Stewardship & Volunteering

Our Elements believes that in order to live up to our mission, “Community supporting community, cultivating unity as we deepen our connection with the natural world,” we need to do our part in helping to connect people to Stewardship & Volunteering projects. All information has been gathered from publicly shared information, but Our Elements hopes to compile it in a clear, comprehensive way to get our community members to find ways to get involved with stewardship projects, waterway clean-ups, trail clean-up, and much more.

Volunteer best practices

  • What to Bring:

    - Work gloves

    - Sturdy hiking/work shoes

    - Long pants and long sleeves (poison ivy/tick protection)

    - Hat

    - Water bottle and snacks

    - Sunscreen and bug spray/ tick spray

    - Garden tools (if you have them - often provided)

    - Rain jacket

    - Tools (if instructed by organizer)

  • How to stay up to date:

    Sign up for email lists from PTNY, Riverkeeper, and organizations you're interested in

    Follow on social media for event announcements and updates

    Register early - popular sites fill up quickly (4-6 weeks before events)

    Check back regularly - new sites are often added

    Bring friends/family - more fun and bigger impact!