Volunteer Opportunities

Every effort you put forth makes a difference — for pollinators, for wildlife, and for the community. No experience necessary, just a curiosity about the natural world and a desire to make a difference. Browse the opportunities below and sign up for the ones that speak to you.

Tabling at Bugtopia

Date: July 25, 2026

Volunteer spots filled:

2

of 4

Volunteer Duties

Table hosting duties involve:

  • Help with setup & teardown of table materials and activities if applicable
  • Educate about Wild Ones, the Wayne County Chapter, who we are, and what we do
  • Answer general questions about native plants and their importance
  • If applicable, help lead table activities like bug lifecycle, kids coloring, craft, plant demo

You don’t need to have in-depth knowledge about native plants, just an enthusiasm to share about their importance!

Seedling and Plant Swap @EIC

Date: September 20, 2026

Volunteer spots filled: 1 of 8

Volunteer Duties

Several duties are available for this event:

  • Setup/Teardown: help with setup of tables, signage, etc.
  • Plant Selection: talk with attendees to help decide on plant selection
  • Plant Triage: Organize and direct plants coming to the event, check that they are arriving in “clean” condition.

This is not all-inclusive for how you can get involved. If you want to be a part of it and volunteer, please let us know how!

Stewardship Saturday at UM Dearborn EIC

Date: October 17, 2026

Volunteer spots filled: 2 of 25

Volunteer Duties

Stewardship Saturday events can include things like

  • Habitat Restoration: Invasive species control, native seed collection, and planting.
  • Trail & Infrastructure: Trail marking, maintenance, and building signs or boardwalks.
  • Gardening: Tending to our pollinator and rain gardens.

Be prepared to get your hands dirty and spend a fulfilling day helping the EIC steward their beautiful space.