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August Volunteer Opportunities: Summer Volunteers Wanted to Support Gardening, Park & Trail Workdays, Woodman Fen Prairie Management, and more!

Jul 25, 2024 by Volunteer Services

Come on out and support your MetroParks this month! Volunteers are needed to support gardening, park & trail workdays, Woodman Fen prairie management, and more! Learn more and sign up to lend your helping hands below. See something that interests you but have questions? Contact a volunteer coordinator at volunteer.services@metroparks.org or by phone at #937-275-7275.

Get Connected Tech Tip: The Get Connected User Dashboard

Jul 25, 2024 by Volunteer Services

Good things start from your Get Connected Dashboard when you first log in! From your Dashboard you can easily view your volunteer hours, opportunity responses, training & events rsvps and more! Click the boxes for additional information.

Staff Lead Highlight: Jennifer Davit, Horticulturalist & Staff Lead at Cox Arboretum MetroPark

Jul 25, 2024 by Volunteer Services

At Five Rivers MetroParks, we're lucky to have dedicated staff who truly bring our mission to life. One standout is Jennifer Davit, our talented Horticulturist at Cox Arboretum MetroPark. Jennifer joined us in April 2023, starting with the Urban Zone before moving to Cox Arboretum in October. At Cox, she's inspired by the Pollinator Habitat, the Barbara Cox Center for Sustainable Horticulture, and the Maimon Memorial Garden, which focuses on edible landscaping.

Volunteer Appreciation: Request your Volunteer Shirts, Hats, and Milestone Service Pins!

Jul 25, 2024 by Volunteer Services

Have you hit a service milestone of 25, 50, 75 hours or more? Request your volunteer shirts, hats, and milestone service pins here in our VIP Item Request Form!

Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - July 2024

Jul 1, 2024 by Volunteer Services

With the heat of the summer, finding a beautiful shady spot is key to staying cool. Shady seating can be easily found at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark. Do you have a favorite shady MetroParks location?In this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: FEATURE Five Rivers MetroParks Financial Health VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Volunteers Recognized by Governor's Office JULY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Summer Volunteers Needed - join us in the parks this July! GET CONNECTED TECH TIP Adding Volunteer Shifts to Your Calendar SAFETY TIP Summer Heat Safety SUSTAINABILITY TIP Sustainability on the Go VOUNTEER APPRECIATION Summer Care Campaign, VIP Items, and Volunteer Discounts

Feature: Five Rivers MetroParks' Financial Health

Jun 30, 2024 by Volunteer Services

Five Rivers MetroParks supports our environment and our physical, mental, and emotional health. Our Five Rivers MetroParks are well used by residents & are a major attraction for visitors - which helps our local economy. Five Rivers MetroParks has made budget cuts to staff, programs, repairs, and maintenance to save money.Five Rivers MetroParks has made budget cuts to staff, programs, repairs, and maintenance to save money. Five Rivers MetroParks will be on the ballot for a levy this November.

Volunteer Spotlight: Volunteers Recognized by Governor's Office

Jun 30, 2024 by Volunteer Services

We're thrilled to share that both our dedicated volunteer, Ed Stevenson, and our Cox Arboretum Woodworking volunteer group were recently nominated for a prestigious ServeOhio Award. The ServeOhio Awards are designed to acknowledge the outstanding contributions of individuals, groups, and initiatives across Ohio that have made significant impacts on their communities through service and volunteerism.

July Volunteer Opportunities: Summer Volunteers Needed to Maintain our Gardens, Trails, and support Programs and Events!

Jun 30, 2024 by Volunteer Services

Summer volunteers wanted - come on out and support your MetroParks in July! Volunteers are critical during the summer season to maintain our gardens, our trails and to care for our horses at the Carriage Hill Riding Center. Additionally, we offer many programs and events during the summer season for youth, families, and adults to get outside and connect with nature. Volunteer support is critical to ensuring these programs and events are successful.

Get Connected Tech Tip: Adding Volunteer Shifts to Your Calendar

Jun 30, 2024 by Volunteer Services

Volunteers have told us that in addition to the reminder emails, it would helpful to be able to add their scheduled volunteer shifts to their preferred electronic calendar. Are you using this feature? When you respond to a volunteer opportunity you will be given the option to create a calendar event for your Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, Office 365, or Apple Calendar. Try it out and keep your calendar up to date with all your important activities. Don't forget to share your opportunity on social media and invite others to get outside and give back this Spring with Five Rivers MetroParks!

Safety Tip: Summer Heat Safety

Jun 30, 2024 by Volunteer Services

It's getting hot out there! We want you to stay safe and have fun in our parks this summer. There are opportunities for you to splash on hot days. Learn where and how to cool down now through Labor Day! And remember to stay hydrated, stay cool, and take breaks as needed as you volunteer.

Sustainability Tip: Sustainability on the Go!

Jun 30, 2024 by Kelly Bohrer - Sustainability Manager

July is a great time to check out the many festivals and events at Riverscape and elsewhere in downtown Dayton. It is also a great time to have cookouts and picnics at home or in parks. Ready to go sustainable for these experiences? If you haven't started using reusable plates, cups, and silverware yet, now is a great time to do this.

Volunteer Appreciation: Summer Care Campaign, VIP Items, and Volunteer Discounts!

Jun 30, 2024 by Volunteer Services

Summer Care Campaign - Volunteer Services wants to help keep you cool while you service with us this summer. We'll be providing cold treats at scheduled volunteer shifts beginning July 15th through August.