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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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Tech Tip - Get Connected - Looking for an in-person way to get better connected?
Apr 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesReturning in May--Join us at an upcoming Volunteer Open House! Formerly called Help Sessions, these Volunteer Open Houses are opportunities for you you to meet members of your Volunteer Services Team in person and ask questions about the many ways you can make a difference in YOUR MetroParks.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Neil Mackay-Getting Outside and Giving Back
Apr 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesNeil Mackay just began volunteering with MetroParks last fall and already has become a dedicated volunteer in our multiple areas. You can find him at Riverscape on workdays, but he also shares his time at 2nd Street Market, with Conservation in their propagation opportunities, and any interesting workday that fits his schedule.
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - April 2023
Mar 31, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesIn this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: April is for Volunteer Appreciation Adopt A Park: Projects and Service Kits Still Available! Conservation Tip: Remove and Replace Invasive Species Volunteer Spotlight: Neil MacKay-Getting Outside and Giving Back Upcoming Opportunities: Carriage Hill Riding Center, Carriage Hill Historic Farm, Garden Tour Guides, Fishing, and more! Get Connected Tech Tip: Join us at an In-Person Volunteer Open House! Staff Highlight: Amy Kennedy-Volunteers are the Heart of What I Do Nature is Open: Forest Therapy
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Tech Tip - Get Connected - Adding Volunteer Opportunities to Your Calendar
Mar 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesWhen 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.
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Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - March 2023
Mar 1, 2023 by Volunteer ServicesIn this edition of the Volunteer Newsletter: Welcome Spring! Adopt A Park Conservation Tip - Are you composting yet? Volunteer Spotlight - Teriana Boddie: From Camper to Star Volunteer Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities & Training Get Connected Tech Tip - Adding Volunteer Shifts to Your Calendar Staff Lead Thank You - Christine Northrup, Carriage Hill Riding Center Nature is Open - Getting ready for the season
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Volunteer Spotlight - Teriana Boddie - From Camper to Star Youth Volunteer
Feb 28, 2023 by Volunteer Services"Just seeing the kids make my day and I enjoy connecting with them on different levels. We are always doing something fun and interesting such as building stick forts and taking walks to the Wesleyan playground."
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