The Upper Twin Conservation Area contains a unique, diverse mix of high-quality habitats. Located in the Twin Valley corridor upstream from Germantown and Twin Creek MetroParks, this approximately 580-acre area does not have public facilities or a public parking lot, so this is a great opportunity to explore an area of undeveloped natural beauty! As with all of our parks, however, we still have much more to do! 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
Protecting open space and natural areas is a priority for Five Rivers MetroParks, which protects nearly 16,000 acres of land — 90 percent of it in its natural state. Conservation volunteers are a part of our regional conservation story by assisting in implementing a variety of natural area management plans.
Tasks
Under the supervision of the assigned staff, volunteers will support and assist with the following:
- Assist conservation staff in establishing an American Chestnut population by planting trees, setting up tree skirts and protective posts, and, if time allows, helping plant additional herbaceous and shrub species.
Eligibility
- This opportunity is open to the following types of volunteers: Long-Term, Short-Term, Public Service, 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.
Additional Notes
- Parking & Meeting Instructions: Volunteers should park and meet the staff at the Upper Twin Conservation Area. Please use the following GPS coordinates to locate the entrance drive: (39.6493841, -84.4558173). Driveway is on the north side of Baden Road, 0.13miles west of the intersection of Baden Road & Anthony Road in Farmersville. Look for the 'Volunteer Event' signage.
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Cancellation: If you need to cancel a shift at the last minute or are running late, please call Nicole Freshour at 567-249-7428.
- 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.). There will be a 10-minute (approx. 0.3-mile) hike to the planting site and again to get back to the parking area. No public restroom on site (closest facility is a 1.75-mile drive, which is a porta-john at the sledding hill at Boomershine and Manning Roads at Germantown MetroPark. The Twin Valley Welcome Center is just up the road from there).
- Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather, wear long pants, long sleeves, 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 Conservation Volunteer Position Description for more detailed information.
