Volunteer: TIRS: Fall Kickball for Teens/Adults - 2025All skill levels are welcome as we break down the basics of kicking, running base to base, catching, teamwork and scrimmaging too! VOLUNTEERS will provide assistance as needed to help participants with disabilities to be successful during skills and drills and/or game play. This is an 8-week program - we are asking Volunteers to attend weekly! Volunteers for all Therapeutic & Inclusive Recreation Services (TIRS) programs must be at least 18 years old.Volunteers MUST have a completed application and background check on file to for this program.Register for any or all shifts - Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm Please plan to arrive 30 minutes early for set-up!QUESTIONS? Contact Jackie.Williams@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1306/704-607-7879 (mobile) Need an application or to check your status? Contact Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov Program: Therapeutic & Inclusive Recreation Services All skill levels are welcome as we break down the basics of kicking, running base to base, catching, teamwork and scrimmaging too! VOLUNTEERS will provide assistance as needed to help participants with disabilities to be successful during skills and drills and/or game play. This is an 8-week program - we are asking Volunteers to attend weekly! Volunteers for all Therapeutic & Inclusive Recreation Services (TIRS) programs must be at least 18 years old.Volunteers MUST have a completed application and background check on file to for this program.Register for any or all shifts - Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm Please plan to arrive 30 minutes early for set-up!QUESTIONS? Contact Jackie.Williams@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1306/704-607-7879 (mobile) Need an application or to check your status? Contact Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov Program: Therapeutic & Inclusive Recreation Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28210 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: BINGO! - Programs for Seniors at NRRC - SEPT-OCT 2025It's time for FUN in the Fall! Programs for Seniors at the Northern Regional Recreation & Senior Center are always a big hit, and we LOVE having Volunteer help! Volunteers should be at least 16 years old - please dress in comfortable clothing (no tank tops, please) and wear closed-toe shoes. BINGO Volunteers will assist with calling numbers and/or checking winning cards. *Volunteers may register for any or all listed dates/shifts! If you have questions or if your plans change, please contact Elise.White@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 980-314-1479 Program: Recreation Centers It's time for FUN in the Fall! Programs for Seniors at the Northern Regional Recreation & Senior Center are always a big hit, and we LOVE having Volunteer help! Volunteers should be at least 16 years old - please dress in comfortable clothing (no tank tops, please) and wear closed-toe shoes. BINGO Volunteers will assist with calling numbers and/or checking winning cards. *Volunteers may register for any or all listed dates/shifts! If you have questions or if your plans change, please contact Elise.White@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 980-314-1479 Program: Recreation Centers Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28031 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: GARDEN WORK DAY at Quest - November 1, 2025Don't have a garden of your own? Looking to get your hands dirty? Come and see what it takes to maintain a native plant garden! On this final date for this year, be prepared to weed, mulch or prune the Quest landscape while enjoying the company of like-minded plant people. Please wear weather appropriate clothing (Fall layers, garden boots) and bring a pair of gardening gloves if you have them - No gardening experience is necessary! All tools provided. Please bring a refillable water bottle! QUESTIONS? Contact Christine.Lawson@MeckNC.gov or call 980-314-7878 (Quest main line) Program: Nature Centers Don't have a garden of your own? Looking to get your hands dirty? Come and see what it takes to maintain a native plant garden! On this final date for this year, be prepared to weed, mulch or prune the Quest landscape while enjoying the company of like-minded plant people. Please wear weather appropriate clothing (Fall layers, garden boots) and bring a pair of gardening gloves if you have them - No gardening experience is necessary! All tools provided. Please bring a refillable water bottle! QUESTIONS? Contact Christine.Lawson@MeckNC.gov or call 980-314-7878 (Quest main line) Program: Nature Centers Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Nov 1, 2025 Zip Code: 28078 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: A WALK IN THE PARK Cleanup Projects - Renaissance Park - Nov 4, 2025Sign up today to help keep your favorite park or greenway clean and healthy by picking up litter! A great way to spend an hour AT LUNCHTIME by getting outdoors and helping in your community. Park and meet at Renaissance Park's Jeff Adams Tennis Center, at the address listed here. Look for Park & Recreation signs and staff. Below are a few tips and reminders for a SAFE & PRODUCTIVE Volunteer experience: Wear long pants for protection from scratches - Leggings or light-weight athletic pants are fine. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes – REQUIRED, NO sandals, Crocs or flip-flops. Wear OLDER shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty, wet or muddy. Bring your own heavy-duty work gloves – extras will be available; litter pickers and trash bags are provided. Wear a hat and sunscreen for protection from sun exposure; and your preferred bug spray, if needed. Bring your own water in a refillable water bottle (in a backpack, if possible); to stay hydrated, avoid the need to refill, and to protect the environment from single-use plastic bottles. A water cooler for refilling will be available.If you have questions, or if you have a group who would like to help on a different day, please contact the Park & Recreation Volunteer Coordinator at Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov or 980-314-1046 (office). Program: Park Projects Sign up today to help keep your favorite park or greenway clean and healthy by picking up litter! A great way to spend an hour AT LUNCHTIME by getting outdoors and helping in your community. Park and meet at Renaissance Park's Jeff Adams Tennis Center, at the address listed here. Look for Park & Recreation signs and staff. Below are a few tips and reminders for a SAFE & PRODUCTIVE Volunteer experience: Wear long pants for protection from scratches - Leggings or light-weight athletic pants are fine. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes – REQUIRED, NO sandals, Crocs or flip-flops. Wear OLDER shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty, wet or muddy. Bring your own heavy-duty work gloves – extras will be available; litter pickers and trash bags are provided. Wear a hat and sunscreen for protection from sun exposure; and your preferred bug spray, if needed. Bring your own water in a refillable water bottle (in a backpack, if possible); to stay hydrated, avoid the need to refill, and to protect the environment from single-use plastic bottles. A water cooler for refilling will be available.If you have questions, or if you have a group who would like to help on a different day, please contact the Park & Recreation Volunteer Coordinator at Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov or 980-314-1046 (office). Program: Park Projects Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Nov 4, 2025 Zip Code: 28217 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: BINGO! - Programs for Seniors at NRRC - NOV-DEC 2025It's time for FUN as we head for the Holiday season and close out 2025! Programs for Seniors at the Northern Regional Recreation & Senior Center are always a big hit, and we LOVE having Volunteer help! Volunteers should be at least 16 years old - please dress in comfortable clothing (no tank tops, please) and wear closed-toe shoes. BINGO Volunteers will assist with calling numbers and/or checking winning cards. *Volunteers may register for any or all listed dates/shifts! If you have questions or if your plans change, please contact Elise.White@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 980-314-1479 Program: Recreation Centers It's time for FUN as we head for the Holiday season and close out 2025! Programs for Seniors at the Northern Regional Recreation & Senior Center are always a big hit, and we LOVE having Volunteer help! Volunteers should be at least 16 years old - please dress in comfortable clothing (no tank tops, please) and wear closed-toe shoes. BINGO Volunteers will assist with calling numbers and/or checking winning cards. *Volunteers may register for any or all listed dates/shifts! If you have questions or if your plans change, please contact Elise.White@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 980-314-1479 Program: Recreation Centers Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28031 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: GREENWAY CLEANUP at Four Mile Creek Greenway - November 2025"Project Captain" Brian McCready gathers energetic Volunteers on one Saturday each month - to trim trees and weeds; pick up trash; and clear branches and debris from the Four Mile Creek Greenway path. *NOTE THAT THE MEETING LOCATION THIS MONTH IS DIFFERENT, due to a known need for cleanup under the Johnston Road bridge, close to where Four Mile Creek Greenway joins with Lower McAlpine Creek Greenway! The listed address will provide directions to the parking lot on Johnston Road - Carpooling is strongly encouraged. Volunteers must be at least age 12. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/adult. Wear long pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes for safety, especially important this date!Must provide your own WORK gloves and hand pruners/loppers - electric string trimmers or hedge clippers are allowed! Bring a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray and a hat.QUESTIONS? Contact Karen Howard at 980-314-1046 or Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov Program: Greenways "Project Captain" Brian McCready gathers energetic Volunteers on one Saturday each month - to trim trees and weeds; pick up trash; and clear branches and debris from the Four Mile Creek Greenway path. *NOTE THAT THE MEETING LOCATION THIS MONTH IS DIFFERENT, due to a known need for cleanup under the Johnston Road bridge, close to where Four Mile Creek Greenway joins with Lower McAlpine Creek Greenway! The listed address will provide directions to the parking lot on Johnston Road - Carpooling is strongly encouraged. Volunteers must be at least age 12. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/adult. Wear long pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes for safety, especially important this date!Must provide your own WORK gloves and hand pruners/loppers - electric string trimmers or hedge clippers are allowed! Bring a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray and a hat.QUESTIONS? Contact Karen Howard at 980-314-1046 or Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov Program: Greenways Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Nov 8, 2025 Zip Code: 28226 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: EXTREME CLEANUP at Albemarle Road Park!Mecklenburg County has been working to make improvements to Albemarle Road Park, that have included the construction of phase 1: trails, a boardwalk, site furnishings, a playground, fitness equipment, a picnic shelter, a basketball court and new signage. The Mecklenburg County Board of County Commissioners allocated $7 million to the improvement of existing local parks in an effort to improve equity. Albemarle Road Park was one of the ten parks selected to receive this funding. Now that Phase 1 is finished, a grand re-opening is scheduled for early December - and we need VOLUNTEERS to help with an EXTREME CLEANUP to get the Park ready! Volunteers will complete tasks that may include limb and brush cutting and removal, "heavy" trash and debris cleanup, invasive plant removal, mulching, etc. Volunteers are also needed to clean up the grounds around Albemarle Road Recreation Center, which will also serve as our gathering location. PARKING: Use the address listed here for the Recreation Center - 5027 Idlewild Road N, 28227. Park and check in at the front of the Center, then divide into groups to work at the Park (across WT Harris Blvd) and around the Recreation Center. Look for Park & Recreation signs and staff! QUESTIONS? Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov or call 980-314-1046 (office) or 704-200-7074 (mobile/text). Program: Park Projects Mecklenburg County has been working to make improvements to Albemarle Road Park, that have included the construction of phase 1: trails, a boardwalk, site furnishings, a playground, fitness equipment, a picnic shelter, a basketball court and new signage. The Mecklenburg County Board of County Commissioners allocated $7 million to the improvement of existing local parks in an effort to improve equity. Albemarle Road Park was one of the ten parks selected to receive this funding. Now that Phase 1 is finished, a grand re-opening is scheduled for early December - and we need VOLUNTEERS to help with an EXTREME CLEANUP to get the Park ready! Volunteers will complete tasks that may include limb and brush cutting and removal, "heavy" trash and debris cleanup, invasive plant removal, mulching, etc. Volunteers are also needed to clean up the grounds around Albemarle Road Recreation Center, which will also serve as our gathering location. PARKING: Use the address listed here for the Recreation Center - 5027 Idlewild Road N, 28227. Park and check in at the front of the Center, then divide into groups to work at the Park (across WT Harris Blvd) and around the Recreation Center. Look for Park & Recreation signs and staff! QUESTIONS? Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov or call 980-314-1046 (office) or 704-200-7074 (mobile/text). Program: Park Projects Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Nov 8, 2025 Zip Code: 28227 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: INVASIVE PLANT REMOVAL at James Boyce Park - NOV 2025"Project Captain" Bruce Chapman leads Volunteers in caring for James Boyce Park and restoring natural habitat by removing invasive plants throughout the Fall season. We will cut and/or pull up invasive English ivy, privet and autumn olive, giving native plants a better home to grow. Pre-registration is REQUIRED for all Volunteers! Use the listed address for the Park - 300 Boyce Road, 28211 - and meet by the kiosk, near the restroom building in the last parking area. Volunteers must be at least age 10. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/adult Wear long pants, long sleeves and sturdy, closed-toe shoes for safety - Dress for the weather!Must provide your own WORK gloves and pruners/clippers Bring a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray (if needed) and a hatQUESTIONS? Contact Karen Howard at 980-314-1046 or Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov Program: Park Projects "Project Captain" Bruce Chapman leads Volunteers in caring for James Boyce Park and restoring natural habitat by removing invasive plants throughout the Fall season. We will cut and/or pull up invasive English ivy, privet and autumn olive, giving native plants a better home to grow. Pre-registration is REQUIRED for all Volunteers! Use the listed address for the Park - 300 Boyce Road, 28211 - and meet by the kiosk, near the restroom building in the last parking area. Volunteers must be at least age 10. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/adult Wear long pants, long sleeves and sturdy, closed-toe shoes for safety - Dress for the weather!Must provide your own WORK gloves and pruners/clippers Bring a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray (if needed) and a hatQUESTIONS? Contact Karen Howard at 980-314-1046 or Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov Program: Park Projects Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Nov 8, 2025 Zip Code: 28211 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: "A THANKFUL GATHERING with SENIOR FRIENDS" at NRRC!A thankful gathering amongst friends! It's the time of year to be thankful, so what better way to show our appreciation than to gather together for a traditional Thanksgiving meal, along with some fun and games! VOLUNTEERS are needed to help with set-up of tables/chairs and final decorations; serving food and beverages, assist with games if needed; and help with clean-up after the event. You should be at least 16 years old to Volunteer for this event. Please wear a black or dark colored polo, button-up shirt or blouse; and closed-toe shoes. Set-up begins at 3:00pm; event runs 4:00-5:30pm; clean-up until 7:00pm or when finished.QUESTIONS? Contact Elise.White@mecklenburgcountync.gov or 980-314-1479 Program: Recreation Centers A thankful gathering amongst friends! It's the time of year to be thankful, so what better way to show our appreciation than to gather together for a traditional Thanksgiving meal, along with some fun and games! VOLUNTEERS are needed to help with set-up of tables/chairs and final decorations; serving food and beverages, assist with games if needed; and help with clean-up after the event. You should be at least 16 years old to Volunteer for this event. Please wear a black or dark colored polo, button-up shirt or blouse; and closed-toe shoes. Set-up begins at 3:00pm; event runs 4:00-5:30pm; clean-up until 7:00pm or when finished.QUESTIONS? Contact Elise.White@mecklenburgcountync.gov or 980-314-1479 Program: Recreation Centers Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Nov 13, 2025 Zip Code: 28031 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: EASTWAY AIRLINES (Home for the Holidays)Grab your boarding pass and take flight with us as we celebrate the warmth of Thanksgiving and the joy of togetherness! Join us in our transformed “holiday lounge” for an evening of music, dancing, raffles, and a delicious meal served with love and gratitude. Themed like a festive airport homecoming, a reminder that at Eastway… we’re not just a community, we’re family. VOLUNTEERS will help with set-up and decorations, signing in and interacting with guests, serving food and cleaning up after the event. Please wear comfortable clothing in fall colors, and closed-toe shoes. Volunteers should be at least 16 years old. 2 shifts are available - you may sign up for either shift, or for both: Set-up: 1:00pm-5:00pmEvent: 3:30pm-8:00pmQUESTIONS? Contact Trina.Williams@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 980-314-146 Program: Recreation Centers Grab your boarding pass and take flight with us as we celebrate the warmth of Thanksgiving and the joy of togetherness! Join us in our transformed “holiday lounge” for an evening of music, dancing, raffles, and a delicious meal served with love and gratitude. Themed like a festive airport homecoming, a reminder that at Eastway… we’re not just a community, we’re family. VOLUNTEERS will help with set-up and decorations, signing in and interacting with guests, serving food and cleaning up after the event. Please wear comfortable clothing in fall colors, and closed-toe shoes. Volunteers should be at least 16 years old. 2 shifts are available - you may sign up for either shift, or for both: Set-up: 1:00pm-5:00pmEvent: 3:30pm-8:00pmQUESTIONS? Contact Trina.Williams@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 980-314-146 Program: Recreation Centers Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28213 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: LATE FALL + WINTERIZING Community Garden Workday - NOV 23, 2025Join us and learn how to put the Garden to bed for the winter! We need your help cutting some plants back and leaving others (learn why!); storing hoses and sharpening tools. Gardening in Charlotte can be year-round, but the period between mid-December and mid-February is a time of rest, even for the cold-hardy greens that may over-winter and provide harvests next season. Care now means we will have a smooth start in the early spring with tools all sharpened and beds ready to dig into! Wear long pants, long sleeves; and closed-toe shoes are REQUIRED! *Be warned: No restroom facilities at or close to this site. PARKING: Use the listed address for GPS - 3105 Winterfield Place, 28205 - the Garden is on the right directly across from Winterfield Elementary School. Park on the street in front of the Garden's main entrance, or in the school parking lot. QUESTIONS? Email Carla Vitez at carlavitez@gmail.com Program: Community Gardens Join us and learn how to put the Garden to bed for the winter! We need your help cutting some plants back and leaving others (learn why!); storing hoses and sharpening tools. Gardening in Charlotte can be year-round, but the period between mid-December and mid-February is a time of rest, even for the cold-hardy greens that may over-winter and provide harvests next season. Care now means we will have a smooth start in the early spring with tools all sharpened and beds ready to dig into! Wear long pants, long sleeves; and closed-toe shoes are REQUIRED! *Be warned: No restroom facilities at or close to this site. PARKING: Use the listed address for GPS - 3105 Winterfield Place, 28205 - the Garden is on the right directly across from Winterfield Elementary School. Park on the street in front of the Garden's main entrance, or in the school parking lot. QUESTIONS? Email Carla Vitez at carlavitez@gmail.com Program: Community Gardens Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Nov 23, 2025 Zip Code: 28205 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: INVASIVE PLANT REMOVAL at James Boyce Park - DEC 2025"Project Captain" Bruce Chapman leads Volunteers in caring for James Boyce Park and restoring natural habitat by removing invasive plants throughout the Fall season. We will cut and/or pull up invasive English ivy, privet and autumn olive, giving native plants a better home to grow. Pre-registration is REQUIRED for all Volunteers! Use the listed address for the Park - 300 Boyce Road, 28211 - and meet by the kiosk, near the restroom building in the last parking area. Volunteers must be at least age 10. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/adult Wear long pants, long sleeves and sturdy, closed-toe shoes for safety - Dress for the weather!Must provide your own WORK gloves and pruners/clippers Bring a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray (if needed) and a hatQUESTIONS? Contact Karen Howard at 980-314-1046 or Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov Program: Park Projects "Project Captain" Bruce Chapman leads Volunteers in caring for James Boyce Park and restoring natural habitat by removing invasive plants throughout the Fall season. We will cut and/or pull up invasive English ivy, privet and autumn olive, giving native plants a better home to grow. Pre-registration is REQUIRED for all Volunteers! Use the listed address for the Park - 300 Boyce Road, 28211 - and meet by the kiosk, near the restroom building in the last parking area. Volunteers must be at least age 10. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/adult Wear long pants, long sleeves and sturdy, closed-toe shoes for safety - Dress for the weather!Must provide your own WORK gloves and pruners/clippers Bring a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray (if needed) and a hatQUESTIONS? Contact Karen Howard at 980-314-1046 or Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov Program: Park Projects Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Dec 13, 2025 Zip Code: 28211 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Nature Center Assistant/Docent - QUESTVolunteers who register as Nature Center Assistants may assist in any or all of the following capacities:
Animal Care
Basic Animal Care (daily) (can be 14+)
Water change and/or mist
Remove old food & waste
Advanced Animal care (1-3 times/week) (must be 18, or have been a prior Basic AC Volunteer for 1 year)
Water change, mist, remove old food & waste
Animal diet preparation
Animal feeding
Deep cleaning tanks
Visitor Services (must be 18)
Greeting visitors
Collecting surveys
Maintaining nature center exhibits
Maintain loaner program items (fishing poles, backpacks, etc)
Administrative (must be 18)
Answer phones/greet visitors during staff meetings
Print flyers, make copies
Grounds (can be under 18 with accompanying parent/guardian)
Walking trails to remove trash
Maintain outdoor play area
Maintain gardens
Maintain compost bins
Refill/clean bird feeders
Check/refill kiosks
Docent (weekends & special events) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling and interpretation
Impromptu interpretation in & around nature center
Campground visits
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Docent (weekdays) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling, school curriculum and interpretation
Campground visits
Assistance with:
School programming at nature center
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Program: Nature Centers Volunteers who register as Nature Center Assistants may assist in any or all of the following capacities:
Animal Care
Basic Animal Care (daily) (can be 14+)
Water change and/or mist
Remove old food & waste
Advanced Animal care (1-3 times/week) (must be 18, or have been a prior Basic AC Volunteer for 1 year)
Water change, mist, remove old food & waste
Animal diet preparation
Animal feeding
Deep cleaning tanks
Visitor Services (must be 18)
Greeting visitors
Collecting surveys
Maintaining nature center exhibits
Maintain loaner program items (fishing poles, backpacks, etc)
Administrative (must be 18)
Answer phones/greet visitors during staff meetings
Print flyers, make copies
Grounds (can be under 18 with accompanying parent/guardian)
Walking trails to remove trash
Maintain outdoor play area
Maintain gardens
Maintain compost bins
Refill/clean bird feeders
Check/refill kiosks
Docent (weekends & special events) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling and interpretation
Impromptu interpretation in & around nature center
Campground visits
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Docent (weekdays) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling, school curriculum and interpretation
Campground visits
Assistance with:
School programming at nature center
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Program: Nature Centers Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 28078 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Nature Center Assistant/Docent - McDowellVolunteers who register as Nature Center Assistants may assist in any or all of the following capacities:
Animal Care
Basic Animal Care (daily) (can be 14+)
Water change and/or mist
Remove old food & waste
Advanced Animal care (1-3 times/week) (must be 18, or have been a prior Basic AC Volunteer for 1 year)
Water change, mist, remove old food & waste
Animal diet preparation
Animal feeding
Deep cleaning tanks
Visitor Services (must be 18)
Greeting visitors
Collecting surveys
Maintaining nature center exhibits
Maintain loaner program items (fishing poles, backpacks, etc)
Administrative (must be 18)
Answer phones/greet visitors during staff meetings
Print flyers, make copies
Grounds (can be under 18 with accompanying parent/guardian)
Walking trails to remove trash
Maintain outdoor play area
Maintain gardens
Maintain compost bins
Refill/clean bird feeders
Check/refill kiosks
Docent (weekends & special events) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling and interpretation
Impromptu interpretation in & around nature center
Campground visits
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Docent (weekdays) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling, school curriculum and interpretation
Campground visits
Assistance with:
School programming at nature center
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Program: Nature Centers Volunteers who register as Nature Center Assistants may assist in any or all of the following capacities:
Animal Care
Basic Animal Care (daily) (can be 14+)
Water change and/or mist
Remove old food & waste
Advanced Animal care (1-3 times/week) (must be 18, or have been a prior Basic AC Volunteer for 1 year)
Water change, mist, remove old food & waste
Animal diet preparation
Animal feeding
Deep cleaning tanks
Visitor Services (must be 18)
Greeting visitors
Collecting surveys
Maintaining nature center exhibits
Maintain loaner program items (fishing poles, backpacks, etc)
Administrative (must be 18)
Answer phones/greet visitors during staff meetings
Print flyers, make copies
Grounds (can be under 18 with accompanying parent/guardian)
Walking trails to remove trash
Maintain outdoor play area
Maintain gardens
Maintain compost bins
Refill/clean bird feeders
Check/refill kiosks
Docent (weekends & special events) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling and interpretation
Impromptu interpretation in & around nature center
Campground visits
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Docent (weekdays) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling, school curriculum and interpretation
Campground visits
Assistance with:
School programming at nature center
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Program: Nature Centers Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 28278 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Nature Center Assistant/Docent - Stevens CreekVolunteers who register as Nature Center Assistants may assist in any or all of the following capacities:
Animal Care
Basic Animal Care (daily) (can be 14+)
Water change and/or mist
Remove old food & waste
Advanced Animal care (1-3 times/week) (must be 18, or have been a prior Basic AC Volunteer for 1 year)
Water change, mist, remove old food & waste
Animal diet preparation
Animal feeding
Deep cleaning tanks
Visitor Services (must be 18)
Greeting visitors
Collecting surveys
Maintaining nature center exhibits
Maintain loaner program items (fishing poles, backpacks, etc)
Administrative (must be 18)
Answer phones/greet visitors during staff meetings
Print flyers, make copies
Grounds (can be under 18 with accompanying parent/guardian)
Walking trails to remove trash
Maintain outdoor play area
Maintain gardens
Maintain compost bins
Refill/clean bird feeders
Check/refill kiosks
Docent (weekends & special events) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling and interpretation
Impromptu interpretation in & around nature center
Campground visits
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Docent (weekdays) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling, school curriculum and interpretation
Campground visits
Assistance with:
School programming at nature center
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Program: Nature Centers Volunteers who register as Nature Center Assistants may assist in any or all of the following capacities:
Animal Care
Basic Animal Care (daily) (can be 14+)
Water change and/or mist
Remove old food & waste
Advanced Animal care (1-3 times/week) (must be 18, or have been a prior Basic AC Volunteer for 1 year)
Water change, mist, remove old food & waste
Animal diet preparation
Animal feeding
Deep cleaning tanks
Visitor Services (must be 18)
Greeting visitors
Collecting surveys
Maintaining nature center exhibits
Maintain loaner program items (fishing poles, backpacks, etc)
Administrative (must be 18)
Answer phones/greet visitors during staff meetings
Print flyers, make copies
Grounds (can be under 18 with accompanying parent/guardian)
Walking trails to remove trash
Maintain outdoor play area
Maintain gardens
Maintain compost bins
Refill/clean bird feeders
Check/refill kiosks
Docent (weekends & special events) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling and interpretation
Impromptu interpretation in & around nature center
Campground visits
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Docent (weekdays) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling, school curriculum and interpretation
Campground visits
Assistance with:
School programming at nature center
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Program: Nature Centers Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 28227 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Nature Center Assistant/Docent - Reedy CreekVolunteers who register as Nature Center Assistants may assist in any or all of the following capacities:
Animal Care
Basic Animal Care (daily) (can be 14+)
Water change and/or mist
Remove old food & waste
Advanced Animal care (1-3 times/week) (must be 18, or have been a prior Basic AC Volunteer for 1 year)
Water change, mist, remove old food & waste
Animal diet preparation
Animal feeding
Deep cleaning tanks
Visitor Services (must be 18)
Greeting visitors
Collecting surveys
Maintaining nature center exhibits
Maintain loaner program items (fishing poles, backpacks, etc)
Administrative (must be 18)
Answer phones/greet visitors during staff meetings
Print flyers, make copies
Grounds (can be under 18 with accompanying parent/guardian)
Walking trails to remove trash
Maintain outdoor play area
Maintain gardens
Maintain compost bins
Refill/clean bird feeders
Check/refill kiosks
Docent (weekends & special events) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling and interpretation
Impromptu interpretation in & around nature center
Campground visits
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Docent (weekdays) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling, school curriculum and interpretation
Campground visits
Assistance with:
School programming at nature center
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Program: Nature Centers Volunteers who register as Nature Center Assistants may assist in any or all of the following capacities:
Animal Care
Basic Animal Care (daily) (can be 14+)
Water change and/or mist
Remove old food & waste
Advanced Animal care (1-3 times/week) (must be 18, or have been a prior Basic AC Volunteer for 1 year)
Water change, mist, remove old food & waste
Animal diet preparation
Animal feeding
Deep cleaning tanks
Visitor Services (must be 18)
Greeting visitors
Collecting surveys
Maintaining nature center exhibits
Maintain loaner program items (fishing poles, backpacks, etc)
Administrative (must be 18)
Answer phones/greet visitors during staff meetings
Print flyers, make copies
Grounds (can be under 18 with accompanying parent/guardian)
Walking trails to remove trash
Maintain outdoor play area
Maintain gardens
Maintain compost bins
Refill/clean bird feeders
Check/refill kiosks
Docent (weekends & special events) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling and interpretation
Impromptu interpretation in & around nature center
Campground visits
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Docent (weekdays) (must be 18)
Trained in animal handling, school curriculum and interpretation
Campground visits
Assistance with:
School programming at nature center
Campfire programs
Special events
PR tables
Program: Nature Centers Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 28215 Allow Groups: No |