Partner event: Dakota County Volunteer Fair

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Wescott Library Lower Level, Eagan
Volunteer removing burdock at Vermillion River Linear Park

A volunteer removes invasive burdock at a 2025 event at Vermillion River Linear Park in Dakota County. (Photo by Alexandra Jabbarpour for FMR)

Join FMR at the Dakota County Volunteer Fair to explore exciting volunteer opportunities for 2026.

Meet FMR Stewardship & Education program staff, learn about upcoming FMR volunteer events and meet representatives from other nonprofits showcasing opportunities with food shelves, natural resource management, community events, violence prevention, visiting with seniors, working with youth and much more.

This event is free and no registration is required. Free parking is available in the main library parking lot.

Questions? Please reach out to Garrett Zafke, Dakota County Community Relations and Volunteer Services Coordinator, at garrett.zafke@co.dakota.mn.us.

Thank you to our partners and funders: 

Dakota County

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Claim your spot by Sept. 10.