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Little River Wetlands Project restores and protects natural areas for the benefit of people and wildlife, and offers free nature programs for the community--but we can't do all this alone.

We need your help!

If you would like more information please contact the Community Relations Coordinator:

(260)478-2515 or crc@lrwp.org

Volunteer Applications can be
filled out online.

Apply Here

View the Volunteer Handbook.

Printable Version

Contact the Community
Relations Coordinator.

Rachel Smith

Volunteer Opportunities


Honeysuckle Removal

Saturday, September 18, from 9:00am to 11:00am
Once recommended for erosion control, honeysuckle now threatens to out-compete native shrubs for space in our restoration. Bring your work gloves and water to drink to help us control this invasive species. Wear rubber boots or shoes that can get wet and meet at the Eagle Marsh barn. Please contact Betsy Yankowiak at 260-478-2515 or execdir@lrwp.org for more information.


Seed Gathering

Saturday, October 16, from 9:00am to 11:00am
Meet at the Eagle Marsh barn. Seed heads will be ripe for the picking, so come out to Eagle Marsh to help us gather these native species for later use in our restoration. Bring work gloves and water to drink. For more information, contact execdir@lrwp.org">Betsy Yankowiak or call 260-478-2515.




How You Can Help

  • Photo Documentation of Properties:

    Do you like to get outside and photograph? We could use someone to document our properties and events for our website, newsletters, etc. Photos must be in digital form and submitted via email attachment.

  • Trail Guides:

    Would you be interested in training as a trail guide and lead groups at our properties?

  • Water Testing:

    All levels of expertise welcome to join quarterly chemical testing and biological assessments.

  • Plant and Animal Experts:

    Help inventory flora and fauna on our properties.

  • Handy Persons:

    Are you handy with tools? Can you fix things? How about tractors? We could use your expertise.

  • Computer Tech:

    Are you good with computer hardware? Or proficient with multiple computer programs?

  • Office Help:

    Would you like to help in our office with filing, organization, word processing, and/or database?

  • Monthly Brochure Placement:

    Keep a stock of LRWP’s brochures at local stores and organizations.

  • Property Stewardship:

    We have many ways you can help us with the maintenance and restoration of our properties.

  • Removal of Invasive Species:

    Rid our properties of unwanted invasives to make way for newly planted species.

  • Planting:

    Join us for seed scattering and tree plantings.

  • Mowing Crew:

    Get trained to drive the mower and be part of a team that will assist with a regular mowing schedule.

  • Nest Boxes:

    Monitor, tag, move, and maintain bluebird and wood duck boxes.

  • Trail Maintenance:

    Help develop new trails and keep existing trails in tip-top shape.

  • Trash Clean Up at Preserves:

    Trash clean-up is always appreciated.

Benefits of Volunteering

  • Fellowship with like-minded people
  • Exercise for the mind, body, and soul
  • Special training and skills
  • Invitation to special events not open to the public
  • An insiders' perspective on LRWP
  • Annual appreciation event
  • Knowing that you are helping restore much needed habitat


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