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Volunteer Spotlight: Ken Evanchuck

A lifelong outdoorsman and lover of nature, Ken Evanchuck first joined the MetroParks volunteer team as part of our controlled bowhunting program. Once he learned that bowhunters who give 25 volunteer hours annually are guaranteed a spot in the program and can then bypass the lottery drawing, Ken began looking for additional volunteer opportunities. With his friendly demeanor and gift of gab, Ken was a natural fit for an Ambassador role. Learn more about Ken's experiences as a MetroParks volunteer here in this month's Volunteer Spotlight!

Volunteer Spotlight: Phil Bush

Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter- May 2022

Get Outside, Get Involved, and Join the Fun as a MetroParks Volunteer this Spring! View opportunities for you and your group to make a difference at our parks, programs, and special events this season on Get Connected.

Tech Tip - Get Connected - Are you Connected?

Five Rivers MetroParks has a new volunteer management system called Get Connected. This new system is where we post all our available volunteer opportunities, schedule volunteer service and volunteer training, and track volunteer hours.

Thank You, Volunteers!

It truly takes a village of dedicated volunteers to ensure your Five Rivers MetroParks meets its mission to protect the region's natural heritage and provide outdoor experiences that inspire a personal connection with nature. �Y'sh

Tech Tip - Get Connected - Cause Connect App

Get Connected has a new volunteer app: CauseConnect!

Newsletter-April 2022

Thanks to the dedicated support of 576 active volunteers, 11, 807 volunteer hours were served in 2021 for an estimated dollar benefit of $290, 452 to the agency. Thank you, volunteers!

Tech Tip - Get Connected - Check-In to Your Volunteer Shift

It is important to document your volunteer time, and the check-in process is the easiest way to make it happen. There are a few ways you can check-in to your shift, and we have created short videos to show you the steps.

Newsletter - March 2022

Spring brings so much excitement here at Five Rivers MetroParks! The weather is getting warmer, plants are starting to come alive, and the public is ready to get back outside. Check out all the new opportunities available for your support including this year's Adopt-A-Park to see how you can make a difference with MetroParks this Spring!

Tech Tip - Get Connected - Volunteer Skills and Interest

Enhancing your profile with your interests, skills and availability will increase the chance to see more opportunities that may interest you.

Newsletter - February 2022

Greatness is truly determined by service, and we appreciate all the great volunteers who served with Five Rivers MetroParks in 2021. Together we have made a difference! 576 volunteers served a total of 11,807 hours for a total dollar value of $290,452.00. Additionally, 250 Adopt-A-Park Service kits were distributed to support safe litter pick up throughout the community by 363 volunteers in April.

Tech Tip - Get Connected - Volunteer Position Fan

One of the easiest ways to find out about new volunteer opportunities you might be interested in is to become a "fan" of the volunteer positions that interest you.