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Volunteer

Photography Volunteers

Volunteer photographer focusing on large tree in the forest preserve.

Capture moments in the preserves with your camera.

Photograph landscapes, plants, animals, education programs, special events and behind-the-scenes work.

Your photos of the preserves could be featured in our quarterly Horizons magazine, in our monthly e-newsletter, on our social media platforms and in other publications!

Quarterly projects can be tailored to your photographical interests. Working on uneven terrain is occasionally required. We provide credit wherever we use images taken by volunteers.

If this role sounds right for you, fill out the Volunteer Interest Form. If you have any questions, call our community engagement specialist at 847-968-3408.

 

Volunteer Position Location Special Requirements
Photographer Various Preserves Background check required. Must be at least 18 years old. Occasionally works on uneven terrain.

 

Photos

  • Volunteer photographers walking through the woods taking photos.
  • Volunteer photographers walking through the woods taking photos.
  • Volunteer photographers shooting photos along a frozen river bank.
  • Volunteer photographer taking a closeup photo of a tree in the forest preserve.

Photos © Liz Rose Fisher, R. Scott McNeill