BOCA RATON, FL — A Boca Raton preserve needs a few hours of volunteer help Friday morning.
The Institute for Regional Conservation and the City of Boca Raton are organizing an ecological restoration volunteer day at Gopher Tortoise Preserve on June 26, 2026, according to the event listing. The work is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at 10 W. Hidden Valley Blvd.
The project centers on restoring part of the preserve after invasive species removal. Volunteers are expected to help install native plants, remove invasive species and do mild debris cleanup, according to the listing.
No prior experience is required. The listing says 25 volunteers are needed and identifies the event as suitable for kids, teens, public groups and adults 55 and older, with an age requirement of 4 and up.
Organizers ask participants to RSVP before attending. The Institute for Regional Conservation says volunteers should wear comfortable outdoor clothing because the work will be in full sun. The listing also recommends a hat, sunscreen and a reusable water bottle.
The Institute for Regional Conservation is a Florida-based nonprofit focused on protecting and restoring regional biodiversity. The Boca Raton event is listed as a one-time volunteer opportunity with a time commitment of a few hours.
A reminder email will be sent before the event to people who sign up, according to the listing. See the event website for details.
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