Volunteer

Join Elmhurst Park District in caring for the beautiful Keith A. Olson Prairie, the oldest living environment in Elmhurst!

Join Elmhurst Park District in caring for the beautiful Keith A. Olson Prairie, the oldest living environment in Elmhurst!

UPDATE 9-19-26 8:15 am - Today's prairie work day has been cancelled due to rain and ground saturation. The next work day will be Saturday, October 17.

An Elmhurst landmark will now bear the name of one of its biggest advocates and stewards.

Looking for active, outdoor volunteer opportunities for your friends, family or organization? Check out Adopt-A-Park!

Ten parks are currently available for 2024: East End, Golden Meadows, Jaycee Tot Lot, Maple Trail Woods, Marjorie Davis, Pick, Pioneer, Van Voorst, Wild Meadows Trace, and York Commons. 

This month, 160 native Bur Oak saplings made their debut as they were planted near the Elmhurst Great Western Prairie’s northern tree line.

With the help of volunteers and in cooperation with the Park District, Troop 9117 Eagle Scout candidate, Joanna Clohessy, recently helped revitalize Kiwanis Pa

Those looking for ways to contribute to the conservation of Elmhurst or the preservation of its history need look no further than the Elmhurst Great Western Prairie, a gem of local environmental hi