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Due to operational issues and the possibility of severe tree damage due to the approaching weather system, this event has been cancelled. 

By helping others, volunteers also help themselves. At Open Space STL, we understand and appreciate what our volunteers do for us. That is one of the reasons why we highly value our partnership with AmeriCorps. AmeriCorps and the U.S. Census Bureau latest Volunteering and Civic Life in America research found that they are essential to our nation's economic and social well-being. They also earn benefits such as hands-on experience, learning new skills, and more. Follow AmeriCorps to learn more. #VolunteeringInAmerica #CivicEngagement #Volunteering #CivicLife #BestofAmerica #Volunteer #AmeriCorps

Check out the new article by Terrain Magazine - St. Louis about the Mound City Film Series. https://lnkd.in/gvNHqkBZ Come out to 4 Hands Brewing Company on April 23rd for the kickoff event, RSVP at: https://lnkd.in/g97fC2PX

You know the #honeysuckle is in trouble when we start recruiting #volunteers from #Texas too. We had a great turnout this morning with some of our regular crew being joined by 25 students from Austin College during a Spring Break trip focused on #service A big #thankyou to Ainsley Nelson and all the members of the Austin College Service Station who came out today to Route 66 State Park. The Service Station is a student-run office that promotes the involvement of all Austin College students in volunteer and community service efforts. To learn more about this program, go to: https://lnkd.in/gcBXm2yY #kidsarethefuture #openspaces

March is here and our schedule is full of great options to come out and #volunteer Plenty of options this week to start your 60 for 60 Challenge in 2025! Help us celebrate our 60th anniversary by volunteering 60 hours this year. Register to volunteer at: volunteer.openspacestl.org #openspaces #habitatrestoration

As part of the celebration during the 2025 Confluence Trash Bash on April 12th, make sure you and your family join us for the Watershed Festival held after the clean up is over. Join us at The Audubon Center at the Riverlands from 11 am to 2 pm.

A big shout out to St. Louis Magazine for the wonderful article about the newly announced Mound City Film Series https://lnkd.in/gXCn_cc3

AmeriCorps works because we put people where the need is greatest. From supporting education and disaster recovery to helping veterans and protecting the environment, millions of Americans donned the AmeriCorps 🅰️ to demonstrate how service and volunteerism can make a real difference in our communities every day. Join AmeriCorps to recognize the extraordinary acts of ordinary citizens who bring out the best of America: https://lnkd.in/gHXCX2iH #AmeriCorpsWeek #AmeriCorpsWorks Recently, we had Nora Stark join our team as an AmeriCorps member with Missouri Stream Teams serving Open Space STL as a Community Stewardship Coordinator. Nora recently graduated from Saint Louis University in 2024 with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science with a concentration in geoscience. Needless to say, she has spent the past four years getting her hands dirty studying soil, water, and minerals. During her time at SLU, Nora served as President of the Wilderness Adventure Club, leading outdoor adventures all across the country! She also had the privilege of participating in educational field trips through SLU's Earth and Atmospheric Science Department, traveling to places like Hawaii and Washington. Despite these incredible experiences, she always wanted to return to her roots in St. Louis, a city she loves deeply. Nora says she is thrilled to work with Open Space STL to help enhance and preserve our local environment. #openspaces

We’re beyond thrilled to launch the inaugural Mound City Film Series, bringing the legendary Mountainfilm —America's premier showcase of adventure, activism and jaw-dropping storytelling from Telluride—to St. Louis! Teaming up with 4 Hands Brewing Company , Swade Cannabis , River City Outdoors and Open Space STL , this FREE series kicks off Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at the 4 Hands Brewery & Tasting Room. Join us to celebrate Open Space STL’s 60th anniversary of protecting Missouri’s waterways, parklands, and ecosystems. Expect captivating documentaries from Telluride’s iconic festival , live music at 4:20pm, guest speakers at 6:30pm, and screenings at 7pm monthly through September. No tickets needed—just show up for an unforgettable experience! RSVP at: https://lnkd.in/gbHx8tbf Wednesday, April 23: “Interwoven: Stories of Land, Water, and Community” Opening Night explores mankind’s deep and complex relationship with nature, from melting icebergs to resilient communities and the lasting footprints humans leave on the environment. Through stories of connection, impact, and stewardship, these films invite viewers to reflect on their role in shaping the world around them. Featured Films: “I am the Nature,” “UsuGiliz Awakun,” “Healy,” “Mama's Sundry,” and “Footprints on Katmai.” Guest Speakers: Bonnie Harper, Executive Director of Open Space STL Chris Trunk, Hospitality Director of 4 Hands Brewing Company

Registeration is now open to #volunteer for the 2025 Confluence Trash Bash on Saturday, April 12th Help protect land and water in the St. Louis area and be a part of one of the largest volunteer clean-up events in the metro area and help beautify the Lower Missouri River watershed. Open Space STL and its partners invite the public to be part of the 2025 Confluence Trash Bash, happening April 12th in the St. Louis area. Confluence Trash Bash partners for 2025 include; Great Rivers Greenway , Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District, the EarthWays Center , St. Louis County Parks and Recreation , Missouri Department of Transportation , The Audubon Center at Riverlands, MISSISSIPPI RIVER WATER TRAIL ASSOCIATION, Leave No Trace and Missouri Stream Teams. One of the largest annual cleanup efforts in the area, the Confluence Trash Bash is a chance to help clean up the rivers and creeks within the Lower Missouri River watershed. Volunteers can sign up to volunteer and choose from multiple cleanup locations or storm drain marking sites within the watershed beginning on Friday, February 28th. Site leaders will be present at each cleanup location to provide instructions and supplies and to lead volunteers through the cleanup. The event is free, and all volunteers will be provided with work gloves and trash bags to use for the cleanups. Participants will also receive a free t-shirt while supplies last. Volunteers must pre-register and complete a liability waiver to receive their free t-shirt, select a cleanup site, and help event organizers coordinate supplies. Volunteers of all ages are encouraged to help with this Trash Bash, but children must have adult supervision. #ConfluenceTrashBash #CTB25 #TrashBash #OpenSpaceSTL #talkintrash #trashpanda