Needs From: United Way of the Lakeshore

Volunteer: Plant the Future Series - Dune Harbor Park Native Plug Planting

Caring for the earth doesn't end in April!  

In partnership with Muskegon County Parks & the Muskegon Conservation District, join us for a fantastic day of native planting!

During this event, volunteers will help plant native plants in the parking lot landscape areas to create native gardens. Converting these spaces to native plantings provides many benefits, including improved habitat for pollinators and wildlife, better stormwater absorption, reduced maintenance, and increased biodiversity.

Event Date & Time:

Friday, May 15th, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

If all scheduled plants are installed before the end of the event, we will continue planting any remaining plants from previous workdays. 

Location:  

2161 Seminole Rd, Norton Shore, MI 49441

What to bring: 

• Closed-toed shoes and clothing suitable for planting and getting dirty

• Water Bottles

Muskegon Conservation District and Muskegon County Parks will provide the necessary planting tools and gloves. 

A special thank you to the Consumers Energy Foundation, whose Planet Award grant made this and many other events in 2025 and 2026 possible.  


Agency: Muskegon Area Parks & Greenways Coalition

Caring for the earth doesn't end in April!  

In partnership with Muskegon County Parks & the Muskegon Conservation District, join us for a fantastic day of native planting!

During this event, volunteers will help plant native plants in the parking lot landscape areas to create native gardens. Converting these spaces to native plantings provides many benefits, including improved habitat for pollinators and wildlife, better stormwater absorption, reduced maintenance, and increased biodiversity.

Event Date & Time:

Friday, May 15th, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

If all scheduled plants are installed before the end of the event, we will continue planting any remaining plants from previous workdays. 

Location:  

2161 Seminole Rd, Norton Shore, MI 49441

What to bring: 

• Closed-toed shoes and clothing suitable for planting and getting dirty

• Water Bottles

Muskegon Conservation District and Muskegon County Parks will provide the necessary planting tools and gloves. 

A special thank you to the Consumers Energy Foundation, whose Planet Award grant made this and many other events in 2025 and 2026 possible.  


Agency: Muskegon Area Parks & Greenways Coalition

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On May 15, 2026

Zip Code: 49441

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Muskegon County Bicycling Coalition - Bike Repair Days

The Muskegon County Bicycling Coalition frequently receives donations of new, lightly used, or heavily used bikes. The bikes are provided to the Bike Library at the Muskegon Area District Library - Muskegon Heights Branch as well as to individuals who reach out to the organization and show need.  

However, in order to provide these bikes, repairs are often needed. THAT'S WHERE HELP IS NEEDED. Typically, on the third Saturday of the month, the MCBC leads volunteer bike repair days.  Tools and materials provided (and guidance!).  All volunteers are welcome - it doesn’t matter how skilled you are at fixing bikes, there will be something where help is needed.  

The Bike Repair days are located the MCBC's "Clubhouse" at Moon Elementary.  Simply come to the southern most entrance on the west side of the building. Someone will be there to let you into the building. This event is regularly scheduled on the third Saturday of the month at 10 am.

Agency: Muskegon Area Parks & Greenways Coalition

The Muskegon County Bicycling Coalition frequently receives donations of new, lightly used, or heavily used bikes. The bikes are provided to the Bike Library at the Muskegon Area District Library - Muskegon Heights Branch as well as to individuals who reach out to the organization and show need.  

However, in order to provide these bikes, repairs are often needed. THAT'S WHERE HELP IS NEEDED. Typically, on the third Saturday of the month, the MCBC leads volunteer bike repair days.  Tools and materials provided (and guidance!).  All volunteers are welcome - it doesn’t matter how skilled you are at fixing bikes, there will be something where help is needed.  

The Bike Repair days are located the MCBC's "Clubhouse" at Moon Elementary.  Simply come to the southern most entrance on the west side of the building. Someone will be there to let you into the building. This event is regularly scheduled on the third Saturday of the month at 10 am.

Agency: Muskegon Area Parks & Greenways Coalition

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On May 16, 2026

Zip Code: 49442

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Muskegon European frog-bit Hand Pulling

Looking for a fun way to earn volunteer hours and help protect local nature?

Join the Muskegon Conservation District for a hands-on invasive species removal event at Muskegon Nature Preserve!

We’ll be hand-pulling European frog-bit, an invasive aquatic plant, to help restore and protect this beautiful natural area. Don’t worry, we’ll make it fun, social, and rewarding!


When: Meet at 9:00 AM, wrap up around Noon

Come for an hour or stay the whole time—every bit helps!

Where: Muskegon Nature Preserve 2529 Lake Avenue North Muskegon, MI, 49445


MCD will provide:
-Waders
-Gloves
-Kayaks & PFDs
-Trash bags & shrub rakes


You bring:
-Your own boots
-A snack or lunch
-A willingness to get a little muddy and make a big impact


This is a great opportunity to give back, learn about invasive species, and enjoy the outdoors with awesome people.

Questions? Contact the Muskegon Conservation District—we’d love to have you join us!

Agency: Muskegon Conservation District

Looking for a fun way to earn volunteer hours and help protect local nature?

Join the Muskegon Conservation District for a hands-on invasive species removal event at Muskegon Nature Preserve!

We’ll be hand-pulling European frog-bit, an invasive aquatic plant, to help restore and protect this beautiful natural area. Don’t worry, we’ll make it fun, social, and rewarding!


When: Meet at 9:00 AM, wrap up around Noon

Come for an hour or stay the whole time—every bit helps!

Where: Muskegon Nature Preserve 2529 Lake Avenue North Muskegon, MI, 49445


MCD will provide:
-Waders
-Gloves
-Kayaks & PFDs
-Trash bags & shrub rakes


You bring:
-Your own boots
-A snack or lunch
-A willingness to get a little muddy and make a big impact


This is a great opportunity to give back, learn about invasive species, and enjoy the outdoors with awesome people.

Questions? Contact the Muskegon Conservation District—we’d love to have you join us!

Agency: Muskegon Conservation District

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Jun 5, 2026

Zip Code: 49445

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Grounds and Landscaping

With 212 acres of land, including wetlands, woods, and grassy fields, we can always use a hand maintaining our grounds and landscaping. We are always seeking volunteers who enjoy working with their hands and spending time in the outdoors! Opportunities vary by season, but may include mowing grass, leaf blowing/raking, weed control, and ground improvement efforts like planting grass, spreading gravel or mulch, etc.

CLICK HERE to sign-up for our Spring Volunteer Day on Saturday, April 18th! 

Visit https://camphenry.org/get-involved/volunteer or contact us to learn about our ongoing needs:  volunteer@camphenry.org | 616.717.5556.

Agency: Camp Henry

With 212 acres of land, including wetlands, woods, and grassy fields, we can always use a hand maintaining our grounds and landscaping. We are always seeking volunteers who enjoy working with their hands and spending time in the outdoors! Opportunities vary by season, but may include mowing grass, leaf blowing/raking, weed control, and ground improvement efforts like planting grass, spreading gravel or mulch, etc.

CLICK HERE to sign-up for our Spring Volunteer Day on Saturday, April 18th! 

Visit https://camphenry.org/get-involved/volunteer or contact us to learn about our ongoing needs:  volunteer@camphenry.org | 616.717.5556.

Agency: Camp Henry

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 49337

Allow Groups: No