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UID:10000934-1776504600-1776511800@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Workday: April 18\, 2026 (9:30-11:30am)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older or alternatively 13 or older with a parent or guardian present. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*This workday is closed. Please consider signing up for a different workday at ecologyactioncenter.org/volunteering*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-april-18-2026-930-1130am/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTSTAMP:20260417T135733Z
CREATED:20260402T154128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T135733Z
UID:10000935-1776556800-1776643199@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Workday: April 19\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*This workday is closed. Please consider signing up for a different workday at ecologyactioncenter.org/volunteering*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-april-19-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260421T154350Z
CREATED:20260402T155336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T154350Z
UID:10000939-1776816000-1776902399@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Tree Planting: April 22\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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. Sign up below. \n  \n* Please note that this event registration has closed. Please consider signing up for one of our other volunteer opportunities at ecologyactioncenter.org/volunteering*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/earth-day-tree-planting-april-22-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T180708Z
CREATED:20260417T200634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T180708Z
UID:10000944-1776936600-1776945600@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Prep Workday: April 23\, 2026 (9:30-12:00pm)
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*Note this workday registration is closed. Please sign up for one of our other workdays at Tree-Corps.org*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-prep-workday-april-23-2026-930-1200pm/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260424T141212Z
CREATED:20260402T154259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T141212Z
UID:10000936-1777075200-1777161599@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Workday: April 25\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*Registration has closed for this event. If interested in volunteering for this workday\, please call 309-454-3169 ext. 13. Check out other volunteer opportunities at Tree-Corps.org*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-april-25-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T215306Z
CREATED:20260309T222939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T215306Z
UID:10000912-1777107600-1777118400@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Constitution Trail and Sugar Creek Clean Up: April 25\, 2026 (9:00-12:00pm)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day with the Ecology Action Center! Volunteer to help out at our annual Constitution Trail and Sugar Creek clean-up event on Saturday\, April 25\, 2026 from 9 a.m. to noon! \nThe EAC and our community partners Friends of the Constitution Trail need help cleaning up the trail from the Chateau west to Audubon Gardens. \nA parent or guardian must accompany minors. Dress appropriately for the weather and bring your own work gloves if possible. Trash bags and trash grabbers will be provided.  Pre-registration REQUIRED for all individuals (please sign up family members individually) – sign up below. \nIf you are not available to join us for this workday\, but still want to help\, you can create your own clean-up crew with your family pod or sign up for one of our mCLEAN Up Crew Workdays.  \n*Note this event has reached capacity\, please consider volunteering for one of our other programs like Tree-Corps. For questions\, please call 309-454-3169*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/earth-day-constitution-trail-and-sugar-creek-clean-up-april-25-2026-900-1200pm/
LOCATION:The Chateau\, 1621 Jumer Dr\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trash Clean Up,volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260423T185402Z
CREATED:20260402T154424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T185402Z
UID:10000937-1777161600-1777247999@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Workday: April 26\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*Please note this tree planting workday is now closed. Please consider signing up for one of our other workdays at Tree-Corps.org*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-april-26-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTSTAMP:20260430T160416Z
CREATED:20260417T200522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T160416Z
UID:10000945-1777593600-1777679999@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Prep Workday: May 1 (Morning 9:30am-12pm)
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*Sign up has closed for this event. Visit Tree-Corps.org to sign up for more tree prep workdays* \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-prep-workday-may-1-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260430T160443Z
CREATED:20260402T154530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T160443Z
UID:10000938-1777680000-1777766399@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Workday: May 2\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*Sign up has closed for this event. Visit Tree-Corps.org to sign up for more tree planting workdays*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-may-2-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T185842Z
CREATED:20260428T155314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T185842Z
UID:10000953-1777800600-1777809600@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Workday: May 3\, 2026 (9:30-12:00pm)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*Note this volunteer opportunity is closed. Please view Tree-Corps.org to sign up for other planting opportunities*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-may-3-2026-multiple-shifts-2/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260507
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTSTAMP:20260506T183603Z
CREATED:20260428T183440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T183603Z
UID:10000966-1778112000-1778198399@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Prep Workday: May 7\, 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. \n*Please note this workday is closed\, if interested in volunteering please visit Tree-Corps.org* \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-prep-workday-may-7-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTSTAMP:20260508T134557Z
CREATED:20260428T183916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T134557Z
UID:10000967-1778284800-1778371199@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Workday: May 9\, 2026 9:30am-12pm
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*Registration for this volunteer event has closed. Please sign up to volunteer for a different event at ecologyactioncenter.org/volunteering*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-may-9-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260512
DTSTAMP:20260508T134622Z
CREATED:20260408T160135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T134622Z
UID:10000941-1778457600-1778543999@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Program Prep Volunteering: May 11\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:With summer on the horizon\, the EAC needs help preparing. Volunteers will assist with stuffing brochures for events\, cutting up T-shirts for a summer children’s program\, and/or creating pop-tab keychains for a library program. \nVolunteers must be 18 years or older\, or 13+ with a parent or guardian present. \nThis volunteer event takes place in a seated\, ADA-compliant setting\, making it a great opportunity for individuals with limited mobility. \n*Registration for this volunteer event has closed. Please sign up to volunteer for a different event at ecologyactioncenter.org/volunteering*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/summer-program-prep-volunteering-may-11-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260515T151027Z
CREATED:20260428T184120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T151027Z
UID:10000968-1778889600-1778975999@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Workday: May 16\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). Volunteers must provide their own ride as planting locations are only accessible by car. \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*This event registration has closed. Please sign up for a different Tree-Corps volunteer event at Tree-Corps.org* 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-may-16-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260515T151040Z
CREATED:20260428T184254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T151040Z
UID:10000969-1778976000-1779062399@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Workday: May 17\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). Volunteers must provide their own ride as planting locations are only accessible by car. \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*This event registration has closed. Please sign up for a different Tree-Corps volunteer event at Tree-Corps.org*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-may-17-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T160000
DTSTAMP:20260519T161426Z
CREATED:20260428T213406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T161426Z
UID:10000970-1779199200-1779206400@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Summer Program Prep Volunteering: May 19\, 2026 (2:00-4:00pm)
DESCRIPTION:With summer on the horizon\, the EAC needs help preparing. Volunteers will assist with cutting up T-shirts for a summer children’s program and/or creating pop-tab keychains for a library program. \nVolunteers must be 18 years or older\, or 13+ with a parent or guardian present. \nThis volunteer event takes place in a seated\, ADA-compliant setting\, making it a great opportunity for individuals with limited mobility.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/summer-program-prep-volunteering-may-19-2026-200-400pm/
LOCATION:Ecology Action Center\, 202 W College Ave\, Normal\, IL\, 61761\, United States
CATEGORIES:volunteer
GEO:40.5103113;-88.9883799
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T141426Z
CREATED:20260512T143643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T141426Z
UID:10000987-1779442200-1779451200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Workday: Friday May 22\, 2026 (9:30-12:00pm)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). Volunteers must provide their own ride as planting locations are only accessible by car. \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*Sign up for this event has closed*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-friday-may-22-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260528T134606Z
CREATED:20260514T150647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T134606Z
UID:10000991-1780012800-1780099199@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:The Bridge Tree Planting Workday: May 29\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant larger (6-7 ft tall) container trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more at Home Sweet Home Ministries\, The Bridge property. \nTools and heavy equipment will 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). \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*Please note that this volunteer registration is closed. Please visit ecologyactioncenter.org/volunteering to sign up for a different opportunity* \n \n  \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/the-bridge-tree-planting-workday-may-29-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260527T144015Z
CREATED:20260512T144200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T144015Z
UID:10000988-1780099200-1780185599@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED: Tree Planting Workday: May 30\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). Volunteers must provide their own ride as planting locations are only accessible by car. \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*Please note that this event has been canceled*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-may-30-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260527T144049Z
CREATED:20260512T144241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T144049Z
UID:10000989-1780185600-1780271999@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED: Tree Planting Workday: May 31\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center plant small (1-3 ft tall) bareroot seedling trees to improve air quality\, sequester carbon\, increase wildlife habitat\, and more! \nVolunteers must be 18 or older. Tools and heavy equipment will 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). Volunteers must provide their own ride as planting locations are only accessible by car. \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Long pants and 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*Please note that this event has been canceled*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-planting-workday-may-31-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260604T214806Z
CREATED:20260601T163642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T214806Z
UID:10001001-1780617600-1780703999@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Storage Workday: June 5\, 2026 (Multiple Shifts)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center prepare our excess bareroot seedling trees to be stored at the tree nursery. Work will involve potting trees in buckets and loading them into the truck. We may also do some equipment cleaning if time allows. Morning 9:30-12pm and afternoon 1-3:30pm shifts available. \nThis workday will be held at the shed that is not climate controlled so 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*Event Sign Up has closed*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-storage-workday-june-5-2026-multiple-shifts/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T142549Z
CREATED:20260601T170609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T142549Z
UID:10001003-1781170200-1781179200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Support Install BNWRD: June 11\, 2026 (9:30am-12pm)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center install tree guards to protect our newly planted seedling trees from deer at BNWRD! This will involve some hand tool use and a fair amount of walking and kneeling on uneven terrain. This workday will be Thursday June 11 from 9:30am-12pm. \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. Wear long socks and pants to protect you from ticks and scratches. Volunteers 14 and under should be accompanied by an adult. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n*Registration for this workday has closed\, please visit ecologyactioncenter.org/volunteering to see other volunteer options*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-support-install-bnwrd-june-11-2026-930am-12pm-2/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T142546Z
CREATED:20260428T213503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T142546Z
UID:10000971-1781172000-1781179200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Program Prep Volunteering: June 11\, 2026 (10:00am-12:00pm)
DESCRIPTION:With summer on the horizon\, the EAC needs help preparing. Volunteers will assist with cutting up T-shirts for a summer children’s program and/or creating pop-tab keychains for a library program. \nVolunteers must be 18 years or older\, or 13+ with a parent or guardian present. \nThis volunteer event takes place in a seated\, ADA-compliant setting\, making it a great opportunity for individuals with limited mobility. \n*Registration for this workday has closed\, please visit ecologyactioncenter.org/volunteering to see other volunteer options*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/summer-program-prep-volunteering-june-11-2026-1000am-1200pm/
LOCATION:Ecology Action Center\, 202 W College Ave\, Normal\, IL\, 61761\, United States
CATEGORIES:volunteer
GEO:40.5103113;-88.9883799
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T140521Z
CREATED:20260601T165646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T140521Z
UID:10001002-1781256600-1781265600@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Tree Support Install BNWRD: June 12\, 2026 (9:30am-12pm)
DESCRIPTION:Help the Ecology Action Center install tree guards to protect our newly planted seedling trees from deer at BNWRD! This will involve some hand tool use and a fair amount of walking and kneeling on uneven terrain. This workday will be Friday June 12 from 9:30am-12pm. \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. Wear long socks and pants to protect you from ticks and scratches. Volunteers 14 and under should be accompanied by an adult. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n*This event has been cancelled due to low sign ups. Please consider volunteering for a different Tree Corps volunteer day at Tree-Corps.org*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-support-install-bnwrd-june-11-2026-930am-12pm/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T193000
DTSTAMP:20260612T165718Z
CREATED:20260428T213556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T165718Z
UID:10000972-1781631000-1781638200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Program Prep Volunteering: June 16\, 2026 (5:30-7:30pm)
DESCRIPTION:With summer on the horizon\, the EAC needs help preparing. Volunteers will assist with cutting up T-shirts for a summer children’s program and/or creating pop-tab keychains for a library program. \nVolunteers must be 18 years or older\, or 13+ with a parent or guardian present. \nThis volunteer event takes place in a seated\, ADA-compliant setting\, making it a great opportunity for individuals with limited mobility. \n*This sign up has closed. If you are interested in volunteering for this event please contact hmckenzie@ecologyactioncenter.org*
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/summer-program-prep-volunteering-june-16-2026-530-730pm/
LOCATION:Ecology Action Center\, 202 W College Ave\, Normal\, IL\, 61761\, United States
CATEGORIES:volunteer
GEO:40.5103113;-88.9883799
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ecology Action Center 202 W College Ave Normal IL 61761 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 W College Ave:geo:-88.9883799,40.5103113
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T160703Z
CREATED:20260609T163046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T160703Z
UID:10001004-1782466200-1782475200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Storage Workday - Shed: June 26\, 2026 (9:30am-12pm)
DESCRIPTION:Morning shift: EAC Shed 9:30am-12pm \nHelp the Ecology Action Center prepare our excess bareroot seedling trees to be stored at the tree nursery. Work will involve potting trees in buckets and loading them into the truck. We may also do some equipment cleaning if time allows. \nChildren under 18 must be accompanied by an adult to participate. \nThis workday will be held at the shed that is not climate controlled so 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  \nRegistration is now closed for this event. Please consider signing up for future events!
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-storage-workday-shed-june-26-2026-930am-12pm/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T153000
DTSTAMP:20260625T160715Z
CREATED:20260609T163612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T160715Z
UID:10001005-1782478800-1782487800@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Tree Storage Workday - Nursery: June 26\, 2026 (1-3:30pm)
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon shift: Tree Nursery 1-3:30pm \nHelp the Ecology Action Center store excess bareroot seedling trees at the tree nursery. Work will involve burying buckets and containers of trees in mulch\, and watering. \nNote: This shift is dependent on sign ups for the morning shift\, and could be canceled if we don’t get morning volunteers. \nChildren under 18 must be accompanied by an adult to participate. \nThis is an outdoor event so 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  \nRegistration is now closed for this event. Please consider signing up for future events!
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-storage-workday-nursery-june-26-2026-1-330pm/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T120000
DTSTAMP:20260630T171704Z
CREATED:20260622T162617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T171704Z
UID:10001036-1782984600-1782993600@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:Canceled due to heat - Tree Support Install BNWRD: July\, 2 2026 (9:30am-12pm)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis event has been canceled due to extreme heat. A new date will be posted. \nHelp the Ecology Action Center install tree guards to protect our newly planted seedling trees from deer at BNWRD! This will involve some hand tool use and a fair amount of walking and kneeling on uneven terrain. This workday will be Thursday July 2 from 9:30am-12pm. \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. Wear long socks and pants to protect you from ticks and scratches. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-support-install-bnwrd-july-2-2026-930am-12pm/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T193126Z
CREATED:20241015T213825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T193126Z
UID:10000717-1783760400-1783771200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:mCLEAN Up Crew Workday
DESCRIPTION:Our local environment needs your help! Join the Ecology Action Center on July 11 from 9:00am to 12:00pm in picking up trash around McLean County for our July mCLEAN Up Crew Workday. Volunteers will use trash grabbers with safety equipment like high visibility vests and gloves to pick up litter around designated areas. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. Volunteers must be able to spend three hours on their feet and carry a weight of 10-15 pounds. A confirmation email and location information will be communicated 1-2 days prior to the workday. Please register each participant individually at https://ecologyactioncenter.app.neoncrm.com/forms/volunteer?opportunityId=556 or at the button below. \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/mclean-up-crew/
CATEGORIES:Trash Clean Up,volunteer
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