RiverScape MetroPark is a place that not only preserves glimpses of the city’s origins but one that embraces modern innovation and evolves with the needs of the vibrant and connected neighborhoods that surround it. Your participation in a Make a Difference Day volunteer service project allows MetroParks to continue its mission to protect the region's natural heritage and provide outdoor experiences that inspire a personal connection with nature.
Impact
Gardening volunteers support our horticulture and education staff in caring for a variety of gardens throughout our parks. These gardens not only provide beautiful spaces for Miami Valley residents to get outside, explore, and connect to nature, but many also provide fresh local produce to those in need in our community.
Tasks
Under the supervision of the assigned staff, volunteers will support and assist with the following:
- Helping the horticulture team at Riverscape with light weeding and the spreading of mulch throughout the garden beds.
Eligibility
- This opportunity is open to the following volunteers: Long-Term, Short-Term, Public Service, Youth (ages 14-17 - See specific age requirements below), and/or Groups. Learn more about our types of service here.
- Background Check: We do not require a background check for our public volunteer opportunities; however, persons with a criminal record may be disqualified and prohibited from service. Please review our background check policy here. For those required to complete Court-Appointed Community Service, please click here.
Additional Notes
- Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Riverscape MetroPark. Volunteers should park at the Five Rivers MetroPark Main Office parking lot (409 East Monument Avenue, Dayton, OH 45402) or along E. Monument or S. Patterson, and meet the staff at Riverscape MetroPark under the Pavilion canopy (237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH 45402). Look for the 'Volunteer Event' signage.
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- Cancellation: If you need to cancel a shift last minute or are running late, please call staff lead Amy Kennedy at (937) 789-1085.
- Environment & Physical Demands: This project takes place outdoors - Please be aware of outdoor exposure risks (i.e., sun, poison ivy, insects, etc.). Volunteers should be aware of seasonal allergies (i.e., grass, pollen, bees, etc.). Volunteers should expect to be bending, kneeling, and pushing wheelbarrows of mulch weighing around 25-30 lbs., and lifting buckets of debris weighing up to 15 lbs. Volunteers will be working on their hands and knees for the majority of their shift.
- Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather, wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, and have their favorite work gloves, water bottle, sunscreen, and bug spray.
Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the the Gardening Volunteer Position Description for more detailed information.
