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SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T155522Z
UID:88752-1776245400-1776252600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260324T171725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T143244Z
UID:89224-1776502800-1776513600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Father Hennepin Bluff Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Help restore native habitats and protect the clean waters of this scenic nature sanctuary by the Mississippi River. As a volunteer\, you will assist in creating spaces for native plants to thrive\, removing invasive species\, and cleaning up the shoreline and park slopes near limestone rocks. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate between various stewardship activities throughout the season. \nDate: Select Saturdays and Thursdays April-November \nLocation: Father Hennepin Bluff Park. Clear instructions upon signup. \nSupplies: Gloves and tools provided \nHost: This event is hosted by East Bank Neighborhoods \nSign up and learn more here.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/father-hennepin-bluff-stewardship/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Father Hennepin Bluff Park\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9826582;-93.2513335
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T155522Z
UID:88753-1776677400-1776684600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T141956Z
UID:87587-1776850200-1776857400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260205T212209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212231Z
UID:88175-1776934800-1776942000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Help out in the JD Rivers' Children's Garden!
DESCRIPTION:Help out in the JD Rivers’ Children’s Garden! \nTasks will vary depending on the time of year\, but may include: weeding\, planting\, watering\, garden clean-up\, soil transportation and more. \nDates: Spring and Fall dates\, morning and evening times\n\nLocation: JD Rivers’ Children’s Garden. 2900 Glenwood Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN. 55405\n\nParking: Parking is available on the south side of Glenwood Ave and perpendicular streets \nSupplies: Gloves and tools will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nChildren are welcome\, but must be accompanied by an adult. You will be asked to sign a volunteer waiver upon arrival. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/help-out-in-the-jd-rivers-childrens-garden/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:JD Rivers Children’s Garden\, 2900 Glenwood Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T113000
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SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T141957Z
UID:87589-1777455000-1777462200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260324T171725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T143246Z
UID:89225-1777570200-1777581000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Father Hennepin Bluff Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Help restore native habitats and protect the clean waters of this scenic nature sanctuary by the Mississippi River. As a volunteer\, you will assist in creating spaces for native plants to thrive\, removing invasive species\, and cleaning up the shoreline and park slopes near limestone rocks. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate between various stewardship activities throughout the season. \nDate: Select Saturdays and Thursdays April-November \nLocation: Father Hennepin Bluff Park. Clear instructions upon signup. \nSupplies: Gloves and tools provided \nHost: This event is hosted by East Bank Neighborhoods \nSign up and learn more here.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/father-hennepin-bluff-stewardship/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Father Hennepin Bluff Park\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9826582;-93.2513335
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260205T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194548Z
UID:88040-1777712400-1777719600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Rose Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Calling all rose lovers! Join the Deadheaders and develop skills while supporting care of the historic rose garden. Each gardening day will focus on a different topic related to the seasonal maintenance of Lyndale Park Rose Garden. \nDates: 1st and 3rd Saturday & select Thursdays\, May-October\, 9-11am \nLocation: Lyndale Park Rose Garden\nMeet near the Heffelfinger fountain \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/rose-garden-volunteering/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park/Rose Garden\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9275251;-93.2953725
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260408T140958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T141135Z
UID:89504-1777714200-1777721400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Buckthorn Work in the Bird Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join our conservation team of volunteers to cut Buckthorn! \nLocation: Meet at the Pondview (pumphouse) gate in the south fence along Lake Harriet Parkway\, just west of Roseway Road. Parking is available on the parkway. \nSupplies: Wear layers\, gloves\, and eye protection. Bring drinking water and a lopper and/or pruner if you can. \nEvent hosted by Friends of Roberts Bird Sanctuary\nSend questions to contact@friendsofroberts.org \nMore information here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/buckthorn-work-in-the-bird-sanctuary/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park\, 1300 42nd St W\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T141957Z
UID:87590-1777887000-1777894200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T093000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260407T164726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T165144Z
UID:89456-1777966200-1777973400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peavey Fountain Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Join MPRB staff bright and early at the Peavey Fountain garden! Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: First and third Tuesdays\, 7:30-9:30 am May-October \nLocation: Lake of the Isles\, Peavey Fountain \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nSign-up here.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peavey-fountain-gardening/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Lake of the Isles\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9583577;-93.3032469
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260323T150505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T155937Z
UID:89126-1778002200-1778007600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration in Theo Wirth
DESCRIPTION:Join us to remove invasive species\, including buckthorn\, in Theodore Wirth Park! Volunteer activities include cutting\, pulling\, and hauling buckthorn and other invasive species. No experience is necessary. All instructions and equipment will be provided. \nDates: First and third Tuesdays of each month\, May through October\, 5:30-7:00 \nLocation: Meet in front of the Trailhead \nSupplies: Please bring your own work gloves if you have them\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a water bottle. \nHost: This event is hosted by the Loppet \nLearn more and sign-up
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/tuesday-habitat-restoration-in-theo-wirth/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:The Trailhead\, 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9898452;-93.3268367
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T141958Z
UID:87591-1778059800-1778067000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260205T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194549Z
UID:88041-1778144400-1778151600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Rose Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Calling all rose lovers! Join the Deadheaders and develop skills while supporting care of the historic rose garden. Each gardening day will focus on a different topic related to the seasonal maintenance of Lyndale Park Rose Garden. \nDates: 1st and 3rd Saturday & select Thursdays\, May-October\, 9-11am \nLocation: Lyndale Park Rose Garden\nMeet near the Heffelfinger fountain \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/rose-garden-volunteering/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park/Rose Garden\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9275251;-93.2953725
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260205T212209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212232Z
UID:88182-1778144400-1778151600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Help out in the JD Rivers' Children's Garden!
DESCRIPTION:Help out in the JD Rivers’ Children’s Garden! \nTasks will vary depending on the time of year\, but may include: weeding\, planting\, watering\, garden clean-up\, soil transportation and more. \nDates: Spring and Fall dates\, morning and evening times\n\nLocation: JD Rivers’ Children’s Garden. 2900 Glenwood Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN. 55405\n\nParking: Parking is available on the south side of Glenwood Ave and perpendicular streets \nSupplies: Gloves and tools will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nChildren are welcome\, but must be accompanied by an adult. You will be asked to sign a volunteer waiver upon arrival. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/help-out-in-the-jd-rivers-childrens-garden/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:JD Rivers Children’s Garden\, 2900 Glenwood Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9811089;-93.3171077
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260206T152957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T153100Z
UID:88225-1778230800-1778238000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Victory Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Join an MPRB horticulturalist for monthly gardening at Victory Memorial! \nDates: Second Friday\, May-October\, 9-11am \nLocation: Victory Memorial\, 4499 Victory Memorial Dr\, Minneapolis\, MN 55412\nMeet by the flagpole \nSupplies: Gloves and tools will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NEEDED – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/victory-gardening/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Victory Memorial Drive\, Victory Memorial Drive\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:45.0311986;-93.3193329
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260205T205425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155817Z
UID:88106-1778317200-1778326200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Loring Park Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for treats\, community\, and gardening! \nDates: Second Saturday Gardening at Loring Park\, May-October \nTime: 9am\, meet in the garden for coffee and treats; 9:30-11:30am gardening \nLocation: Loring Park Garden of the Seasons \nSupplies: All supplies and instruction provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSponsors: Friends of Loring Park and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB) \nSign-up Here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/loring-park-garden-stewards/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Loring Park\, Loring Park\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9649915;-93.2854596
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260324T171725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T143246Z
UID:89226-1778317200-1778328000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Father Hennepin Bluff Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Help restore native habitats and protect the clean waters of this scenic nature sanctuary by the Mississippi River. As a volunteer\, you will assist in creating spaces for native plants to thrive\, removing invasive species\, and cleaning up the shoreline and park slopes near limestone rocks. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate between various stewardship activities throughout the season. \nDate: Select Saturdays and Thursdays April-November \nLocation: Father Hennepin Bluff Park. Clear instructions upon signup. \nSupplies: Gloves and tools provided \nHost: This event is hosted by East Bank Neighborhoods \nSign up and learn more here.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/father-hennepin-bluff-stewardship/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Father Hennepin Bluff Park\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9826582;-93.2513335
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260326T171320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T171320Z
UID:89308-1778319000-1778326200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Lake of the Isles Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Help keep our lakes clean while meeting neighbors! \nDates: Second Saturdays May-September\, 9:30-11:30am \nLocation: Meet on the footpath at Euclid Pl & E Lake of the Isles Pkwy \nSupplies: Gloves\, buckets\, bags\, rakes and trash pickers are provided \nAdditional Info: You may want to wear tall boots to reach trash at the edge of the Lake. Please be cautious as we sometimes find sharp objects.\nBring your friends and family! You are welcome to bring your canoes and kayaks. \nHost: This event is hosted by Green Guardians \nSign up and learn more here.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/lake-of-the-isles-cleanup/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260323T160436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T162823Z
UID:89175-1778320800-1778326200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:North Loop Service Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for North Loop Service Saturday! \nRiverfront volunteers meet at 10 am at the playground and focus on a specific project each month. Tasks include invasive plant removal\, planting\, mulching and weeding. \nDate: Second Saturdays\, 10-11:30am \nLocation: James Rice Park \nSupplies: Tools\, gloves and water are provided. \nHost: This event is hosted by the North Loop Neighborhood Association \nLearn more and sign up
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/north-loop-service-saturdays/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:James Rice Park\, 323 W River Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142007Z
UID:87592-1778491800-1778499000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142008Z
UID:87593-1778664600-1778671800@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260205T212209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212233Z
UID:88183-1778749200-1778756400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Help out in the JD Rivers' Children's Garden!
DESCRIPTION:Help out in the JD Rivers’ Children’s Garden! \nTasks will vary depending on the time of year\, but may include: weeding\, planting\, watering\, garden clean-up\, soil transportation and more. \nDates: Spring and Fall dates\, morning and evening times\n\nLocation: JD Rivers’ Children’s Garden. 2900 Glenwood Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN. 55405\n\nParking: Parking is available on the south side of Glenwood Ave and perpendicular streets \nSupplies: Gloves and tools will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nChildren are welcome\, but must be accompanied by an adult. You will be asked to sign a volunteer waiver upon arrival. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/help-out-in-the-jd-rivers-childrens-garden/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:JD Rivers Children’s Garden\, 2900 Glenwood Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260317T143730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T143730Z
UID:89066-1778781600-1778788800@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Hand-broadcast native prairie seed at Orvin "Ole" Olson Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Mississippi River and the Women’s Environmental Network of Minnesota to hand-spread native seed and continue restoring an urban grassland at Ole Olson Park\, a riverside gem north of downtown Minneapolis. \nNo experience is needed\, and all tools\, supplies and training will be provided. However\, registration is required and capacity is limited. \nDate: May 14\, 6-8 pm \nLocation: Orvin “Ole” Olson Park. Precise meeting location will be provided after registration. \nSupplies: Gloves and tools will be provided. \nWeather: We will suspend or cancel the event in severe weather or in the event of unhealthy air quality. \nSign up and learn more here.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/hand-broadcast-native-prairie-seed-at-orvin-ole-olson-park/
LOCATION:Ole Olsen Park\, 2325 West River Road N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260205T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194550Z
UID:88042-1778922000-1778929200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Rose Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Calling all rose lovers! Join the Deadheaders and develop skills while supporting care of the historic rose garden. Each gardening day will focus on a different topic related to the seasonal maintenance of Lyndale Park Rose Garden. \nDates: 1st and 3rd Saturday & select Thursdays\, May-October\, 9-11am \nLocation: Lyndale Park Rose Garden\nMeet near the Heffelfinger fountain \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/rose-garden-volunteering/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park/Rose Garden\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9275251;-93.2953725
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260408T140958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T141136Z
UID:89505-1778923800-1778931000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Buckthorn Work in the Bird Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join our conservation team of volunteers to cut Buckthorn! \nLocation: Meet at the Pondview (pumphouse) gate in the south fence along Lake Harriet Parkway\, just west of Roseway Road. Parking is available on the parkway. \nSupplies: Wear layers\, gloves\, and eye protection. Bring drinking water and a lopper and/or pruner if you can. \nEvent hosted by Friends of Roberts Bird Sanctuary\nSend questions to contact@friendsofroberts.org \nMore information here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/buckthorn-work-in-the-bird-sanctuary/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park\, 1300 42nd St W\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9275251;-93.2953725
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260323T145413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T145852Z
UID:89116-1778925600-1778936400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Pollinator Gardening at Van Cleve Park
DESCRIPTION:Help out in the three Van Cleve Pollinator Gardens! We meet in Van Cleve Park once a month to work on the Accord Garden (10 am)\, the Poolside Pollinator Garden (11 am)\, and the Marshall Field Pollinator Patch (Noon). \nDates: 5/16\, 6/6\, 7/11\, 8/1\, 9/12 \nLocation: 901 15th Ave SE \nSupplies: Tools\, gloves\, and snacks will be provided \nHost: This event is hosted by East Bank Neighborhoods \nLearn more \nEmail: Como-gardens@eastbankmpls.org
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/pollinator-gardening-at-van-cleve-park/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Van Cleve Park\, 901 15th Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9858651;-93.2311356
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163749
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142008Z
UID:87594-1779096600-1779103800@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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