasive species and installing native plants.
  • Workshops & Presentations: Host or attend free educational workshops that empower the community to take action for watershed health.
  • Plan the Urban Forest Summit: Get involved in planning for next year’s summit and contribute to its success.

To stay updated on volunteer opportunities, email Jack at jack@oswegowatershed.org to be added to our volunteer mailing list.

Urban Forest Restoration:

Interested in helping us restore urban forests? There are several ways you can contribute:

  • Join the Urban Forest Committee: Work with us on strategic planning and initiatives.
  • Participate in Restoration & Planting Work Parties: Get your hands dirty and help us plant native trees.
  • Urban Forest Summit: Assist with planning or coordinating our annual summit.
  • Tree Data Collection: Help us monitor and map local tree populations through the LO Survey.

To get involved, contact Rio at rio@oswegowatershed.org.

Education and Outreach::

Interested in supporting education and outreach in our community? There are several ways you can get involved:

  • Join the Education and Outreach Committee: Help us plan and implement initiatives to engage the community
  • Support Events: Lend a hand with unique events like Soil Your Undies or the Bee BioBlitz.
  • Assist with Field Trips: Help with 2nd and 5th grade walking field trip programs and share your knowledge with young learners.

To get involved, contact Megan at megan@oswegowatershed.org.