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Try Volunteering with Tatum: Possum Creek Garden Maintenance

Join Tatum, a new MetroParks volunteer, as they try out and experience a variety of different volunteer opportunities with us this summer. Follow along as Tatum tries out gardening at Possum Creek MetroPark in this installment of this fun summer series.

Volunteer Appreciation: A Special Thank You to Our Event Volunteers!

FEATURE: Five Rivers MetroParks Launches New Protect + Connect Plan and Levy Progress Tracker

Five Rivers MetroParks is developing a comprehensive master plan to guide its operations, vision and strategy for the next ten years. Community voices are key in shaping the plan, including yours as a MetroParks volunteer.

Try Volunteering with Tatum!

Join Tatum, a new MetroParks volunteer, as they try out and experience a variety of different volunteer opportunities with us this summer.

Staff Lead Highlight: Andrea Reed, Outdoor Recreation Coordinator

Staff Lead Highlights are a great way for volunteers to get to know our staff and for staff to share their work with volunteers. This month we are pleased to feature Andrea Reed, Outdoor Recreation Coordinator.

Conservation & Sustainability Tip: Gardening for Global Good

Gardening, especially organic gardening, can promote sustainability by reducing negative environmental impacts. Gardening can reduce chemical use, help conserve water and energy, improve soil health, and support biodiversity. Gardening can also help mitigate climate change by increasing carbon storage in soil and plants.

Get Connected Tech Tip: Using Search and Filter to Easily Find the Right Opportunities for YOU!

We are often asked - "Is there an easier way to find the volunteer opportunities I'm interested in?" The answer is "YES!"  You can quickly and easily find the volunteer opportunities you are most interested in by using the "Search" and "Filter" tools available to you under Opportunities on Get Connected. You can search by keyword or phrase like "fishing", "horses", "Cox", or filter by Volunteer Positions like "Animal Care", "Gardening", or "Programming". You can also sort the results alphabetically. These tools will help narrow down the opportunities you are seeing allowing you to get to the things you are most interested in.

June Volunteer Opportunities: Summer is here and volunteer opportunities are plentiful in your MetroParks! Join us in the gardens, on the trails, or at a special event!

Summer is here and volunteer opportunities are plentiful in your MetroParks! Join us in the gardens, on the trails, or at a special event - We need YOUR help to make this season a success. Opportunities to join us to give back at a Service Saturday or at the upcoming TVT Challenge are available, plus we're launching a new Outreach Ambassador volunteer opportunity - If you LOVE talking to people about MetroParks - this opportunity is for YOU!

Volunteer Spotlight: Congratulations to Our SERVE Ohio Nominees -Jenny Andary & Neil MacKay!

Each year SERVE Ohio - Ohio's Commision on Service and Volunteerism - honors exceptional individuals across the state whose service makes a meaningful impact in their communities. This year, Five Rivers MetroParks is proud to recognize two outstanding volutneers nominated for a SERVE Ohio Volunteer Award: Jenny Andary and Neil MacKay.

Five Rivers MetroParks Volunteer Newsletter - June 2025

Five Rivers MetroParks facilities offer inspiration for every gardener and gardening style. Our wide array of gardening programs can teach you how to plan, plant, and take care of your garden using earth-friendly gardening methods. Using these methods in your garden supports local biodiversity connecting our mission to your backyard. Learn more here.

FEATURE: Adopt-A-Park was a Success!

This year's more than 300 volunteers joined us in the parks Saturday, April 26th to make an impact for Earth Day.

Volunteer Spotlight: Carol Williamson - "An Ideal Ambassador" and Administrative Volunteer

There are many AMAZING volunteers at Five Rivers MetroParks, and each month we shine a spotlight on one. This month we are celebrating Carol Williamson, a dedicated volunteer who began volunteering with us in March 2008.