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Volunteer Spotlight: Cox Woodworkers - Connecting Kids to Nature through NEW Nature Play
Oct 31, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesFor more than 20 years, woodworking volunteers at Cox Arboretum MetroPark have used their skills to support the work of MetroParks staff. Recently, this team of woodworkers - led by MetroParks park technician Uriah Langmeyer - completed their largest project to date: portions of the nature play at Cox Arboretum MetroPark.
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Five Rivers MetroParks Awarded Grant from the Urban and Community Forestry Program
Oct 31, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesFive Rivers MetroParks has been awarded $1,450,450 - that's right, nearly $1.5 MILLION dollars - from the Urban and Community Forestry Program for the Possum Creek MetroPark and Spring Run Conservation Area Forestry Project!
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - October 2023
Oct 2, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesIn this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: - Feature: We Need YOU at this year's Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience! - Volunteer Spotlight: Helen Schmenk - Enjoying Time with the Horses while Giving Back! - Volunteer Positions & Opportunities: The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience, Fall Family Adventures, Make a Difference Day and more! - Get Connected Tech Tip: Qualifications! Why are they important? - Staff Highlight: Welcome Amanda Wheatley, NEW Volunteer Coordinator!
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - September 2023
Sep 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesIn this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: -Feature: Fall is almost here and so are the Season's Best Special Events! -Volunteer Spotlight: Conservation Cover Mapping Volunteers -Volunteer Positions & Opportunities: The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience, Fall Family Adventures, Make a Difference Day and more! -Get Connected Tech Tip: The Volunteer Training Library -Staff Lead Highlight: Deb Spencer, Education Specialist -Policy Reminder: Diversity and Inclusiveness -Volunteer Appreciation: Thank you Small Farm & Food Fest Volunteers, and Don't forget to use your FREE ice cream coupons this weekend!
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Get Connected Tech Tip: Manage Your Site Communications
Aug 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesDid you know you can control the communications settings on your Get Connected Volunteer account?
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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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