In the spirit of service and fostering a sense of community, Douglas County is calling on its residents to part take in the fall Dougnad volunteer event, scheduled for September 28, as part of the National Cleanup Month initiatives. This event offers a series of outdoor activities aimed at beautifying various local areas and providing residents with the chance to earn volunteer hours while contributing to their neighborhoods.
The fall Dougnad, a nod to the Norwegian concept of communal work, invites people from all walks of life to join in on a day dedicated to environmental stewardship. The Douglas County Parks Department is organizing the Challenger Tree Planting event, and for those living near the Highlands Ranch, the Renew the Ranch initiative offers a chance to clean up Marcy Gulch and the Southridge Area. Pet owners can take part in the Glendale Farm Dog Park pickup. As detailed by Douglas County, "This is the perfect opportunity to give back to your community and ensure Douglas County is well-kept for all who live and play here!"
As an additional benefit, those participating on Sept. 28 will receive a thank-you gift as a token of appreciation for their efforts. Douglas County has published details of the Dougnad event, with information on how to sign up and the specific projects one can join, on its official website. Volunteering doesn't require a complicated process, in the case of the Glendale Farm Dog Park pickup, for example, no prior sign-up is necessary, interested parties can simply arrive on-site and contribute.
