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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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Get Connected Tech Tip: Qualifications! Why are they Important?
Aug 30, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesIf you have responded to one of our long-term volunteer opportunities, you have completed a series of qualifications. Qualifications are requirements set up to be completed in the Get Connected site before you can complete a response to a volunteer opportunity and sign up.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Wendy DelRe - Connecting Kids with Nature
Aug 30, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesMeet Wendy DelRe, a retired Montessori teacher who has continued to give back to youth and families as a MetroParks volunteer since 2016. Wendy shared she truly loves being around kids which is why she is passionate about connecting young kids with nature by supporting school field trips - "The kids have good insight!" she says.
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Sustainability Tip: Be Water Wise at Home
Aug 30, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesIt's the end of the summer, but it can be still hot and possibly quite dry. This is a great time to think about our use of water. While Ohio is a water-rich state, it is important to encourage a positive water ethic. By using less water, you can reduce the risk of environmental pollution and reduce the use of energy.
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - August 2024
Aug 1, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesSummer is the time for prairies to shine and for you to discover full sun native plants! You can find out more about the prairies in MetroParks using this link, Prairie Power, and plan a visit. In this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: FEATURE Summer Care Campaign CONSERVATION TIP Support Our Mission at YOUR Home VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Sue Steinke - Volunteer Variety is the Spice of Retired Life AUGUST VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Summer Volunteers Wanted to Support Gardening, Park & Trail Workdays, Woodman Fen Prairie Management, and more! GET CONNECTED TECH TIP The Get Connected User Dashboard STAFF LEAD HIGHLIGHT Jennifer Davit, Horticulturalist & Staff Lead at Cox Arboretum VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION Request your Volunteer Shirts, Hats, & Milestone Service Pins!
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Feature: Summer Care Campaign
Jul 25, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesWe're providing some cool treats for volunteers at scheduled opportunities through August to help keep you cool and say thank you for your support during the hot summer months.
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Conservation Tip: Support Our Mission at YOUR Home
Jul 25, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesExtend MetroParks mission from our parks to your home by incorporating one or more of these tips designed to help you practice both conservation and sustainability in your everyday life.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Sue Steinke - Volunteer Variety is the Spice of Retired Life
Jul 25, 2024 by Volunteer ServicesSue Steinke, lifelong Daytonian, said "You don't know what is out there until you get out and investigate. I have greatly enjoyed the parks and now that I am retired I feel I should show my appreciation by volunteering. I like working outside but I am also interested in reviving my textile arts skills, a lifelong interest for me."
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