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SUMMARY:McLean County Fair Green Team: July 23-26 (Multiple Shifts Available)
DESCRIPTION:The McLean County Fair is going GREEN for the third time in a row! In partnership with the McLean County Fair\, the Ecology Action Center will have recycling receptacles available for recyclables generated at the county fair. However\, in order for this initiative to be successful\, the EAC is recruiting volunteer green team members to help staff these receptacles. Volunteer duties will include educating fair goers of what is and is not recyclable\, collecting recyclables\, and monitoring receptacles for contamination. The McLean County fair is being held July 23-27 at the McLean County fairgrounds. Volunteers 16 years or older can sign up for a 3 hour shift (4:00-6:30pm\, 6:00-8:30pm\, and/or 8:00-11:00pm). Volunteers are mostly needed during evening shifts on Friday and Saturday. As a volunteer you will be given a Green Team volunteer t-shirt for you to keep and free entrance into the fair for another day of your choosing. Please sign up for a shift (or multiple) below!\n*This volunteer event registration has been closed. If you are interested in volunteering please call 309-454-3169 ext. 18*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/mclean-county-fair-green-team-july-23-26-multiple-shifts-available/
CATEGORIES:Trash Clean Up,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T173000
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SUMMARY:Storm Drain Stenciling-August 1\, 2025 (3:30-5:30pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 drains and distribute informational door hangers to remind residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution and how they can prevent it. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. \nMore information regarding location and parking will be sent on the day before the volunteer day. This volunteer event needs a minimum of 6 people. Please register each participant individually. Please note that registration is required for this event. Registration will end at noon the day before the volunteer event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169. \n \n*Please note that registration for this event closes at 8:00am the day before the event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169* \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/storm-drain-stenciling-august-1-2025-330-530pm-2/
CATEGORIES:Storm Drain Stenciling,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250702T204934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T204934Z
UID:10000825-1754748000-1754755200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Storm Drain Stenciling-August 9\, 2025 (2:00-4:00pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 drains and distribute informational door hangers to remind residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution and how they can prevent it. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. \nMore information regarding location and parking will be sent on the day before the volunteer day. This volunteer event needs a minimum of 6 people. Please register each participant individually. Please note that registration is required for this event. Registration will end at noon the day before the volunteer event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169. \n \n*Please note that registration for this event closes at 8:00am the day before the event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169* \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/storm-drain-stenciling-august-9-2025-200-400pm/
CATEGORIES:Storm Drain Stenciling,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T183000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250702T205041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T205041Z
UID:10000826-1755019800-1755023400@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Storm Drain Stenciling-August 12\, 2025 (5:30-7:30pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 drains and distribute informational door hangers to remind residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution and how they can prevent it. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. \nMore information regarding location and parking will be sent on the day before the volunteer day. This volunteer event needs a minimum of 6 people. Please register each participant individually. Please note that registration is required for this event. Registration will end at noon the day before the volunteer event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169. \n \n*Please note that registration for this event closes at 8:00am the day before the event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169* \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/storm-drain-stenciling-august-12-2025-530-730pm/
CATEGORIES:Storm Drain Stenciling,volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250820T134519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T134558Z
UID:10000847-1755993600-1756079999@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Sweet Corn Circus Composting: August 24\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Ecology Action Center needs 1-2 volunteers per shift (11:00-1:30pm & 1:30-4:30pm) to help us at our booth at the Sweet Corn Circus. Volunteers will help alert Sweet Corn Circus attendees to composting services provided by the Ecology Action Center. Volunteers will also help at the booth ensuring materials are being disposed of in the correct bins. \nVolunteers need to be 16 years or older\, and able to stand on their feet for multiple hours at a time. Work will be outdoors\, so volunteers need to dress appropriately for the weather.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/sweet-corn-circus-composting-august-24-2025/
CATEGORIES:Trash Clean Up,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250702T205144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T203117Z
UID:10000827-1756310400-1756317600@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Storm Drain Stenciling-August 27\, 2025 (4:00-6:00pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 drains and distribute informational door hangers to remind residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution and how they can prevent it. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. \nMore information regarding location and parking will be sent on the day before the volunteer day. This volunteer event needs a minimum of 6 people. Please register each participant individually. Please note that registration is required for this event. Registration will end at noon the day before the volunteer event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169. \n \n*Please note that registration for this event closes at 8:00am the day before the event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169* \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/storm-drain-stenciling-august-27-2025-400-600pm/
CATEGORIES:Storm Drain Stenciling,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250730T203238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T203238Z
UID:10000840-1757163600-1757170800@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Storm Drain Stenciling-September 6\, 2025 (1:00-3:00pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 drains and distribute informational door hangers to remind residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution and how they can prevent it. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. \nMore information regarding location and parking will be sent on the day before the volunteer day. This volunteer event needs a minimum of 6 people. Please register each participant individually. Please note that registration is required for this event. Registration will end at noon the day before the volunteer event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169. \n \n*Please note that registration for this event closes at 8:00am the day before the event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169* \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/storm-drain-stenciling-september-6-2025-100-300pm/
CATEGORIES:Storm Drain Stenciling,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T183000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250730T203922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T160925Z
UID:10000841-1758213000-1758220200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Storm Drain Stenciling-September 18\, 2025 (4:30-6:30pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 drains and distribute informational door hangers to remind residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution and how they can prevent it. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. \nMore information regarding location and parking will be sent on the day before the volunteer day. This volunteer event needs a minimum of 6 people. Please register each participant individually. Please note that registration is required for this event. Registration will end at noon the day before the volunteer event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169. \n  \n*Please note that this event has been cancelled due to low sign ups.* \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/storm-drain-stenciling-september-18-2025-430-630pm/
CATEGORIES:Storm Drain Stenciling,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T090000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250730T204205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T204205Z
UID:10000842-1758610800-1758618000@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Storm Drain Stenciling-September 23\, 2025 (7:00-9:00am)
DESCRIPTION: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 drains and distribute informational door hangers to remind residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution and how they can prevent it. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. \nMore information regarding location and parking will be sent on the day before the volunteer day. This volunteer event needs a minimum of 6 people. Please register each participant individually. Please note that registration is required for this event. Registration will end at noon the day before the volunteer event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169. \n \n*Please note that registration for this event closes at 8:00am the day before the event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169* \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/storm-drain-stenciling-september-23-2025-700-900am/
CATEGORIES:Storm Drain Stenciling,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250910T181446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T154349Z
UID:10000859-1758758400-1758931199@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:HHW Pre-Event Volunteering: September 25 & 26 [Multiple Shifts]
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/hhw-pre-event-volunteering-september-25-26-multiple-shifts/
LOCATION:Ecology Action Center\, 202 W College Ave\, Normal\, IL\, 61761\, United States
CATEGORIES:volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250910T181139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T181139Z
UID:10000858-1759563000-1759593600@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Volunteering: October 4\, 2025
DESCRIPTION: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 looking for assistance for our afternoon and mid-day shifts. \nThe work requires spending the entire shift on one’s feet\, clear communication with event participants\, and some possible light lifting with equipment setup/take-down. This is a high traffic event with moving cars and equipment so all volunteers must be at least 18 years of age in order to participate. Volunteers will receive detailed instructions prior to the event.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/household-hazardous-waste-collection-event-volunteering-october-4-2025/
CATEGORIES:volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250730T204502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T201218Z
UID:10000843-1760263200-1760270400@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Storm Drain Stenciling-October 12\, 2025 (10:00-12:00pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 drains and distribute informational door hangers to remind residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution and how they can prevent it. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. \nMore information regarding location and parking will be sent on the day before the volunteer day. This volunteer event needs a minimum of 6 people. Please register each participant individually. Please note that registration is required for this event. \n*Registration for this event has closed. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169* \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/storm-drain-stenciling-october-12-1000-1200pm/
CATEGORIES:Storm Drain Stenciling,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250730T204648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T204648Z
UID:10000844-1761472800-1761480000@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Storm Drain Stenciling-October 26\, 2025 (10:00-12:00pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 drains and distribute informational door hangers to remind residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution and how they can prevent it. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. \nMore information regarding location and parking will be sent on the day before the volunteer day. This volunteer event needs a minimum of 6 people. Please register each participant individually. Please note that registration is required for this event. Registration will end at noon the day before the volunteer event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169. \n \n*Please note that registration for this event closes at 8:00am the day before the event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169* \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/storm-drain-stenciling-october-26-2025-1000-1200pm/
CATEGORIES:Storm Drain Stenciling,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20250730T204811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T204811Z
UID:10000845-1761489000-1761496200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Storm Drain Stenciling-October 26\, 2025 (2:30-4:30pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 drains and distribute informational door hangers to remind residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution and how they can prevent it. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. \nMore information regarding location and parking will be sent on the day before the volunteer day. This volunteer event needs a minimum of 6 people. Please register each participant individually. Please note that registration is required for this event. Registration will end at noon the day before the volunteer event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169. \n \n*Please note that registration for this event closes at 8:00am the day before the event. For questions\, please contact 309-454-3169* \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/storm-drain-stenciling-october-26-2025-230-430pm/
CATEGORIES:Storm Drain Stenciling,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20251027T163503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T205615Z
UID:10000870-1762345800-1762354800@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Potting Workday - November 5\, 2025 (12:30-3pm)
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is closed. Please sign up for other upcoming events\, or contact us with questions: ecologyactioncenter.org/contact/ \nHelp 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 and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n\n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-potting-workday-november-5-2025-1230-3pm/
LOCATION:EAC Nursery\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20251027T190206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T190236Z
UID:10000877-1762594200-1762603200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Dropbox User Survey: November 8\, 2025 (9:30-12:00pm)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNo specific experience is required for this project\, just good verbal communication skills.  All volunteers must be 18 years old or older and able to stand on their feet for four hours at a time.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/dropbox-user-survey-november-8-2025-930-1200pm/
CATEGORIES:volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20251027T163848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T223231Z
UID:10000871-1762938000-1762947000@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Potting Workday - November 12\, 2025 (9-11:30am)
DESCRIPTION:The registration window has closed for this event. Please check out other volunteer dates\, or contact us with questions. \n  \nHelp 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 and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n\n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-potting-workday-november-12-2025-9-1130am/
LOCATION:EAC Nursery\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20251027T164315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T210509Z
UID:10000873-1763110800-1763119800@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Potting Workday - November 14\, 2025 (9-11:30am)
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed for this event. Please see other future dates\, or contact us with the subject Tree Corps with any questions. \nHelp 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 and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-potting-workday-november-14-2025-9-1130am/
LOCATION:EAC Nursery\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20251027T164432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T212151Z
UID:10000874-1763123400-1763132400@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Potting Workday - November 14\, 2025 (12:30-3pm)
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed for this event. Please see other future dates\, or contact us with the subject Tree Corps with any questions. \nHelp 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 and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-potting-workday-november-14-2025-1230-3pm/
LOCATION:EAC Nursery\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T233000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20251109T215421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T215421Z
UID:10000879-1763197200-1763249400@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Dropbox User Survey: November 15\, 2025 (9:00am-11:30am)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNo specific experience is required for this project\, just good verbal communication skills.  All volunteers must be 18 years old or older and able to stand on their feet for four hours at a time. A cell phone or tablet with internet connection is required to conduct the survey. \nPlease note that this will take place outside. \nVolunteers will be contacted a few days prior to the survey day with additional instructions.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/dropbox-user-survey-november-15-2025-900am-1130am/
CATEGORIES:volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20251027T164621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T222338Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Potting Workday - November 19\, 2025 (9-11:30am)
DESCRIPTION:The sign up window for this event is now closed. Please check out future opportunities\, or contact us with questions! \nHelp 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 and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-potting-workday-november-19-2025-9-1130am/
LOCATION:EAC Nursery\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20251027T164748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T224014Z
UID:10000876-1763715600-1763724600@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Potting Workday - November 21\, 2025 (9-11:30am)
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed for this event. \n  \nHelp 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 and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-potting-workday-november-21-2025-9-1130am/
LOCATION:EAC Nursery\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20251231T224203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T224307Z
UID:10000880-1767720600-1767726000@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Angler's Lake Stakeholder Meetings: January 6 & 7 (5:30-7:00pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 shrubs. \nIn coordination with the City of Bloomington\, the Ecology Action Center (EAC) hopes to add Anglers Lake as a Sugar Creek Stewards workday location. The EAC currently supports stewardship at Fairview Park and Ewing II and has done so for many years. \nOur hope is to begin coordinating regular stewardship workdays at Anglers Lake next year to help implement a long-term management plan. To do this thoughtfully and collaboratively\, we want to bring together all existing groups and individuals to develop a shared\, mutually agreed-upon vision through a stakeholder process. We do not wish to intrude upon or override any ongoing efforts; rather\, our goal is to help formalize\, support\, and build upon the many years of dedication already invested in this site. \nTo that end\, we invite all interested to participate in a collaborative stakeholder process to help inform the development of a site management plan by a qualified professional contractor. These meetings will be held at the Bloomington Public Library\, Community Room 2\, on January 6 and January 7 from 5:30–7:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend one or both meetings. \nIf you are unable to attend\, but would still like to give input\, please email kvogler@ecologyactioncenter.org to receive a form for input. \nThe Ecology Action Center will make reasonable accommodations for participation in public programs and services. To request accommodation\, please call 309-454-3169×11 or go to ecologyactioncenter.org/accommodation. Please provide two weeks advance notice if possible.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/anglers-lake-stakeholder-meetings-january-6-7-530-700pm/2026-01-06/
LOCATION:Bloomington Public Library Community Room\, 205 E Olive Street\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sugar Creek Stewards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20251231T224203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T224307Z
UID:10000881-1767807000-1767812400@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Angler's Lake Stakeholder Meetings: January 6 & 7 (5:30-7:00pm)
DESCRIPTION: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 shrubs. \nIn coordination with the City of Bloomington\, the Ecology Action Center (EAC) hopes to add Anglers Lake as a Sugar Creek Stewards workday location. The EAC currently supports stewardship at Fairview Park and Ewing II and has done so for many years. \nOur hope is to begin coordinating regular stewardship workdays at Anglers Lake next year to help implement a long-term management plan. To do this thoughtfully and collaboratively\, we want to bring together all existing groups and individuals to develop a shared\, mutually agreed-upon vision through a stakeholder process. We do not wish to intrude upon or override any ongoing efforts; rather\, our goal is to help formalize\, support\, and build upon the many years of dedication already invested in this site. \nTo that end\, we invite all interested to participate in a collaborative stakeholder process to help inform the development of a site management plan by a qualified professional contractor. These meetings will be held at the Bloomington Public Library\, Community Room 2\, on January 6 and January 7 from 5:30–7:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend one or both meetings. \nIf you are unable to attend\, but would still like to give input\, please email kvogler@ecologyactioncenter.org to receive a form for input. \nThe Ecology Action Center will make reasonable accommodations for participation in public programs and services. To request accommodation\, please call 309-454-3169×11 or go to ecologyactioncenter.org/accommodation. Please provide two weeks advance notice if possible.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/anglers-lake-stakeholder-meetings-january-6-7-530-700pm/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:Bloomington Public Library Community Room\, 205 E Olive Street\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sugar Creek Stewards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20260120T152445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T152445Z
UID:10000890-1769248800-1769263200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Grand Prairie Bird Alliance volunteer workday - let’s clean up Sugar Creek!
DESCRIPTION: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 – native seeds to eat\, tree cavities for shelter\, and a creek for water. Windy weather has resulted in quite a bit of litter accumulating along the creek\, so help Grand Prairie Bird Alliance clean it up! The birds deserve better. Grand Prairie Bird Alliance will even provide hot chocolate. As a bonus\, the clean-up will correspond with the Art Station’s monthly free art hours\, so you can get inside to warm up and do some art as well! All are welcome. No skill required. \nWhen: Saturday\, January 24 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. \nWhere: Illinois Art Station\, 101 E. Vernon (ADA accessible parking off Vernon at the main entrance; additional parking off Linden right near the creek)
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/grand-prairie-bird-alliance-volunteer-workday-lets-clean-up-sugar-creek/
LOCATION:Illinois Art Station\, 101 E. Vernon\, Normal\, 61761
CATEGORIES:Trash Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand Prairie Bird Alliance":MAILTO:grandprairiebirdalliance@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20260220T170425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T150719Z
UID:10000906-1772150400-1772236799@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Potting Workday - Friday February 27\, 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration has closed for this event. \nHelp 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 and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-potting-workday-friday-february-27-2026/
LOCATION:EAC Nursery\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260515T155518
CREATED:20260220T170843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T202054Z
UID:10000907-1772755200-1772841599@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Potting Workday - Friday March 6\, 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \n*Please note that sign up is closed at this time* \nHelp 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 and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-potting-workday-friday-march-6-2026/
LOCATION:EAC Nursery\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155519
CREATED:20260220T171347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T171347Z
UID:10000908-1772875800-1772884800@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Potting Workday - Saturday March 7\, 2026
DESCRIPTION: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! This will be a morning shift 9:30am-12pm. \nSign up at this link: https://ecologyactioncenter.app.neoncrm.com/forms/volunteer?opportunityId=491 \nHelp 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 and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-potting-workday-saturday-march-7-2026/
LOCATION:EAC Nursery\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260515T155519
CREATED:20260309T223229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T154421Z
UID:10000913-1773360000-1773446399@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Tree Prep Workday: March 13\, 2026 (multiple shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center prepare small (1-3′ tall) bareroot seedling trees for planting. These trees will help to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! Volunteers must be 18 years old or older or alternately 14 years or older and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \nSelect one (or both!) of the shifts by using the button below! \n*This event has been cancelled*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-prep-workday-march-13-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T153000
DTSTAMP:20260515T155519
CREATED:20260312T154631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T165228Z
UID:10000915-1773925200-1773934200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Prep Workday: March 19\, 2026 (1:00-3:30pm)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center prepare small (1-3′ tall) bareroot seedling trees for planting. These trees will help to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! Volunteers must be 18 years old or older or alternately 14 years or older and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools\, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n  \n*Please note that registration is closed for this event*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-prep-workday-march-19-2026-100-330pm/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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