Calling All Volunteers!

There is a lot that goes into maintaining our public properties like mowing trails, repairing boardwalks, pulling invasive vegetation, removing garbage, clearing debris, etc. It's because of our volunteers that we are able to get much of this work done. Below are planned work dates when your help can make a difference on our properties.

A big thank you to the Ruth St. John and John Dunham West Foundation, Inc. for funding the acquisition of various new stewardship equipment! This equipment will be used in upcoming workdays on all our preserves.

Please RSVP to the provided emails above to notify GLC staff that you wish to participate in a chosen workday! 

Let's make a Difference this Fall!

Join us Sunday, November 10th from 1 PM to 4 PM, at Grasshopper Hill Preserve (E. Shoreland Rd, Elkhart Lake)! We will be cutting and treating buckthorn, an invasive species that has been taking over the property. 

And Saturday, November 16th from 9 AM to 12 PM, at Hunner Preserve (E County Rd BB, Denmark)! We will be cutting and treating honeysuckle, an invasive species we have been controlling on the property. 

And Saturday, November 16th from 9 AM to 12 PM, at Spring Preserve (Woodland Drive, Two Rivers)! We will be cutting and treating woody invasive species, cleaning out bird boxes, and conducting upkeep of tree cages.

Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to community service, your help is invaluable! Let's unite our efforts, enjoy the fresh air, and contribute to preserving our natural habitats. Bring your friends, family, and plenty of enthusiasm!

We will supply you with gloves, some water to refill water bottles, and sunscreen/bug spray. We recommend that you wear sturdy boots or shoes, long pants and a long sleeve shirt.

Please RVSP to [email protected] or [email protected]

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Get outside and in the water this coming field season and assist GLC in our annual water quality monitoring program. This year we will have some new tools, but the same great experience! These monitoring days happen once a month and welcome all types of folks to put on some boots or waders and join us in the streams! 

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Glacial Lakes Conservancy had been protecting land and water since 1996 and has grown from providing service in just one county to now stewarding 1,700 acres across a five County region. This is a big responsibility for an organization with a small staff of just three employees. We rely heavily on the passion and dedication of volunteers in the community who care deeply about supporting GLC's mission.

​As we continue to grow and become responsible for more acres of land, our need for volunteer assistance also grows. Whether you have a day or two per year or several hours per week or per month, it is enough to make a difference. If you are interested in helping, we can find a way to match with your skills and availability with our needs.  Add your name to our contact list using the volunteer form.

Committees

• Outreach (meets monthly on the first Wednesday of the month at 10:30 am)
• Fundraising (meets monthly on the second Thursday of the month at 4:30 pm)
• Special events (I.e. Annual Auction, plant sale,  in-person ticketed event - meets once or twice a month from January through May)
• Board Development (meets once a quarter)
• Endowment  (meets once a quarter)
• Land Acquisition  (meets every other month on the second Tuesday at 5:30pm)
• Land Management  (meets every other month on the second Tuesday at 5:30pm)
• Finance  (meets quarterly on Monday's at 6:00pm)

Land Stewardship & Restoration (outdoors)

• Easement monitoring
• Site Steward (public preserves)
• Invasive species management
• Tree planting
• Trail crew 
• Event help (e.g. set up, clean up, hike leader)
• Photography
  
  

Organizational Support & Outreach (indoors)​

• Writing (newsletter articles)
• Event planning
• Marketing