We will be working in the woods clearing invasive species- honeysuckle and buckthorn to increase biodiversity. This has been an ongoing project that has dramatically changed the quality of the woods. Volunteers will learn to identify honeysuckle and buckthorn and be provided the tools to remove it. Much of the work will be done with loppers and chainsaws. We will also be gathering downed sticks and logs to reduce the biofuel on the forest floor. If the weather is appropriate, we will be have a fire.
United Way Day of Caring 2026
Join us for the annual United Way Day of Caring, the largest community-wide day of volunteering in Central New York!
Find all volunteer opportunities here for our annual Day of Caring on Thursday, August 6th, 2025!
FAQ Pages
Interested in volunteering as an individual or team? Click here to learn how.
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QUESTIONS?
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Katie Hanlon, Chief Community Officer: khanlon@unitedway-cny.org (315) 428-2200
Elisabeth Osei-Kwame, Volunteer Administrator: eoseikwame@unitedway-cny.org (315) 428-2210
Details
| 10 and older | |
| Team Size: 5 - 15 members per team | |
| Is Family Friendly | |
| Register by Aug 4, 2026 | |
| Is Outdoors | |
| Inclement Weather Plan: We will get wet. |
Location
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6629 East Taft Road
East Syracuse, NY 13057 |
