Giving Back to Save the Earth
Please use the following forms to record events affiliated with Neuqua Valley's Environmental Club. It is highly recommended that you keep track of your own personal hours in the separate document. There you may include hours for the organizations that are outside sponsored events.
What: An organization that sorts community donations to give back to the community or recycling in all ways possible. Open to flexible schedules of volunteering. Those 14 and up may assist without being accompanied by an adult. Your help spreads the word to the community and cleans the earth at the same time in a friendly, supportive, creative atmosphere.
Where: 800 S. Rohlwing Rd (Route 53), Unit D, Addison, IL 60101
Contact: info@scarce.org for more info
Register: to volunteer at www.scare.org/volunteer/
What: Complete 120 hours of volunteering with the zoo annually. Seniors may not apply for this opportunity. Learn about the animals, their habitats, and conservation efforts behind the scene. Then with this education you will educate the public about these animals! This is great experience for any field of work you plan to go into.
Where: The Brookfield Zoo and surrounding areas (optional visitation)
When: This is year-round
Register: Spring dates coming soon, follow-up for Information at the Brookfield Zoo Website
What: In recognizing the importance of our local watershed, volunteers gather to clean debris from the river and riverbanks. For those not comfortable handling trash, there is also a need for help with restoration. From the items that have been found over the years, you never know what you might find.
Where: Naperville drop along the DuPage River
When: May 16, 2025 (Register by May 8th)
Register: The DuPage County Website
What: Interested in conversing over the Shedd Aquarium's unique array of sea creatures? Maybe you're intrigued by horticulture or the crucial role that water plays in its make-up that supports life on Earth. Whatever interests you, the Shedd Aquarium has a volunteer offering for it. Those under 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult. Consider applying anytime.
Where: Shedd Aquarium Chicago
When: Anytime or Specific Action Day Programs
Register: HERE
Eat Friendly
Look into what it means to eat organically, and locally. When eating out, avoid Styrofoam, plastic cups, plastic straws, and utensils. Instead bring your own reusable! It's easy to find with a quick search online.
Clean Friendly
Look into ways to save water and energy. Wash laundry in large loads on cold cycles. Run the dishwasher only when full. Look into natural hygienic products, and biodegradable cleaning tools.
Invest Friendly
Know what you're buying! Buy in bulk, know what's recyclable, and avoid environmentally damaging packaging. Be sure to check out if the products you eat and buy are also sustainably made. It's not hard to find!
Neuqua Valley High School Environmental Club
2360 95th St.
Naperville, IL 60564
630.428.6000