Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool Seeks Volunteers

Out of the many volunteering hours I have logged in throughout the years, volunteering at the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool was one of the most enjoyable. Located at Fullerton Parkway and Cannon Drive in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood, helping with the tours, that were given every hour and a half, and assisting with the gardening in such a beautiful environment, was exhilarating. Although the upkeep of such an area is daunting because of how much space it encompasses, there were always plenty of volunteers on hand to get the job done.

The Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool opens up their six-week Docent Spring Training Program on April 9, 2011. I have to say that the program is filled with so much interesting information on horticulture, nature, landscaping design and Lincoln Park history in general, that it is very worth while to sign up just for the learning experience alone. When you're a Docent, you give the free tours, and although you'll see the same scenery over and over, if you're like me, you will never tire of seeing the gorgeous wildflowers, stone walkways, breathtaking landscape and waterfall.

If you want more information on how you can sign up for the Docent Spring Training at the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, call 312-742-4698 or check out their website.

Source: Personal Experience
Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool
Chicago Park District
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