Our mission Advancing outdoor education and conservation in West Michigan.
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Youth Volunteer Opportunities

This program is designed for 12 to 18 year-olds who will work with ODC staff on a variety of indoor and outdoor tasks. Time may be spent improving trails, removing invasive species, cleaning animal enclosures, or assisting staff at events.
  • Monthly
  • Teens
  • Individuals
  • Physical, Indoor, Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays, Weekends

Advisory Committees

The ODC Network has multiple advisory committees to help provide expertise for staff on a variety of topics. These committees meet throughout the year and are an important part of how the ODC Network meets its mission.
  • Occasional
  • Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor
  • Skilled
  • Weekdays

River Clean-ups

Help clean the Macatawa River of trash, debris, and other non-natural materials, on foot or by boat. Anyone under 16 years old must be with an adult. Boats and equipment will be provided if used during the cleanup.
  • One-time
  • Teens, Adults
  • Individuals, Groups (2-10)
  • Physical, Outdoor
  • None
  • Weekdays, Weekends

Event Support

Community events such as Treats and Trails, Macatawa Water Festival, Homestead Holiday, Maple Sugar Time, and the Migratory 5K Fun Run offer a variety of volunteer opportunities including setup, parking, wildlife assistant, and teardown.
  • Occasional
  • Adults
  • Individuals, Groups (2-10)
  • Physical, Event support, Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays
How you help Our staff of conservation experts and volunteers help us to protect and restore thousands of acres of natural habitat in West Michigan. From expansive public trail systems to pollinator gardens in your own back yard, we’re leading the charge on conservation in our community.
About us The ODC Network is a non-profit outdoor education organization. Through its programs, demonstration areas and interpretive exhibits, the ODC Network provides students and community members with up-close views of nature and learning opportunities about the West Michigan environment.
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