gardening, parks, volunteer
I almost thought I was part of a fairy tale while biking past a tiny cottage just south of Cafe Brauer in Lincoln Park, but a sign proclaimed it the headquarters
of the Volunteer Gardening Program of the Lincoln Park Zoo.
If you used to have a garden but have moved to an apartment in the city or if you hope to have a garden some day, this may be a perfect solution.
Gardeners are a special breed so it's quite fitting that this organization is supremely flexible. Members range from complete novices to master gardeners and schedules are varied to suit one's own. Volunteers may work on a regular weekly schedule or a monthly one (such as once a month) or even work occasionally.
Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 8:30AM to 12Noon. No application is necessary and on the job training is available. The areas covered include those within and around the zoo from Fullerton on the north to Armitage on the south. The Farm in the Zoo and the South Pond are serviced as well. The program continues from May through October and all tools, water and snacks are provided.
This program has been ongoing for ten years and boasts from 80 to 100 volunteers. For further information contact 312.742.2124 or volunteer@lpzoo.org.
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