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  • CANCELLED: Storm Drain Stenciling-September 18, 2025 (4:30-6:30pm)

    Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm...

  • Storm Drain Stenciling-September 23, 2025 (7:00-9:00am)

    Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm...

  • HHW Pre-Event Volunteering: September 25 & 26 [Multiple Shifts]

    Ecology Action Center 202 W College Ave, Normal, IL, United States

    Prior to the Household Hazardous Waste Collection event we will need assistance stuffing brochures with information to be given out during the event. Please sign up for one or more shifts occurring on September 25 from 3:00-5:00pm & 5:30-7:30pm, and on September 26 from 9:00-11:00am.

  • Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Volunteering: October 4, 2025

    The McLean County Household Hazardous Waste collection event being held on Saturday, October 4 depends on the assistance of dozens of volunteers to run smoothly.  Please consider signing up for a shift to assist with traffic control or other needs. Shifts are from 7:30-10:30am, 10:15-1:15pm, and 1-4pm. We are especially...

  • Storm Drain Stenciling-October 12, 2025 (10:00-12:00pm)

    Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm...

  • Storm Drain Stenciling-October 26, 2025 (10:00-12:00pm)

    Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm...

  • Storm Drain Stenciling-October 26, 2025 (2:30-4:30pm)

    Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm...

  • Tree Potting Workday – November 5, 2025 (12:30-3pm)

    EAC Nursery Bloomington, IL

    Registration for this event is closed. Please sign up for other upcoming events, or contact us with questions: ecologyactioncenter.org/contact/ Help the Ecology Action Center harvest and pot trees that are planted at our nursery on West Jefferson street so that they can be planted at other sites.  Volunteers must be...

  • Dropbox User Survey: November 8, 2025 (9:30-12:00pm)

    Volunteers will conduct a user survey of individuals using the recycling dropboxes in our community.  The data collected will better inform the Ecology Action Center and the local governments as to the usage of this service relative to curbside recycling services in our area. No specific experience is required for...

  • Tree Potting Workday – November 12, 2025 (9-11:30am)

    EAC Nursery Bloomington, IL

    The registration window has closed for this event. Please check out other volunteer dates, or contact us with questions.   Help the Ecology Action Center harvest and pot trees that are planted at our nursery on West Jefferson street so that they can be planted at other sites.  Volunteers must...

  • Tree Potting Workday – November 14, 2025 (9-11:30am)

    EAC Nursery Bloomington, IL

    Registration is now closed for this event. Please see other future dates, or contact us with the subject Tree Corps with any questions. Help the Ecology Action Center harvest and pot trees that are planted at our nursery on West Jefferson street so that they can be planted at other...

  • Tree Potting Workday – November 14, 2025 (12:30-3pm)

    EAC Nursery Bloomington, IL

    Registration is now closed for this event. Please see other future dates, or contact us with the subject Tree Corps with any questions. Help the Ecology Action Center harvest and pot trees that are planted at our nursery on West Jefferson street so that they can be planted at other...

  • Dropbox User Survey: November 15, 2025 (9:00am-11:30am)

    Volunteers will conduct a user survey of individuals using the recycling drop boxes in our community.  The data collected will better inform the Ecology Action Center and the local governments as to the usage of this service relative to the curbside recycling services in our area. No specific experience is...

  • Tree Potting Workday – November 19, 2025 (9-11:30am)

    EAC Nursery Bloomington, IL

    The sign up window for this event is now closed. Please check out future opportunities, or contact us with questions! Help the Ecology Action Center harvest and pot trees that are planted at our nursery on West Jefferson street so that they can be planted at other sites.  Volunteers must...

  • Tree Potting Workday – November 21, 2025 (9-11:30am)

    EAC Nursery Bloomington, IL

    Registration is now closed for this event.   Help the Ecology Action Center harvest and pot trees that are planted at our nursery on West Jefferson street so that they can be planted at other sites.  Volunteers must be 18 years old or older or alternately 14 years or older...

  • Angler’s Lake Stakeholder Meetings: January 6 & 7 (5:30-7:00pm)

    Bloomington Public Library Community Room 205 E Olive Street, Bloomington, IL, United States

    Anglers Lake has benefited from stewardship efforts over the years by individuals, the City of Bloomington, and other partners, and it continues to be a valued site for many in our community. Unfortunately, native biodiversity at the site has declined as invasive species have spread and displaced native grasses, forbs, and...

  • Angler’s Lake Stakeholder Meetings: January 6 & 7 (5:30-7:00pm)

    Bloomington Public Library Community Room 205 E Olive Street, Bloomington, IL, United States

    Anglers Lake has benefited from stewardship efforts over the years by individuals, the City of Bloomington, and other partners, and it continues to be a valued site for many in our community. Unfortunately, native biodiversity at the site has declined as invasive species have spread and displaced native grasses, forbs, and...

  • Grand Prairie Bird Alliance volunteer workday – let’s clean up Sugar Creek!

    Illinois Art Station 101 E. Vernon, Normal

    Did you know that you can see bluebirds, woodpeckers, and so many other birds at the Illinois Art Station? This charming property at 101 E. Vernon includes a nice little forested area adjacent to Sugar Creek, making it the perfect place for birds to meet their every day needs -...

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  • Tree Potting Workday – Friday February 27, 2026

    EAC Nursery Bloomington, IL

    Tree Corps in February!? You heard that right! We're taking advantage of the warm weather and kicking off the winter blues with a tree potting workday! Afternoon shift 1-3:30pm. Registration has closed for this event. Help the Ecology Action Center harvest and pot trees that are planted at our nursery...

  • Tree Potting Workday – Friday March 6, 2026

    EAC Nursery Bloomington, IL

    Tree Corps time already!? You heard that right! We're taking advantage of the warm weather and kicking off the winter blues with a tree potting workday! Morning and afternoon shifts available. *Please note that sign up is closed at this time* Help the Ecology Action Center harvest and pot trees...

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