Forest district seeks 'Make a Difference Day' volunteers

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County invites volunteers of all ages to help a local habitat by removing litter at East Branch Forest Preserve on Glen Ellyn Road in Glendale Heights during "Make a Difference Day" from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 28.

Individuals and families, as well as school, church, Scout and other groups, are invited, but adults must accompany children younger than 18.

Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear waterproof boots and gloves, as they will be cleaning along shorelines and trails. Participants must register three business days in advance (10 days for groups of five or more) through Volunteer Services at (630) 462-8707 or volunteer@dupageforest.org.

"East Branch is a beautiful preserve to visit in the fall to see the colorful prairie grasses, enjoy a picnic outdoors or drop a line in Rush Lake," said district volunteer services coordinator Deborah Brooks.

"We hope volunteers feel good knowing their efforts will help keep the environment clean and healthy for all to enjoy."

"We are extremely grateful to all our volunteers who help us keep our preserves clean and beautiful," said Forest Preserve District Commissioner Tim Whelan, District 4. "Our volunteers really do make a difference, not only on 'Make a Difference Day,' but each and every day."