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Volunteer Spotlight: Ginny Wood - Exploring MetroParks through Volunteerism
Aug 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesThere are many reasons to volunteer, and in 2019 Ginny Wood decided she wanted to do new things with her life. Ginny wanted reasons to be outside and had been to some but not all of the MetroParks. She wanted to explore and learn more.
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - August 2023
Aug 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesConservation is at the core of what we do at MetroParks. Restoring habitats, teaching visitors how they can help, and providing wonderful green spaces for people to enjoy the beauty of nature. In this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: -Feature: Beat the Heat and Volunteer Safely this Summer -Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Ginny Wood - Exploring MetroParks through Volunteerism -Volunteer Positions & Opportunities: 2nd Street Market opportunities, Invasive Species Removal, Trail Work, Gardening, Park Maintenance at Sugarcreek MetroPark, Small Farm & Food Fest, and more! -Get Connected Tech Tip: Manage your Site Communications -Staff Highlight: Megan Rude, Lead Conservation Technician -Volunteer Appreciation: FREE Ice Cream for Volunteers through August and discounted Kings Island Tickets still available! Details inside!
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Get Connected Tech Tip: Edit Your Profile
Jul 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesThere are many ways to get information on the many volunteer opportunities available on Get Connected. Learning about opportunities that may interest you is as simple as completing your volunteer profile! This is a required qualification for short-term and long-term volunteer service with us and its easy to do!
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Volunteer Spotlight: Kevin Westbrook - Getting Outside & Giving Back
Jul 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesKevin started volunteering in 2022 with MetroParks and is a volunteer you can find everywhere! He has served as a Wegerzyn Gardening Angel, supported Carriage Hill Farm Chores, volunteered as a Barn Aide at the Carriage Hill Riding Center, helped maintain our trails at Trail Workdays, supported custodial tasks at the 2nd Street Market, and served in critical roles at a variety of large programs and special events.
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - July 2023
Jun 30, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesIn this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: -Feature: Get Outside & Give Back Safely this Summer -Volunteer Spotlight: Kevin Westbrook-Getting Outside & Giving Back -Get Outside & Give Back: Fishing Volunteers, Paddling Volunteers, Historic Blacksmiths, and Special Event Volunteers Needed! -Get Connected Tech Tip: Edit Your Volunteer Profile -Staff Highlight: Angela Moore, Event Specialist -Volunteer Appreciation: FREE Ice Cream for Volunteers through August! Details inside!
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - June 2023
Jun 2, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesIn this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: Feature: Youth Are Making An Impact Conservation Tip: Steward our Natural Heritage: You make a difference in our parks! Volunteer Spotlight: The Holbrooks Upcoming Opportunities: Mud Day, Heirloom Gardeners Needed, Try Paddlesports, Fishing, and Service Saturdays are Back! Get Connected Tech Tip: Volunteer Open Houses Staff Highlight: Adam Dietsch, Park Manager Volunteer Thank You: A Great Start to the Season - Bike to Work & Passport to MetroParks Volunteer Appreciation: Discount Tickets to Kings Island
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Volunteer Spotlight: The Holbrooks - Giving Back as a Family
Jun 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesThe Holbrooks started their volunteer journey after participating in the Conservation Kids programs. Maya "graduated" after completing the series, and Tami said, "Volunteering was the logical next step."
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Get Connected Tech Tip - Volunteer Open Houses
Jun 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesLooking for an In Person way to get better connected? Join us at an upcoming Volunteer Open House where you can meet members of your Volunteer Services Team and ask questions about the many ways you can make a difference in YOUR MetroParks. F
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Token of Appreciation: May 2023
May 9, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesVolunteer Services is providing a way for staff and volunteers to express gratitude and show appreciation for each other by submitting a Token of Appreciation Form. Stories and notes of appreciation submitted will be shared in our Volunteer Blog on Get Connected as well as spotlighted in our Image Rotator.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Bill Macek - Having Fun on the Farm as a Volunteer
May 2, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesIf you visit the Historic Farm at Carriage Hill MetroPark, chances are you'll meet volunteer Bill Macek. Bill Macek has become an integral part of the Historic Farm team supporting Carriage Hill Farm Chores and Historic Woodworker Demonstrations since beginning his volunteer journey with us in September of 2022.
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Tech Tip - Get Connected - Training & Event RSVPs
May 2, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesIf you have submitted and RSVP for a Training & Event in Get Connected, you'll know that keeping track of the training you signed up for can be a little tricky. The site will send you email confirmations but it does not track your RSVPs on your Volunteer Schedule. You can; however, view all of your RSVPs for Training & Events from your Volunteer Dashboard. (This is your landing page when you log in to Get Connected.)
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - May 2023
May 2, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesIn this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: Adopt A Park: Thank You Volunteers & Ron's Story Conservation Tip: Earth Day Every Day FRMP Welcomes New CEO Volunteer Spotlight: Bill Macek-Having Fun on the Farm as a Volunteer Upcoming Opportunities: Bat Box Monitoring, May the 4th Be With You, Service Saturdays, New Gardening Ambassador opportunity, and more! Get Connected Tech Tip: Training & Event RSVPs Staff Lead Highlight: Kelly Kingery, Outdoor Recreation Specialist Nature is Open: Upcoming Programs
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