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Conservation Tip: Autumn Conservation Tips
Oct 1, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesAutumn brings all the beautiful colors of the trees, and then the abundance of those fallen leaves! Reducing waste, conserving energy, and making eco-conscious choices, all add up to a healthier community. Here are some ways to make autumn a more sustainable season:
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Volunteer Spotlight: Carl Henderson - Saving the World One Volunteer Opportunity at a Time
Oct 1, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesIf you've been to a special event at Five Rivers MetroParks, there's a good chance you've seen the smiling face of Master Recycler volunteer, Carl Henderson. With his amazingly positive attitude, willingness to step in when and where needed, and overall energy and enthusiasm for Five Rivers MetroParks, Carl shines as a volunteer!
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October Volunteer Opportunities: Event Volunteers Needed - The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience, Fall Family Adventure, and Make A Difference Day - all happening this month in your MetroParks! Join us!
Oct 1, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesEvent Volunteers Needed! Come on out and support your MetroParks this month at a variety of fun, family-friendly events! 100 Volunteers are needed to support The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience coming up October 5th and 6th, as well as Fall Family Adventure and Make A Difference Day - all happening this month in your MetroParks !
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Get Connected Tech Tip: New Get Connected Site Training for Volunteers Available NOW!
Oct 1, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesAre you new to volunteering with us? Not quite comfortable with using our Get Connected site or just want to learn more? Check out our brand new Get Connected Site Training for Volunteers! We'll show you how to create an account, how to submit qualifications, how to respond to volunteer opportunities and check in to shifts all in one short 11 minutes training video. Check it out below and available in the Volunteer Training Library.
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Staff Lead Highlight: Kelly Bohrer, New Sustainability Manager
Oct 1, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesStaff Lead Highlights are a great way for volunteers to get to know our staff and for staff to share their work with volunteers. We are fortunate to have dedicated staff who truly bring our mission to life, help connect individuals to nature and support our efforts in our community. This month we are highlighting one of our newer staff leads, Kelly Bohrer, Sustainability Manager.
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Volunteer Appreciation: Don't Forget to Submit Your Favorite MetroPark Photos for this Year's Thank You Card! Plus, New VIP Item coming in December!
Oct 1, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesVolunteer Appreciation: Don't Forget to Submit Your Favorite MetroPark Photos for this Year's Thank You Card! Plus, New VIP Item coming in December!
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - October 2024
Oct 1, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesOur parks have a rich history, and many were important to Dayton residents years before they became MetroParks. One of the first MetroParks was Carriage Hill! You can find many fun things to see and do, like the Riding Center, the Histoic Farm, Trails to enjoy nature and discover many of the birds in the re-established habitats, the fishing ponds and Dry Lick creek. Learn more about the history of our parks before they became part of Five Rivers MetroPark here. In this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: - Feature: The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience Needs YOU this Weekend! - Conservation Tip: Autumn Conservation Tips - Volunteer Spotlight: Carl Henderson - Saving the World One Volunteer Opportunity at a Time - October Volunteer Opportunities: Event Volunteers Needed - The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience, Fall Family Adventure, and Make A Difference Day - all happening this month in your MetroParks! Join us! - Get Connected Tech Tip: New Get Connected Site Training for Volunteers Available NOW! - Staff Lead Highlight: Kelly Bohrer, New Sustainability Manager - Volunteer Appreciation: Don't Forget to Submit Your Favorite MetroPark Photos for this Year's Thank You Card! - Parkways Online Features
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - September 2024
Aug 31, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesFall officially begins on September 22, but all the colors may peak well into the season. Color is often dependent on the weather. Red hues are produces by warm, sunny fall days with cooler nights. Get out and explore the fall colors at MetroParks: Discover Fall at MetroParks In this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: SUSTAINABILITY TIP Be Water Wise at Home VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Wendy DelRe - Connecting Kids with Nature SEPTEMBER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Fall Opportunities Loading including Make A Difference Day! GET CONNECTED TECH TIP Qualifications! Why are they Important? STAFF LEAD HIGHLIGHT Pam Lyons Gromen, Education Coordinator & Staff Lead VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION Thank You Small Farm & Food Fest Volunteers, plus VIP Benefits! PARKWAYS ONLINE Stay Updated with the Latest MetroParks News!
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Feature: Calling All MetroParks Fans and Photogs! We Want YOUR Pictures of Your Favorite MetroParks!
Aug 30, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesWe're looking to choose a volunteer photo or two for this year's volunteer thank you card. Send your favorite pics from your favorite MetroParks to volunteer.services@metroparks.org by October 31st to be considered for this year's volunteer thank you card.
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Volunteer Appreciation: Thank YOU Small Farm & Food Fest Volunteers, plus VIP Benefits!
Aug 30, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesSpecial thank you to this year's Small Farm and Food Fest volunteers! Events like this one wouldn't be possible without YOU!
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September Volunteer Opportunities: Fall Opportunities Loading including Make A Difference Day!
Aug 30, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesFall Volunteer Opportunities Loading! Your Five Rivers MetroParks has plenty of Fall volunteer opportunities to help you get outside and give back in one of our most beautiful seasons. Check out this month's and upcoming volunteer opportunities below and sign up to make a difference supporting your MetroParks. See something that interests you, but have questions? Contact a Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer.services@metroparks.org or call #937-275-7275. Looking for opportunities where we need the most help right now?
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Staff Lead Highlight: Pam Lyons Gromen, Education Coordinator & Staff Lead
Aug 30, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesWe are fortunate to have dedicated staff who truly bring our mission to life, help connect individuals to nature and support our efforts in our community. Pam Lyons Gromen joined the Outdoor Education team last fall and is the staff working with the schools and teachers to have a more engaging outdoor classroom at MetroParks.
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