Cleveland Metroparks offers drop-in service opportunities to community members without the commitment of becoming an ongoing volunteer.
These seasonal one-time service projects are perfect for individuals, families or for students looking to fulfil school service hour requirements. Drop-in service projects generally last 2-3 hours. Our drop-in service projects typically take place between March-October. Please sign up for one of our service days below by clicking on the appropriate event registration link and completing the appropriate registration form for each participant. The youth registrations must be completed by a parent or legal guardian. If a volunteer is under the age of 16, they must be accompanied by an adult parent or guardian. Registration is available for events 60 days into the future only.
Invasive Plant Management
Lend a hand and help with invasive plant management! The Natural Resources team will be hosting volunteer days throughout the month of December. Volunteers will be helping to cut back and remove invasive shrubs at Brookside Reservation. Come prepared with sturdy work boots, long pants, gloves, and plenty of water. Hand tools will be provided.
- Tuesday, December 3; 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm @ Brookside Reservation, Brighton Park
- Tuesday, December 3; 3 pm - 5 pm @ Brookside Reservation, Brighton Park
- Thursday, December 5; 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm @ Brookside Reservation, Brighton Park
- Friday, December 13; 9:30 am - 11:30 am @ Brookside Reservation, Brighton Park
Adult Sign Up
Trail Work Days
Lend a hand and help with trail restoration! The Trails team will be hosting volunteer days throughout the month of September and October. Projects include digging, moving dirt, branches, and logs, and restoring natural areas around new trails. Come prepared with sturdy work boots, long pants, gloves, and plenty of water. Hand tools and snacks will be provided. See you on the trails!
- Thursday, November 21; 9 am - 12 pm @ North Chagrin Reservation
Adult Sign Up
Youth Sign Up