Connecting visitors of all ages to the natural world through gardening and meaningful exploration of the outdoors, Five Rivers MetroParks horticulture education team conducts family programming throughout the year. Programs include a variety of activities and topics such as scavenger hunts and hikes, nature-themed crafts, sensory exploration in nature, guided family walks, and hands-on, family-friendly gardening!
Impact
Program support volunteers help build access, comfort, convenience, and safety into our programs. Volunteers enable more individualized support for first-time learners and create an inclusive skill-building environment. Volunteers help people create a stronger connection to nature by making it easy to experience the outdoors in fun activities.
Tasks
- Welcome participants and assist with check-in.
- Help staff with program set-up & tear-down.
- Assist with executing program objectives.
- Distribute program supplies* including leaves, acorns, pinecones, grasses, and bark (*may use hot glue during activity).
- Participate with families during program activities.
- Provide excellent customer service to participants and visitors.
- Visit MetroParks Programs and Events page to learn more about the program you'll be volunteering for.
Additional Notes
- This is a Long-Term Volunteer Opportunity. Learn more about our types of service here.
- This opportunity is approved for OSUE Montgomery County Master Gardener Volunteer service.
- Arrive 15 minutes prior to your shift for a brief orientation. Meet in the pavilion.
- Environmental & Physical Demands: this opportunity takes place indoors and can be loud due to acoustics at the 2nd St. Market. Volunteers can expect to participate in frequent bending, reaching, and standing.
- COVID UPDATES: Please review Five Rivers MetroParks latest COVID-19 Updates.
See the Programming Volunteer Position Description for more detailed information.
