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VOLO BOG STATE NATURAL AREA IS OPEN!
Currently programs are limited to outdoor settings, group sizes are limited to 8 -15 people plus your leader, depending on the program.
Face masks are required for unvaccinated individuals. Reservations are required.
Of Bogs & Books book discussion, our FOVB Board Meetings, and some other programs are being held via Zoom.
The Visitor Center is open Wednesday - Sunday as Staff & Volunteers are available.
Contact us at or IDNR site staff at or 815-344-1294.
Patrons are encouraged to call IDNR’s Parks administrative line Monday through Friday at 217-782-6752 with questions that pertain to other parks.
Please stay well!
COVID-19 Protocols at your IDNR Sites
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Do not enter the parks if you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. Follow the CDC’s and DPH guidelines.
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Proper Mask wearing is REQUIRED in ALL of our buildings including outhouses, as well as outside when not able to be six feet from others not from your household. Please bring hand sanitizer.
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Limited outdoor-only interpretive hikes and volunteer activities have resumed.
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Group size is limited, varying with the program.
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We reserve the right to limit the number of people using the sites based on everyone’s ability to engage safely and be mindful of these rules.
Friends of Volo Bog
Environmental Studies/Natural Science Scholarship Application 2021
Thank you for your submissions.
The winners will be announced soon at our annual Picnic.
Past winner? Please share your updates with us. Email
Things to do this Spring and summer coming soon.
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Friends of Volo Bog operates solely on your donations and dedication of our loyal band of volunteers.
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About
Friends of Volo Bog is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the preservation of Volo Bog through education & citizen awareness.
Volunteer
Volo Bog & Moraine Hills Park has exciting volunteer opportunities available.
The Boardwalk is Open!
Temporary repairs have been made to the Volo Bog Boardwalk allowing for walking the loop without a guide. But ONE-WAY traffic and mask wearing (when not able to be distant from those who you don’t live with) are required during COVID-19. We continue our tours as always and are delighted to be able to show you the WHOLE BOG!
Volunteer and make a difference! - Please Inquire:
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Join a Friends’ Board – openings on both Friends of Volo Bog and Friends of Moraine Hills State Park boards
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Docents & Bog Naturalists at VBSNA once-a-month on weekends
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Youth Program Naturalists at VBSNA – once-a-week on Wednesdays or Thursdays
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Volunteer Veterans Conservation Corps at VBSNA & MHSP
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Habitat Restoration & Stewardship Team at VBSNA & MHSP
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Adopt-a-Road at VBSNA
Planning a Visit to the Bog
Normally, the Visitor Center is open Wednesday - Sunday from
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
There are times when staff/volunteers are not available and hours may change on short notice
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Friends of Volo Bog
Mission Statement
The mission of the Friends of Volo Bog is;
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To promote citizen awareness of the natural heritage of Volo Bog State Natural Area through the support of education and special events.
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To help with the acquisition of property, if needed.
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To help insure the continued care and preservation of Volo Bog State Natural Area as a natural historic site.