Join the next generation of conservation stewards!

Public lands in southwest Ohio are under constant threat from invasive species—but local governments and other land-owning entities don’t have the funding or capacity to effectively restore and manage forested lands on their own. Instead, they rely on volunteers for the additional capacity required to manage invasive species.

That’s where YOU come in! The Civic Garden Center’s Greenspace Guardians certification is an 11-month training that equips volunteers with the skills and knowledge required to play a leadership role in restoring public greenspaces and managing them long term. The program blends classroom time with on-site visits to local restoration projects to give you the skills you need to take on leadership roles with conservation-focused local organizations.

Cost: $250 (scholarships available)