AmbassadorAmbassadors are often the first friendly face a visitor sees welcoming them to the park and can be counted on to share helpful information and answer a variety of questions.
RiverScape Summer Music Series Ambassador: The free Summer Music Series features a wide variety of regional acts performing live on the main stage under the pavilion at Riverscape MetroPark. Volunteer Ambassadors share their enthusiasm for Five Rivers MetroParks with a variety of diverse audiences during these performances. Volunteers are needed to help greet and welcome park patrons, answer questions and hand out literature as they stroll around the pavilion. Enjoy the music, be a part of the fun, and promote MetroParks all at the same time! Click the blue VOLUNTEER button to learn more and sign up to make a difference. |
Park MaintenanceFive Rivers MetroParks provides clean, safe parks and conservation areas for the public to enjoy year-round. Our Park Maintenance volunteers help to manage and sustain 18 beautiful parks, 11 conservation areas, and 160 miles of hike, bike, mountain bike, and horseback-riding trails for park visitors to safely enjoy.
Volunteer Kevin Westbrook supports the 2nd Street Market with custodial tasks. "It was my 1st time visiting 2nd Street Market. It was busy, full of people and interesting shops. Everyone was friendly and cool. I first met Caroline who introduced me to Linda who gave me instructions on what needed to be done. I then met Gary who was a custodial worker. I cleaned windows, wiped down tables and swept. It was a good time." - Market Custodial Support Volunteer
Love spending time at the 2nd Street Market? Want to give back to this awesome community hub? Well, do we have the perfect opportunity for you! We're on the lookout for some extra helping hands to tackle custodial tasks on weekend afternoons. Picture this: you'll be the superhero of cleanliness, keeping the market clean and tidy during operating hours, with some light sweeping, table tidying, and trash removal after closing. And the best part? You'll be doing it all indoors, so you can always depend on the weather to be consistent - unlike the weird, wacky weather we've been having this early summer! Click the blue VOLUNTEER button to learn more and sign up to make a difference.  |
ProgrammingFive Rivers MetroParks provides a wide variety of high-quality programs to help the public get outside and get connected to nature. Programming volunteers work alongside staff to provide support at programs year-round that help participants master new skills, learn about the natural world, and appreciate the value of open spaces. |
 Volunteer Phil Bush shares tips on fishing success during one of the family fishing programs. "It was really great, I loved it, I like teaching kids how to - had a lovely time!" -Fishing Program Support Volunteer Fishing Program Support:
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 Volunteer Amy Anslinger is getting ready to get on the water as a safety boater for our first TRY Paddlesports program of the season!"Fitting people with PFDs was a lot of work! But it was fun, and I learned a lot about fitting PFDs on people. I discovered if they use one that is too big it is impossible to get it tight enough, so we have to go down a size. The kids were awesome too, and everyone seemed to be excited about getting on the water." - Try Paddlesports Program Support Volunteer Try Paddlesports Program Support: June says it is time to get on the water! Ready to support our Paddlesport programs? Paddling a kayak, canoe, stand-up paddleboard (SUP) or other paddle craft is a great way to explore nature and enjoy the region's various water features. Program support volunteers are critical in ensuring we can provide high-quality, engaging programming like these to the public. No experience is necessary to provide on land support with registration, life jackets, and on-dock boat assistance. Click the blue VOLUNTEER button to learn more and sign up to make a difference. Interested in on the water support? Check out our Safety Boater Training happening this month!
 Historic Interpreter volunteer Steve McNew demonstrates and allows families try making a rope the 1880's way."Just a joy working hard to ready the summer kitchen. A friendly team approach is so appreciated. Rick's stories and dedication to the experience is just phenomenal!" -Historic Interpreter Volunteer Historic Interpreters:Do you like local history? Do you enjoy sharing information and helping others learn? Historic Interpreters bring history to life! Join us on the historic farm this season and help us share the story of the Arnold Family and demonstrate life on a 19th century farm. No experience is necessary. We'll train you! Click the blue VOLUNTEER button to learn more and respond to get started or visit the Historic Interpreter Training page here.
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Special EventsFive Rivers MetroParks provides an array of outdoor events and large programs throughout the year for residents of the Miami Valley to get connected to recreation, music, history, family, and most of all nature. Special Event volunteers serve a critical role in ensuring that each special event or large program runs smoothly from set up to tear down. |
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May 30, 2024
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by Volunteer Services
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Big Band Night at RiverScape MetroPark
