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Upcoming Activities   Calendar

Register	Pullin' Mullein   Thursday, 25 June 2026 |   09:00 AM | Bayou Gulch Regional Park - Passive Area |  Registration Required Mullein is an invasive non-native weed that is everywhere. Help us rid this weed from our parks and open spaces! The best way to get rid of mullein is to pull it up before it goes to seed and these weeds pull out of the ground easily this time ...  more
Register	Fireworks Show Volunteers   Saturday, 04 July 2026 |   06:00 PM | Highland Heritage Regional Park |  Registration Required Volunteer with Douglas County Parks and Recreation during the fireworks display at Highland Heritage Regional Park. Volunteers will assist County staff with trash during the event.  more
Register	Firework Debris Cleanup   Sunday, 05 July 2026 |   06:30 AM | Highland Heritage Regional Park |  Registration Required Help us clean up debris after the July 4th Fireworks show!  more
Register	Playground Mulch   Wednesday, 08 July 2026 |   09:00 AM | Chatfield East Park |  Registration Required Playground mulch is an essential safety component, and we are looking for a few good people to add new mulch to our playgrounds. All tools and materials will be provided, along with an appreciation swag bag! Please note that all children un...  more
Register	Shoreline Cleanup   Wednesday, 15 July 2026 |   09:00 AM | Bingham Lake Park |  Registration Required Calling all anglers! Clean shorelines make for great fishing spots. Help us pick up fishing lines and trash from the shoreline. Gloves, trash bags, and an appreciation bag are included! Please note that an adult must accompany all children u...  more
Register	Tree Planting   Saturday, 18 July 2026 |   09:00 AM | Fairgrounds Regional Park |  Registration Required If you enjoy trees and their shade, this event is for you! Help plant new trees at Fairgrounds Regional Park Dog Park. All materials and gloves will be provided. Additionally, each volunteer receives an appreciation swag bag! Please note that ...  more
Register	Playground Mulch   Wednesday, 22 July 2026 |   09:00 AM | Perry Pines Park |  Registration Required Playground mulch is an essential safety component, and we are looking for a few good people to add new mulch to our playgrounds. All tools and materials will be provided, along with an appreciation swag bag! Please note that all children un...  more
Register	Trail Corridor Pruning   Thursday, 23 July 2026 |   09:00 AM | E/W Regional Trailhead (Schweiger Ranch) |  Registration Required Help us keep the trail corridor open by pruning back the forage. All tools and gloves will be provided, along with an appreciation bag! Please note that an adult must accompany all children under the age of 16.  more
Register	Trail Corridor Pruning   Wednesday, 29 July 2026 |   09:00 AM | E/W Regional Trail - Backcountry |  Registration Required Help us keep the trail corridor open by pruning back the forage. All tools and gloves will be provided, along with an appreciation bag! Please note that an adult must accompany all children under the age of 16.  more
Register	Trash Pick Up   Wednesday, 05 August 2026 |   09:00 AM | Highland Heritage Regional Park |  Registration Required Do you enjoy the fresh air and sunlight? Would you like to help keep our properties clean and inviting? Or are you looking for somewhere to complete your high school volunteer hours? If so, join us for some mid-day sun in a beautiful natural area,...  more

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