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VOLO BOG STATE NATURAL AREA IS OPEN AGAIN!
More excellent news - the go-ahead has been granted to return to limited interpretive programming. Programs will be limited to outdoor settings, with group size limited to 8 -15 plus the leader, depending on the program. Face masks will be required when six-feet distance cannot be maintained AND reservations are required. In addition, 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. Masks must be present and worn as noted above.
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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.
The Winning Pictures are up!
Come into the visitors center and congratulate this years winning photos.
Please observe Covid protocols.
Friends of Volo Bog
Environmental Studies/Natural Science Scholarship Application 2021
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Submission Deadline: March 31
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Applications are accepted January 1 – March 31 each year.
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Scholarships are announced in May.
Membership
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Donate
Friends of Volo Bog operates solely on your donations and dedication of our loyal band of volunteers.
Please follow the link and click on the donation button to donate. Thank you!
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.
Due to Covid -19 Restrictions
Winterfest will not be held this year
Photo contest winners awards will
be announced on January 9. Stay tuned for details
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.