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SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Removal in Again Street Park
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps will be joining local residents and the Central Missouri Returned Peace Corps Volunteers to remove invasive bush honeysuckle in Again Street Park on Saturday\, August 8th\, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This effort is part of a Love Your Block project that seeks to remove invasive species and bring in native plants to this neighborhood park\, improving the quality of the riparian buffer along County House Branch Creek and creating habitat for native birds\, insects\, and mammals. \nPlease meet us at the pavilion near the parking lot of Again Street Park. Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle\, and volunteers are encouraged to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a reusable water bottle. Tools\, gloves\, snacks\, and water will be provided. \nTo register for this event\, use the registration button below. For questions\, please use our contact form.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-removal-in-again-street-park/
LOCATION:Again Street Park\, 1200 Again St\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Removal at Kiwanis Park (West Side)
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Wednesday\, June 10th\, from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. on the west side of Kiwanis Park\, 926 College Park Dr. Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle. This will be our last honeysuckle removal of spring/summer 2026! \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area\, and we will walk to our work site in the park. Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training\, and gloves for this event. Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nTo register for this event\, use the registration button below. For questions\, please use our contact form.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-removal-at-kiwanis-park-west-side/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Park\, 926 College Park Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T180727Z
CREATED:20260416T001945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T180727Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Removal Event at Garth Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Monday\, May 4th\, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. in Columbia’s Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth Ave. Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 52-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area\, and we will walk to our work site in the park. Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training\, and gloves for this event. Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nTo register for this event\, use the registration button below. For questions\, please use our contact form.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-removal-event-at-garth-nature-area/
LOCATION:Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T151431Z
CREATED:20260413T181640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T151431Z
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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal and Cemetery Cleanup at Alspaugh Park
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps will be joining CoMo Preservation and the Genealogical Society of Boone County and Central Missouri for a joint work event in Alspaugh Park on Saturday\, May 2nd\, from 8 – 10 am. As we work to remove invasive species\, CoMo Preservation and the Genealogical Society will be cleaning up two historic cemeteries in the park. This is a unique opportunity to restore the native habitat and learn about the history in Alspaugh Park.\n\nParking is available in the gravel lot off of Mexico Gravel Rd\, at the bottom of the hill. If navigating by maps\, use address 4100 Mexico Gravel Rd. Tools and training will be provided\, and a port-a-potty will be available for use. Volunteers are encouraged to wear outdoor and weather appropriate footwear and clothing\, and to bring a reusable water bottle. To sign-up for this event\, use the registration button below\, and for more information and questions\, use our contact form.\n\nIf you’d like to assist with the cemetery cleanups\, consider registering for this event through CoMo Preservation: https://www.comopreservation.org/events/5-2-26
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/cemetery-cleanup-at-alspaugh-park/
LOCATION:Alspaugh Park\, 4216 Mexico Gravel Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T213844Z
CREATED:20260429T213844Z
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UID:3358-1777570200-1777577400@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Pop-Up Honeysuckle Hack at Garth Nature Area!
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, April 30th\, Missouri Conservation Corps will host a pop-up honeysuckle removal event in Columbia’s Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth. This event will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. \nIf you have never joined us for a volunteer event\, we will provide the tools\, gloves\, bug spray and training. We ask our volunteers to wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather. \nWe will be working to remove invasive honeysuckle and autumn olive from this 52-acre park on the north side of Columbia.  If you have any questions about this event\, or would like to register\, contact our Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org \n  \n 
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/pop-up-honeysuckle-hack-at-garth-nature-area/
LOCATION:Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTAMP:20260416T173257Z
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SUMMARY:Community Cleanup at Grindstone Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps will be hosting a community cleanup in Grindstone Nature Area on Wednesday\, April 29th\, from 5 – 7 pm. Join us as we remove invasive species and pick up litter in this nearly 200-acre park. All tools\, gloves\, and training will be provided. \nVolunteers are encouraged to wear outdoor-work and weather appropriate clothing and footwear\, and to bring a reusable water bottle. Parking is limited in the Grindstone Nature Area parking lot\, so volunteers are encouraged to carpool or park in the Waters-Moss Memorial Wildlife Area parking lot and cross Old Hwy 63. To register for this event\, use the registration button below\, and for any questions\, please use our contact form. \nThis event is sponsored by Fresh Karma Dispensaries. This event is free and open to all ages\, and for those 21+\, Fresh Karma will be offering coupons as a thank-you gift to participants who come and support this community cleanup.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/community-cleanup-at-grindstone-nature-area/
LOCATION:Grindstone Nature Area\, 2011 Old 63 S\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162210Z
CREATED:20260323T144830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T162210Z
UID:3242-1775750400-1775757600@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Invasive Species Work Event at Boone County Nature School
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer invasive species removal event at Boone County Nature School on Thursday\, April 9th\, from 4 – 6 p.m. Join us\, CPS teachers\, and community volunteers in cutting and removing invasive bush honeysuckle and autumn olive from this unique educational institution. \nMissouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training\, gloves\, and herbicide for this event. For more information on this event\, register below or contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-invasive-species-work-event-at-boone-county-nature-school/
LOCATION:Boone County Nature School\, 8989 South Tom Bass Road\, Columbia\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T180000
DTSTAMP:20260226T132406Z
CREATED:20260226T132238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T132406Z
UID:3163-1775664000-1775671200@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Kiwanis Park Volunteer Honeysuckle Work Event (West Side)
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is hosting a volunteer work event in Kiwanis Park on Wednesday\, April 8th\, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the west side of the park\, meeting at Odor Shelter\, 926 College Park Drive. Our work will involve cutting\, hacking\, and pulling invasive honeysuckle. Volunteers need to wear clothing appropriate for working outdoors and are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle. \n\n\n\nMissouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, gloves\, and training for this event.  For more information on this event\, please contact Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org\, or use the registration button below.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/kiwanis-park-volunteer-honeysuckle-work-event-west-side/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Park\, 926 College Park Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260302T165057Z
CREATED:20260225T172847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T165057Z
UID:3160-1774270800-1774278000@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Work Event in Garth Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Monday\, March 23rd\, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. in Columbia’s Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth Ave. Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 52-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area\, and we will walk to our work site in the park. Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training\, and gloves for this event. Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nFor more information\, or to sign-up for this event\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org\, or use the Registration button below.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-work-event-in-garth-nature-area-6-copy/
LOCATION:Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260319T154625Z
CREATED:20260223T193058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154625Z
UID:3152-1774083600-1774094400@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Work Event with Columbia Audubon Society
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps and Columbia Audubon Society are organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Saturday\, March 21st\, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the Columbia Audubon Nature Sanctuary\, 3607 Bray Ave. Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking\, and pulling invasive honeysuckle from this 28-acre nature preserve. \nVolunteers are asked to park along Bray Ave\, near the intersection of Bray Ave and Cunningham Rd\, and to walk to the main entrance. Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training\, and gloves for this event\, and Columbia Audubon Society will be providing pizza (vegetarian options available) and beverages. Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nFor more information\, or to sign-up for this event\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org\, or use the Registration button below.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-work-event-with-columbia-audubon-society/
LOCATION:Columbia Audubon Nature Sanctuary\, 3607 Bray Ave\, Columbia\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260225T172905Z
CREATED:20260223T191633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T172905Z
UID:3149-1773925200-1773932400@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Work Event in Garth Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Thursday\, March 19th\, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. in Columbia’s Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth Ave. Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 52-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area\, and we will walk to our work site in the park. Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training\, and gloves for this event. Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nFor more information\, or to sign-up for this event\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org\, or use the Registration button below.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-work-event-in-garth-nature-area-6/
LOCATION:Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T170000
DTSTAMP:20251112T192348Z
CREATED:20251112T190402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T192348Z
UID:2651-1765465200-1765472400@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Kiwanis Park Volunteer Honeysuckle Work Event (East Side)
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is hosting its last volunteer work event of the year in Columbia’s Kiwanis Park on Thursday\, December 11th\, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the east side of the park\, meeting at Thurston Shelter\, 1001 Maplewood Drive. Our work will involve cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle.  Volunteers need to wear clothing appropriate for working outdoors in the cold\, and are encouraged to bring a water bottle. \nMissouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, gloves and training for this event.  Because this event is one of our winter season volunteer events\, we will enjoy hot cocoa and snacks after the event at the Thurston Shelter.  For more information\, or to sign up to volunteer for this event\, contact Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org \n  \n 
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/kiwanis-park-volunteer-honeysuckle-work-event-east-side/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Park East at Talbert Thurston Shelter\, 1001 Maplewood Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T170000
DTSTAMP:20251112T191759Z
CREATED:20251112T185938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T191759Z
UID:2646-1765292400-1765299600@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Kiwanis Park Volunteer Honeysuckle Event (East Side)
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is hosting a volunteer work event in Kiwanis Park on Tuesday\, December 9th\, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the east side of the park\, meeting at Thurston Shelter\, 1001 Maplewood Drive. Our work will involve cutting\, hacking\, and pulling invasive honeysuckle. Volunteers need to wear clothing appropriate for working outdoors in the cold and are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle. \n\n\n\n\nMissouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, gloves\, and training for this event. Because this is one of our winter season volunteer events\, we will enjoy hot cocoa and snacks after the event on the trail bridge. For more information\, or to sign-up to volunteer\, contact Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/kiwanis-park-volunteer-honeysuckle-event-east-side-2/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Park East at Talbert Thurston Shelter\, 1001 Maplewood Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T150000
DTSTAMP:20251112T192954Z
CREATED:20251029T160317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T192954Z
UID:2549-1765026000-1765033200@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal in Lion-Stephens Park
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps\, in partnership with the Benton-Stephens Neighborhood Association\, will host an invasive species work day in Columbia’s Lion-Stephens Park\, 104 North William Street\, on Saturday\, December 6th\, from 1-3 p.m. Volunteers will be working to remove invasive species and to pick up trash on the creek that runs through this beautiful city park on the east side of Columbia. Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, gloves\, and training for this event. Volunteers are asked to dress for the weather and for working in a brushy outdoor environment. Because we are working on what might be a cold day\, volunteers are encouraged to dress in layers… Missouri Conservation Corps will bring hot cocoa and hot cider to provide a bit of warm encouragement to our volunteers during this outdoor event. Volunteers and neighbors are encouraged to bring treats or baked goods to share during the social part of the event\, during which a brief history of the park and surrounding land will be shared with participants. \nIf you have questions about this event\, or would like to register to volunteer\, contact Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/invasive-species-removal-in-lion-stephens-park/
LOCATION:Lions-Stephens Park\, 104 North William Street\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T120000
DTSTAMP:20251112T191225Z
CREATED:20251112T185204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T191225Z
UID:2644-1763546400-1763553600@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Fall Honeysuckle Volunteer Event in Garth Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Wednesday\, November 19th\, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Columbia’s Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth Ave. Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 52-acre park in north Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area\, and we will walk to our work site in the park. Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training\, and gloves for this event. Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a reusable water bottle. \nTo register for this event\, or to learn more about our events in Columbia’s parks and green spaces\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/fall-honeysuckle-volunteer-event-in-garth-nature-area/
LOCATION:Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T150000
DTSTAMP:20251112T222330Z
CREATED:20251111T142145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T222330Z
UID:2639-1763298000-1763305200@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Fall Tree Planting at Indian Hills Park
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps will be teaming up with Columbia Parks and Recreation to plant 25 new trees in Columbia’s Indian Hills Park on Sunday\, November 16th.  Indian Hills Park is located at 5009 Aztec Boulevard.  This event runs from 1-3 p.m.\, and Missouri Conservation Corps will bring the tools\, gloves\, and trees…volunteers will need to dress for the weather\, and for the work of digging holes and planting trees. \nBecause this is one of our cold season events\, we will once again bring hot cocoa and snacks for our hard-working volunteers! \nIf you would like to volunteer with us at this event\, please contact Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org. This event is open to all ages and skill levels… if you have never planted a tree before\, we will teach you how\, and we will have many tree-planting tasks to help with at this event.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/fall-tree-planting-at-indian-hills-park/
LOCATION:Indian Hills Park\, 5009 Aztec Boulevard\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tree Planting,Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T173000
DTSTAMP:20251030T141903Z
CREATED:20251030T141903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T141903Z
UID:2578-1762443000-1762450200@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Community Tree Planting Event at Hogan House Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a community tree planting event at Hogan House Pantry\, a food pantry and community resource hub just outside the Columbia city limits in Boone County.  This event takes place on Thursday\, November 6th\, from 3:30-5:30 p.m.  Volunteers will be needed to plant and mulch trees\, prepare cages\, and install posts on the new trees.  Those wishing to volunteer are asked to arrive at 3:00 p.m. to help us prepare.  Community resource organizations are encouraged to come and table at the event.  This event will help us bring trees to a part of our community that needs trees\, and will help us bring resources and support as needed to this neighborhood.  For more information\, or to volunteer\, contact Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org \n  \n 
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/community-tree-planting-event-at-hogan-house-pantry/
LOCATION:Hogan House Pantry\, 313 Hogan Drive\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tree Planting,Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T170000
DTSTAMP:20251014T155649Z
CREATED:20251014T155649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T155649Z
UID:2407-1761832800-1761843600@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting Event at Gans Creek Recreation Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps will be teaming up with COMO Trail Association\, Columbia Parks and Recreation\, and Volunteer Columbia to plant 150-200 new trees in the Gans Creek Recreation Area on the south side of Columbia. This tree-planting event will start at 2 p.m. and will run until 5 p.m.  Volunteers of all ages and abilities are encouraged to come out and join us as we embark on a mission to plant 500 new trees in Gans Creek Recreation Area this fall! \nColumbia Parks and Recreation and Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools and training (and trees!) for this event. Volunteers will need to wear appropriate footwear for outdoor work\, and are encouraged to dress for the environment and for the weather\, and bring a reusable water bottle. For more information on this event\, contact Stephen Bybee at Missouri Conservation Corps.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/tree-planting-event-at-gans-creek-recreation-area/
LOCATION:Gans Creek Recreation Area\, 3350 E Gans Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tree Planting,Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T170000
DTSTAMP:20251029T015009Z
CREATED:20251023T014021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T015009Z
UID:2477-1761663600-1761670800@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Work Event in Garth Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:*CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER* \nMissouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Tuesday\, October 28th\, from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. in Columbia’s Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth Ave. Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 20-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area\, and we will walk to our work site in the park. Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training\, and gloves for this event. Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle.  In case of rain\, we will reschedule this event on Wednesday\, October 29th\, from 3-5 p.m. in the same location. \nTo register for this event\, or to learn more about our events in Columbia’s parks and green spaces\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-work-event-in-garth-nature-area-5/
LOCATION:Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T170000
DTSTAMP:20251008T005237Z
CREATED:20251007T125116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T005237Z
UID:2383-1761397200-1761411600@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer in Arrow Rock with Missouri Conservation Corps and Missouri River Bird Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is excited to be going back to Arrow Rock Missouri this fall to improve native habitat in this picturesque and historic village in Saline County.  We will once again be partnering with Missouri River Bird Observatory\, the Arrow Rock State Historic Site\, and the Columbia Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.  Our work will involve cutting and removing invasive privet on the trails used by the young summer campers during MRBO’s annual Young Explorers’ Camp.  By improving the trails\, we make it easier for the summer campers\, and the year-round trail users\, to spot birds\, discover native plants\, and enjoy the native habitat surrounding Arrow Rock. \nThis year’s volunteer workday in historic Arrow Rock takes place on Saturday\, October 25th.  Volunteers are asked to meet at 1 p.m. at the Arrow Rock Visitor Center\, 39521 Visitor Center Dr\, Arrow Rock\, MO 65320. The volunteer workday will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.  In case of rain\, we will postpone the workday to Sunday\, October 26th\, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. \nVolunteers will learn to identify and remove invasive privet using hand saws and loppers.  Please bring gloves\, a reusable water bottle\, and dress appropriately for the work and for the October weather.  Missouri Conservation Corps will provide tools\, training\, plant education\, and bug spray.  We will also provide snacks for our hard-working volunteers. \nFor our younger volunteers\, MRBO and MCC will host an educational event for children.  A parent or guardian must accompany children participating in the volunteer work day. \nFor more information\, or to sign up for this unique volunteer experience\, please contact Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org \nCome and join us on October 25th in the beautiful village of Arrow Rock to improve native habitat and help out our friends at Missouri River Bird Observatory and Arrow Rock State Historic Site!
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-in-arrow-rock-with-missouri-conservation-corps-and-missouri-river-bird-observatory/
LOCATION:Arrow Rock Visitor Center\, 39521 Visitor Center Drive\, Arrow Rock\, MO\, 65320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Educational Event,Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T180000
DTSTAMP:20251008T174154Z
CREATED:20250923T195615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T174154Z
UID:2278-1760022000-1760032800@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Epic Tree Planting Event at Gans Creek Recreation Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps will be teaming up with COMO Trail Association\, Columbia Parks and Recreation\, and Volunteer Columbia to plant 150 new trees in the Gans Recreation Area on the south side of Columbia!  This epic tree-planting event will start at *3 p.m. and will run until 6 p.m.  Volunteers of all ages and abilities are encouraged to come out and join us as we embark on a mission to plant 500 new trees in Gans Creek Rec Area this fall! \nColumbia Parks and Recreation and Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools and training (and trees!) for this event.  Volunteers will need to wear appropriate footwear for outdoor work\, and are encouraged to dress for the environment and for the weather\, and bring a reusable water bottle.  For more information on this event\, contact Stephen Bybee at Missouri Conservation Corps\, or contact Kylie Platt at Volunteer Columbia! \nPlease follow this link for a map of the parking and planting areas: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1V9H91PuD97I3EULvw40WFPq8mOfAthg&ll=38.88724282659162%2C-92.29101083211107&z=17 \n*This information has been updated from the original timeframe (4 – 6 p.m.) that may still be listed on physical flyers.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/epic-tree-planting-event-at-gans-creek-recreation-area/
LOCATION:Gans Creek Recreation Area\, 3350 E Gans Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tree Planting,Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T120000
DTSTAMP:20250828T002120Z
CREATED:20250828T002120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T002120Z
UID:2136-1759831200-1759838400@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Work Event in Garth Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Tuesday\, October 7th\, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Columbia’s Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth Ave. Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 20-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area\, and we will walk to our work site in the park. Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training\, and gloves for this event. Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nTo register for this event\, or to learn more about our events in Columbia’s parks and green spaces\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-work-event-in-garth-nature-area-4/
LOCATION:Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20250923T201737Z
CREATED:20250923T192302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T201737Z
UID:2273-1758960000-1758974400@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer to Remove Honeysuckle in Florissant on National Public Lands Day!
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are needed to remove invasive bush honeysuckle from the Hall’s Ferry unit of the Big Muddy National Fish & Wildlife Refuge. This area has significant ecological and historical value\, and you can help conserve and maintain this unit on Saturday\, September 27th from 8 am – 12 pm as part of U.S Fish & Wildlife Service’s National Public Lands Day. \nVolunteers will be carpooling to the work site\, as there is very limited parking along the road by the unit. Please meet at the parking lot just off of New Halls Ferry Road. Note: this lot belongs to the Augustine Institute\, which is not affiliated with this project\, so do not continue down or park on their main campus. \nWhat to Expect \nVolunteers will cut honeysuckle with hand saws or loppers and hand-pull smaller plants. Event hosts and willing volunteers will then apply herbicide to cut stumps to prevent re-growth. All tools\, materials\, and booklets on identifying invasive honeysuckle versus native species will be provided. A small-scale trash and litter pick-up will also take place. \nVolunteers will need to wear weather-appropriate clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty\, sturdy boots or closed-toe shoes\, a hat\, and sunscreen. Volunteers should also bring a reusable water bottle and a snack\, insect repellent (if preferred)\, and sturdy gloves (if you prefer your own\, but gloves will also be provided). A water jug for refills\, bug spray and sunscreen\, and a small handwashing station will be available. \nIf you are interested in volunteering\, please RSVP with Andrew Dreas at andrew_dreas@fws.gov or 660-537-6842. Updates will be given if inclement weather or cancellation occurs. Information can also be found here: https://www.fws.gov/event/npld-halls-ferry-honeysuckle-removal-project \n  \n 
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-to-remove-honeysuckle-in-florissant-on-national-public-lands-day/
LOCATION:Hall’s Ferry Unit of Big Muddy Fish and Wildlife Refuge\, 16975 New Halls Ferry Road\, Florissant\, MO\, 63034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T190000
DTSTAMP:20250828T001730Z
CREATED:20250828T001730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T001730Z
UID:2134-1757523600-1757530800@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Work Event in Garth Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Wednesday\, September 10th\, from 5 – 7 p.m. in Columbia’s Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth Ave. Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 20-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area\, and we will walk to our work site in the park. Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training\, and gloves for this event. Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nTo register for this event\, or to learn more about our events in Columbia’s parks and green spaces\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-work-event-in-garth-nature-area-3/
LOCATION:Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20250828T152931Z
CREATED:20250828T152931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T152931Z
UID:2131-1757145600-1757160000@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Tree Planting at Gans Creek Recreation Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps\, Columbia’s Parks and Recreation\, and Columbia Volunteer Services are organizing a tree planting in Columbia’s Gans Creek Recreation Area\, 3350 E Gans Rd\, on Saturday\, September 6th\, from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. We will be planting 15-gallon container trees along the new mountain bike course. Shovels\, gloves\, and water will be provided for volunteers. Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear and bring a reusable water bottle. Volunteers are asked to RSVP. \nFor more information or to register for this event\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director\, Stephen Bybee\, at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org\, Volunteer Columbia at volunteer@como.gov\, or self-register through the City of Columbia’s Volunteer Opportunities.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-tree-planting-at-gans-creek-recreation-area/
LOCATION:Gans Creek Recreation Area\, 3350 E Gans Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tree Planting,Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T110000
DTSTAMP:20250527T201504Z
CREATED:20250527T201504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T201504Z
UID:1745-1752310800-1752318000@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Summertime Volunteer Work Day in Columbia's Garth Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Wednesday\, July 12th\, from 9-11 a.m. in Columbia’s Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth.  Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 20-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area and we will walk to our work site in the park.  Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training and gloves for this event.  Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nTo register for this event\, or to learn more about our events in Columbia’s parks and green spaces\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/summertime-volunteer-work-day-in-columbias-garth-nature-area/
LOCATION:Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T120000
DTSTAMP:20250527T201135Z
CREATED:20250527T201135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T201135Z
UID:1743-1750759200-1750766400@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Work Event in Kiwanis Park (West)
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Tuesday\, June 24th\, from 10 a.m. to noon on the west side of Columbia’s Kiwanis Park\, 926 College Park Drive.  Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 20-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area at Odor Shelter\, on the west side of Kiwanis Park\, and we will walk to our work site in the park.  Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training and gloves for this event.  Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nTo register for this event\, or to learn more about our events in Columbia’s parks and green spaces\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-work-event-in-kiwanis-park-west/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Park\, 926 College Park Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T190000
DTSTAMP:20250527T200723Z
CREATED:20250527T200723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T200723Z
UID:1741-1749661200-1749668400@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Honeysuckle Removal Volunteer Work Event in Garth Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Missouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Wednesday\, June 11th\, from 5-7 p.m. in Columbia’s Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth.  Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 20-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area and we will walk to our work site in the park.  Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training and gloves for this event.  Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nTo register for this event\, or to learn more about our events in Columbia’s parks and green spaces\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/honeysuckle-removal-volunteer-work-event-in-garth-nature-area/
LOCATION:Garth Nature Area\, 2799 North Garth\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T150000
DTSTAMP:20250527T195942Z
CREATED:20250527T195942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T195942Z
UID:1737-1749387600-1749394800@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Honeysuckle Work Day in Kiwanis Park (EAST)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 8th from 1-3 p.m. \nMissouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Sunday\, June 8th\, from 1-3 p.m. on the east side of Columbia’s Kiwanis Park\, 1001 Maplewood.  Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 20-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area at Thurston Shelter\, on the east side of Kiwanis Park\, and we will walk to our work site in the park.  Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training and gloves for this event.  Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nTo register for this event\, or to learn more about our events in Columbia’s parks and green spaces\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/volunteer-honeysuckle-work-day-in-kiwanis-park-east/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Park\, 926 College Park Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T120000
DTSTAMP:20250527T195503Z
CREATED:20250527T195405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T195503Z
UID:1735-1748685600-1748692800@missouriconservationcorps.org
SUMMARY:Honeysuckle Work Event in Kiwanis Park (East)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 31st @ 10 a.m. to Noon \nMissouri Conservation Corps is organizing a volunteer honeysuckle cutting event on Saturday\, May 31st\, from 10 a.m. to noon on the east side of Columbia’s Kiwanis Park\, 1001 Maplewood.  Volunteers will be cutting\, hacking and pulling invasive honeysuckle in this 20-acre park in central Columbia. \nVolunteers can meet in the parking area at Thurston Shelter\, on the east side of Kiwanis Park\, and we will walk to our work site in the park.  Just like all our events\, Missouri Conservation Corps will provide the tools\, training and gloves for this event.  Volunteers will need to wear sturdy footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle. \nTo register for this event\, or to learn more about our events in Columbia’s parks and green spaces\, contact Missouri Conservation Corps Project Director Stephen Bybee at stephen@missouriconservationcorps.org.
URL:https://missouriconservationcorps.org/event/honeysuckle-work-event-in-kiwanis-park-east/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Park\, 926 College Park Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Work Day
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