Volunteer at Lake Erie Metropark on World Migratory Bird Day! Work with natural resources staff to cut invasive shrubs near the Lake Erie shoreline, while learning about how your efforts improve habitat and support migrating birds.
Please register online by October 9th by clicking on the following link:
https://bit.ly/VolunteerLakeErie
Many migratory birds, especially songbirds, rely on berries as a food source to provide the fat and energy they need for their long flight south. Both native and invasive shrubs produce berries; however, not all shrubs provide the energy that birds need. The berries found on our Michigan native shrubs are much higher in fat, calories, and nutrients than invasive shrubs, making native shrubs such as elderberry and winterberry the preferred and most beneficial food source.
Let’s work together to help migrating birds! We will remove invasive shrubs in order to create space for native shrubs to thrive and provide birds the food they need. We may even get a glimpse at the birds we are working to protect, so feel free to bring binoculars!
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
13000 High Ridge Drive, Brighton, MI 48114, US
The Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority, a regional park system created in 1940 by the citizens of Southeast Michigan, provides excellent recreational and educational opportunities while serving as stewards of its natural resources. Our efforts are guided by the belief that the use of parks and exposure to natural environments enhance society’s health and quality of life.
Every year, thousands of volunteers are needed to help out at the Metroparks to help preserve preserve the Metroparks and enhance the environment for generations to come. Volunteers of all skill level and interests are welcome!
Volunteers will give their time to nature or farm centers, or at Historic Wolcott Mill, to enrich the experience of every visitor. Nature lovers can plant and maintain flower gardens, or survey some of the Metroparks' plant and animal life. If you enjoy handy work, you can paint and refurbish signs, exhibits, and smaller buildings.
If golf is your favorite pastime, we can use your help on the fairways. Help maintain the pace of play, repair ball marks on the greens, move tee markers, clean trash, and perform other tasks that make golfing at one of the Metroparks' courses a most enjoyable past time.
Natural areas within the Metroparks need your help, too. Learn about supporting our native plant populations by removing invasive trees, shrubs, and plants, or collecting seeds to be sown at restoration sites within the Metroparks.
The Metroparks will provide all necessary tools and equipment, including water and snacks. Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the week and weekends. Individuals and volunteer group opportunities are available.
Lake Erie Metropark32481 W. JeffersonBrownstown, MI 48173
September 19, 2024
