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Volunteer Events

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At Madison Parks, volunteers are the heartbeat of our community and nature spaces. We provide diverse, enriching volunteer opportunities perfect for youth, families, groups, and individuals. Explore the options below to find a way to connect with nature and your community. Check out upcoming events organized by Parks staff and explore opportunities organized by volunteers. 

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Upcoming Events

  1. Volunteer at The Glen
    • The Glen Golf Park
      3747 Speedway Road
  2. Earth Day Challenge
  3. Bird & Nature Festival 2025
    • Warner Park Community Recreation Center
      1625 Northport Drive
  4. Volunteer at The Glen
    • The Glen Golf Park
      3747 Speedway Road
  5. Volunteer at The Glen
    • The Glen Golf Park
      3747 Speedway Road
  6. Volunteer at The Glen
    • The Glen Golf Park
      3747 Speedway Road
  7. Ride the Drive 2025
    • Multiple Locations
  8. Volunteer at The Glen
    • The Glen Golf Park
      3747 Speedway Road
  9. Volunteer at The Glen
    • The Glen Golf Park
      3747 Speedway Road
  10. Volunteer at The Glen
    • The Glen Golf Park
      3747 Speedway Road

Annual Events

Disc Golf Volunteer Days

Various Saturdays, typically in April or May

Dog Park Cleanup Day

Held at Madison's off-leash dog parks each spring. 

Earth Day Challenge

Spring park cleanup and spruce up.

Ride the Drive

Signature event promoting healthy living.

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Volunteer

Ongoing Reoccurring Projects

Brittingham Park Beach

2nd Saturday of each month
10:00 am
Brittingham Park Beach
701 W. Brittingham Place
Picking up trash along the Monona Bay Shoreline and in Brittingham Park.
Contact: Nina Emerson

Hoyt Park

3rd Saturday March - November
10:00 am
Hoyt Park, 3902 Regent Street
Meet in the main parking lot.
Projects vary.
Contact: Tim Astfalk

Cherokee March Conservation Parks

Various dates, locations, and projects
Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park - Mendota, North or South
Contact: Jan Axelson