Tree Planting Work Day
For this shift, we will be planting near the Founder’s parking lot. All the trees will be within walking distance from there! — Join us for a tree planting volunteer workday! During this volunteer shift, you’ll be planting trees, which will involve using tools like shovels, box cutters, and rakes. Tools, gloves, and instruction will be […]
Tree Planting Work Day
For this shift, we will be planting near Century Antiques! We recommend parking around the corner on Logan St. as to not take the business’ parking spots on Century Ave. — Join us for a tree planting volunteer workday! During this volunteer shift, you’ll be planting trees, which will involve using tools like shovels, box […]
August Ring Race at Bike Park
Welcome to Ring Race! A gravel bike race through Grand Rapids Bike Park, Friends of Grand Rapids Parks invites you to compete for fame and glory or cheer on racers! The race is two laps around an old baseball infield and one heck of a good time! Everyone is guaranteed two races with winners moving […]
July Ring Race at Bike Park
Welcome to Ring Race! A gravel bike race through Grand Rapids Bike Park, Friends of Grand Rapids Parks invites you to compete for fame and glory or cheer on racers! The race is two laps around an old baseball infield and one heck of a good time! Everyone is guaranteed two races with winners moving […]
June Ring Race at Bike Park
Welcome to Ring Race! A gravel bike race through Grand Rapids Bike Park, Friends of Grand Rapids Parks invites you to compete for fame and glory or cheer on racers! The race is two laps around an old baseball infield and one heck of a good time! Everyone is guaranteed two races with winners moving […]
Incredible Insect Extravaganza at Plaster Creek Family Park
Calling all bug lovers, bug skeptics, nature nerds, and everyone in between. Explore Plaster Creek Park’s meadow, learn how conservation impacts the insect populations, get more comfortable with bugs, and enjoy a variety of bug-themed activities with local partners. This event is suitable for everyone interested in ecology, insects, conservation, and exploring our parks! Free […]
Conservation Crew at Plaster Creek Trail
For this shift, we’ll be doing invasive species removal, which will involve the use of hand tools, herbicide, and PPE. Please meet at the intersection of Rosemary St. SE and Godwin Ave. SE. There is plenty of street parking on Godwin Ave. Note: Registration will take you to our third party volunteer management tool—once you’re […]
Conservation Crew at Huff Park
For this shift, we’ll be doing invasive species removal, which will involve the use of hand tools, herbicide, and PPE. Please meet at the Aberdeen parking lot. Note: Registration will take you to our third party volunteer management tool—once you’re in our system, you’ll be able to sign up for volunteer shifts with Friends! Just […]
Conservation Crew at Ball Perkins Park
For this shift, we’ll be doing invasive species removal, which will involve the use of hand tools, herbicide, and PPE. Please meet in the parking lot off Perkins. Note: Registration will take you to our third party volunteer management tool—once you’re in our system, you’ll be able to sign up for volunteer shifts with Friends! […]
Conservation Weekend Workday at Aman Park
For this shift, we’ll be doing invasive species removal, which will involve the use of hand tools, herbicide, and PPE. Please meet in the lot by the trailhead. After the workday, we hope you’ll join us for a Wildflower Walk through Aman Park, guided by Pete Quakenbush and Kent Conservation District! This free walk is […]