Opportunities From: Five Rivers MetroParks

Volunteer: Christmas on the Farm: Program Support - Gingerbread Prep (Pre Event)

Do you enjoy baking and working in the kitchen?  Is a behind-the-scenes opportunity one that suits you? Be a part of our pre-event setup team and help with the preparation of the "goodies" to be baked and given out at Christmas on the Farm!  Under the supervision of the assigned MetroParks staff, volunteers will be making batches of gingerbread recipes, and freezing them for use.

Impact

Special Event volunteers are critical in ensuring that each special event or large-scale program runs smoothly and allow us to expand and enhance what we are able to offer through our programs and events.  

Tasks Meet with your staff lead at the site when you arrive to review the recipe and details of the project. Help staff unload, organize, and collect equipment needed to start making the batter and prepare it for freezing. Assist staff in making the batter, getting batches ready for freezing, and getting the batches in the freezer.Eligibility 

This is an opportunity for the following volunteers: Long-Term and short- term who are 16 and older. Learn more about our types of service here.  

Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.


Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers should arrive 15 minutes early to park and meet up with the staff. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities, where supplies are located,  and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place indoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.   Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is not required.  Wear your volunteer name badge, and a volunteer shirt if you have one. Volunteer vest will be available at the visitor center. Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing!  See the Programming Volunteer Position for more information on programming opportunities with us.  

 

Volunteer Position: Programming

Do you enjoy baking and working in the kitchen?  Is a behind-the-scenes opportunity one that suits you? Be a part of our pre-event setup team and help with the preparation of the "goodies" to be baked and given out at Christmas on the Farm!  Under the supervision of the assigned MetroParks staff, volunteers will be making batches of gingerbread recipes, and freezing them for use.

Impact

Special Event volunteers are critical in ensuring that each special event or large-scale program runs smoothly and allow us to expand and enhance what we are able to offer through our programs and events.  

Tasks Meet with your staff lead at the site when you arrive to review the recipe and details of the project. Help staff unload, organize, and collect equipment needed to start making the batter and prepare it for freezing. Assist staff in making the batter, getting batches ready for freezing, and getting the batches in the freezer.Eligibility 

This is an opportunity for the following volunteers: Long-Term and short- term who are 16 and older. Learn more about our types of service here.  

Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.


Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers should arrive 15 minutes early to park and meet up with the staff. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities, where supplies are located,  and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place indoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.   Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is not required.  Wear your volunteer name badge, and a volunteer shirt if you have one. Volunteer vest will be available at the visitor center. Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing!  See the Programming Volunteer Position for more information on programming opportunities with us.  

 

Volunteer Position: Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 45424

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Christmas on the Farm: Historic Blacksmith

Historic Blacksmith volunteers are needed during Christmas on the Farm to provide interpretation and demonstrations for the Blacksmith shop on the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm.

Impact

Volunteers represent what living in the 1880s might have been like, and help visitors make a stronger connection to the history of Carriage Hill and experience life on an 1880s working farm. 

Tasks Greet and welcome participants. Interpret and provide historic information specific to the Blacksmith Shop on the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm. Work with staff lead, historic interpreters, and program assistants to provide an engaging event for the public participants. Help train new volunteers as needed. Eligibility 

This is an opportunity for the following volunteers:  Long-Term Volunteers who have qualified as Historic Interpreters, as well as Historic Blacksmiths. Learn more about our types of service here. 

Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of the program. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities, including planned demonstrations and to do a historical clothing check.  Volunteers will also have time for a review of what can be demonstrated and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.   Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is required.  If not yet fitted, the staff lead or volunteer coordinator will contact you to schedule a fitting. 

Volunteers must be qualified as Historic Blacksmiths to serve in this opportunity. To learn more, visit our Historic Blacksmith Volunteer Training page here.

Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing!  See the Skilled Trades Volunteer Position for more information on skilled trades opportunities with us.  

Volunteer Position: Skilled Trades

Historic Blacksmith volunteers are needed during Christmas on the Farm to provide interpretation and demonstrations for the Blacksmith shop on the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm.

Impact

Volunteers represent what living in the 1880s might have been like, and help visitors make a stronger connection to the history of Carriage Hill and experience life on an 1880s working farm. 

Tasks Greet and welcome participants. Interpret and provide historic information specific to the Blacksmith Shop on the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm. Work with staff lead, historic interpreters, and program assistants to provide an engaging event for the public participants. Help train new volunteers as needed. Eligibility 

This is an opportunity for the following volunteers:  Long-Term Volunteers who have qualified as Historic Interpreters, as well as Historic Blacksmiths. Learn more about our types of service here. 

Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of the program. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities, including planned demonstrations and to do a historical clothing check.  Volunteers will also have time for a review of what can be demonstrated and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.   Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is required.  If not yet fitted, the staff lead or volunteer coordinator will contact you to schedule a fitting. 

Volunteers must be qualified as Historic Blacksmiths to serve in this opportunity. To learn more, visit our Historic Blacksmith Volunteer Training page here.

Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing!  See the Skilled Trades Volunteer Position for more information on skilled trades opportunities with us.  

Volunteer Position: Skilled Trades

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 45424

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Christmas on the Farm: Historic Interpreter

Historic Interpreter volunteers are needed during Christmas on the Farm to provide interpretation for the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm and to lead and interpret several demonstrations:

Impact

Volunteers represent what living in the 1880s might have been like, and help visitors make a stronger connection to the history of Carriage Hill and experience life on an 1880s working farm. This opportunity will focus on historical farming, gardening, homesteading, and food preparation information.

Tasks

Greet and welcome participants. Interpret and provide historic information on Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm. Engage participants and families in the activities on the farm during this program. Interpret and support an assigned demonstration. Demonstrations are as follows:  Historic Holiday Foods: in the Winter Kitchen of the DA House - Interpreting to the public. Discussing traditional Christmas foods and providing resources on how to make them today. Holiday Crafts: in the Sitting Room of the DA House - Interpreting to the public. Performing a basic craft (Knitting or crocheting), that demonstrates making a gift in the 1880s. An additional evening activity will be making pomander balls.   Christmas Traditions: in the Parlor of the DA House - Interpreting to the public. Describing traditional Christmas decorations, trees, ornaments, and overall traditions.   Christmas Tree Decorations: in the Old Summer Kitchen of the DA House - Interpreting to the public about the use of the Summer Kitchen, the Arnolds, and performing a basic craft that can be given to the public. The daytime activity is stringing popcorn for decoration. Kettle Corn Demonstration: Outside of the DA House - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will be using the old kettle to make popcorn and distribute it to the public.   Gingerbread Baking: Outside of the DA House in the outside oven - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will work with staff during the daytime portion to make gingerbread and distribute it to the public.Fresh Holiday Greens: In the new Summer kitchen - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will create small greens giveaways for visitors during the daytime event.  An additional evening activity will be roasting chestnuts and distributing them to the publicParlor Games: In the parlor of the DA House - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will engage the public with typical parlor games used in the 1800s.Barn Guide: Outside of the DA House at the barn - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will share information about the heritage breeds at the historic farm and the history of the various barns at Carriage Hill.Santa's Assistant: Inside the DA Barn - Assisting Santa Claus pass out candy and toys,  during Santa's breaks, volunteers will be reading
'Twas the Night Before Christmas.  
Eligibility

This is an opportunity for the following volunteers: Long-Term Volunteers who are 16 and older and have qualified as Historic Interpreters  Learn more about our types of service here. 

Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.


Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 1/2 hour before the beginning of the program. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities, including planned demonstrations and a historical clothing check.  Volunteers will also have time for a review of what can be demonstrated and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place indoors and outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.  Volunteers will be sent information on their specific activity demonstration before the event. With cold weather, please remember to take breaks and warm up. Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is required.  Volunteers must be qualified as a Historic Interpreter to serve in this opportunity. To learn more, visit our Historic Interpreter Training page here.

Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Programming Volunteer Position for more information on programming opportunities with us.  

 

Volunteer Position: Programming

Historic Interpreter volunteers are needed during Christmas on the Farm to provide interpretation for the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm and to lead and interpret several demonstrations:

Impact

Volunteers represent what living in the 1880s might have been like, and help visitors make a stronger connection to the history of Carriage Hill and experience life on an 1880s working farm. This opportunity will focus on historical farming, gardening, homesteading, and food preparation information.

Tasks

Greet and welcome participants. Interpret and provide historic information on Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm. Engage participants and families in the activities on the farm during this program. Interpret and support an assigned demonstration. Demonstrations are as follows:  Historic Holiday Foods: in the Winter Kitchen of the DA House - Interpreting to the public. Discussing traditional Christmas foods and providing resources on how to make them today. Holiday Crafts: in the Sitting Room of the DA House - Interpreting to the public. Performing a basic craft (Knitting or crocheting), that demonstrates making a gift in the 1880s. An additional evening activity will be making pomander balls.   Christmas Traditions: in the Parlor of the DA House - Interpreting to the public. Describing traditional Christmas decorations, trees, ornaments, and overall traditions.   Christmas Tree Decorations: in the Old Summer Kitchen of the DA House - Interpreting to the public about the use of the Summer Kitchen, the Arnolds, and performing a basic craft that can be given to the public. The daytime activity is stringing popcorn for decoration. Kettle Corn Demonstration: Outside of the DA House - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will be using the old kettle to make popcorn and distribute it to the public.   Gingerbread Baking: Outside of the DA House in the outside oven - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will work with staff during the daytime portion to make gingerbread and distribute it to the public.Fresh Holiday Greens: In the new Summer kitchen - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will create small greens giveaways for visitors during the daytime event.  An additional evening activity will be roasting chestnuts and distributing them to the publicParlor Games: In the parlor of the DA House - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will engage the public with typical parlor games used in the 1800s.Barn Guide: Outside of the DA House at the barn - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will share information about the heritage breeds at the historic farm and the history of the various barns at Carriage Hill.Santa's Assistant: Inside the DA Barn - Assisting Santa Claus pass out candy and toys,  during Santa's breaks, volunteers will be reading
'Twas the Night Before Christmas.  
Eligibility

This is an opportunity for the following volunteers: Long-Term Volunteers who are 16 and older and have qualified as Historic Interpreters  Learn more about our types of service here. 

Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.


Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 1/2 hour before the beginning of the program. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities, including planned demonstrations and a historical clothing check.  Volunteers will also have time for a review of what can be demonstrated and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place indoors and outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.  Volunteers will be sent information on their specific activity demonstration before the event. With cold weather, please remember to take breaks and warm up. Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is required.  Volunteers must be qualified as a Historic Interpreter to serve in this opportunity. To learn more, visit our Historic Interpreter Training page here.

Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Programming Volunteer Position for more information on programming opportunities with us.  

 

Volunteer Position: Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 45424

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Christmas on the Farm: Program Support Historic Farm Activities

Historic Interpreter volunteers are needed during Christmas on the Farm to provide interpretation for the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm and to lead and interpret several demonstrations:

Impact

Volunteers represent what living in the 1880s might have been like, and help visitors make a stronger connection to the history of Carriage Hill and experience life on an 1880s working farm. This opportunity will focus on historical farming, gardening, homesteading, and food preparation information.

Tasks Greet and welcome participants. Provide historic information on Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm. Engage participants and families in the activities on the farm during this program. Support an assigned demonstration. Demonstrations are as follows:  Historic Holiday Foods: in the Winter Kitchen of the DA House - Discussing traditional Christmas foods and providing resources on how to make them today. Holiday Crafts: in the Sitting Room of the DA House - Interpreting to the public. Performing a basic craft, that demonstrates making a gift in the 1880s. An additional activity will be making pomander balls.  Christmas Tree Decorations: in the Old Summer Kitchen of the DA House -The daytime activity is stringing popcorn for decoration. Kettle Corn Demonstration: Outside of the DA House - Volunteers will be using the old kettle to make popcorn and distribute it to the public.   Gingerbread Baking: Outside of the DA House in the outside oven -  Volunteers will work with staff during the daytime portion to make gingerbread and distribute it to the public.Parlor Games: In the parlor of the DA House - Volunteers will engage the public with typical parlor games used in the 1800s.Barn Guide: Outside of the DA House at the barn - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will share information about the heritage breeds at the historic farm and the history of the various barns at Carriage Hill.Santa's Assistant: Inside the DA Barn - Assisting Santa Claus pass out candy and toys,  during Santa's breaks, volunteers will be reading
'Twas the Night Before Christmas.  
Eligibility

This is an opportunity for the following volunteers: Long-Term Volunteers who are 16 and older and have qualified as Historic Interpreters  Learn more about our types of service here. 

Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.


Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 1/2 hour before the beginning of the program. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities and assignments to specific stations.  Volunteers will also have time for a review of what can be demonstrated and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place indoors and outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.  Volunteers will be sent information on their specific activity demonstration before the event. With cold weather, please remember to take breaks and warm up. Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is required.  Volunteers must be qualified as a Historic Interpreter to serve in this opportunity. To learn more, visit our Historic Interpreter Training page here.

Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Programming Volunteer Position for more information on programming opportunities with us.  

 

Volunteer Position: Programming

Historic Interpreter volunteers are needed during Christmas on the Farm to provide interpretation for the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm and to lead and interpret several demonstrations:

Impact

Volunteers represent what living in the 1880s might have been like, and help visitors make a stronger connection to the history of Carriage Hill and experience life on an 1880s working farm. This opportunity will focus on historical farming, gardening, homesteading, and food preparation information.

Tasks Greet and welcome participants. Provide historic information on Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm. Engage participants and families in the activities on the farm during this program. Support an assigned demonstration. Demonstrations are as follows:  Historic Holiday Foods: in the Winter Kitchen of the DA House - Discussing traditional Christmas foods and providing resources on how to make them today. Holiday Crafts: in the Sitting Room of the DA House - Interpreting to the public. Performing a basic craft, that demonstrates making a gift in the 1880s. An additional activity will be making pomander balls.  Christmas Tree Decorations: in the Old Summer Kitchen of the DA House -The daytime activity is stringing popcorn for decoration. Kettle Corn Demonstration: Outside of the DA House - Volunteers will be using the old kettle to make popcorn and distribute it to the public.   Gingerbread Baking: Outside of the DA House in the outside oven -  Volunteers will work with staff during the daytime portion to make gingerbread and distribute it to the public.Parlor Games: In the parlor of the DA House - Volunteers will engage the public with typical parlor games used in the 1800s.Barn Guide: Outside of the DA House at the barn - Interpreting to the public and answering questions as needed. Volunteers will share information about the heritage breeds at the historic farm and the history of the various barns at Carriage Hill.Santa's Assistant: Inside the DA Barn - Assisting Santa Claus pass out candy and toys,  during Santa's breaks, volunteers will be reading
'Twas the Night Before Christmas.  
Eligibility

This is an opportunity for the following volunteers: Long-Term Volunteers who are 16 and older and have qualified as Historic Interpreters  Learn more about our types of service here. 

Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.


Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 1/2 hour before the beginning of the program. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities and assignments to specific stations.  Volunteers will also have time for a review of what can be demonstrated and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place indoors and outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.  Volunteers will be sent information on their specific activity demonstration before the event. With cold weather, please remember to take breaks and warm up. Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is required.  Volunteers must be qualified as a Historic Interpreter to serve in this opportunity. To learn more, visit our Historic Interpreter Training page here.

Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Programming Volunteer Position for more information on programming opportunities with us.  

 

Volunteer Position: Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 45424

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Christmas on the Farm: Historic Woodworker

Historic Woodworker volunteers are needed during Christmas on the Farm to provide interpretation and demonstrations for the Wood Shop on the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm.

Impact

Volunteers represent what living in the 1880s might have been like, and help visitors make a stronger connection to the history of Carriage Hill and experience life on an 1880s working farm. 

Tasks Greet and welcome participants. Interpret and provide historic information specific to the Wood Shop on the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm. Work with staff lead, historic interpreters, and program assistants to provide an engaging event for the public participants. Help train new volunteers as needed.Eligibility

This is an opportunity forthe following volunteers:  Long-Term Volunteers who have qualified as Historic Interpreters, as well as, Historic woodworkers.  Learn more about our types of service here. 

Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of the event. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities including planned demonstrations and a historical clothing check.  Volunteers will also have time for a review of what can be demonstrated and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.   Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is required.  If not yet fitted, the staff lead or volunteer coordinator will contact you to schedule a fitting.

Volunteers must be qualified as a Historic Woodworker to serve in this opportunity. To learn more, visit our Historic Woodworker Volunteer Training page here.

Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing!  See the Skilled Trades Volunteer Position for more information on skilled trades opportunities with us.  

Volunteer Position: Skilled Trades

Historic Woodworker volunteers are needed during Christmas on the Farm to provide interpretation and demonstrations for the Wood Shop on the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm.

Impact

Volunteers represent what living in the 1880s might have been like, and help visitors make a stronger connection to the history of Carriage Hill and experience life on an 1880s working farm. 

Tasks Greet and welcome participants. Interpret and provide historic information specific to the Wood Shop on the Daniel A Arnold Historic Farm. Work with staff lead, historic interpreters, and program assistants to provide an engaging event for the public participants. Help train new volunteers as needed.Eligibility

This is an opportunity forthe following volunteers:  Long-Term Volunteers who have qualified as Historic Interpreters, as well as, Historic woodworkers.  Learn more about our types of service here. 

Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of the event. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities including planned demonstrations and a historical clothing check.  Volunteers will also have time for a review of what can be demonstrated and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.   Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is required.  If not yet fitted, the staff lead or volunteer coordinator will contact you to schedule a fitting.

Volunteers must be qualified as a Historic Woodworker to serve in this opportunity. To learn more, visit our Historic Woodworker Volunteer Training page here.

Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing!  See the Skilled Trades Volunteer Position for more information on skilled trades opportunities with us.  

Volunteer Position: Skilled Trades

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 45424

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Christmas on the Farm: Program Support - Letters to Santa

Do you love the holidays and all the great family activities? Christmas on the Farm is back and Santa is expecting mail this year from Carriage Hill.  Volunteers will assist families in crafting a letter to Santa and ensure it gets in the mail.  Volunteers will be in the Visitor Center classroom and no period clothing is needed. 

Impact

Program Support volunteers enhance the visitor experience by offering excellent customer service, and sharing their passion for Carriage Hill and the event. Volunteers enable the staff to offer a diverse and engaging experience to those who come to the park.  They also help all of the day's visitors build awareness of all the amenities that MetroParks offers to community members.

Tasks Welcome guests as they arrive at the event and thank them as they leave. Assist children and families with letters to Santa or holiday coloring. Assist with wayfinding and answer basic questions about the MetroParks and Carriage Hill MetroPark. As needed, distribute event information, schedules of activities, and Christmas Traditions handouts. Provide excellent customer service by welcoming and orienting visitors throughout the park and/or event.  The first shift will help staff lead with the setup of the station, 2nd shift will help with the transition to the evening program, and the 3rd shift will help with teardown. Eligibility 

This is an opportunity for the following volunteers: Short-Term and Long-Term who are 16 and older. Learn more about our types of service here. 

Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer, contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 30 minutes before the beginning of the event.  Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities, including planned demonstrations .  Volunteers will also have time to review the tasks, and make sure all the supplies are at hand, and other important information. Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place indoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.  With cold weather, it may be chilly even in the visitor center. Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is not required.  Wear your volunteer name badge and a volunteer vest will be available when you arrive. Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Programming Volunteer Position for more information on programming opportunities with us.   

Volunteer Position: Programming

Do you love the holidays and all the great family activities? Christmas on the Farm is back and Santa is expecting mail this year from Carriage Hill.  Volunteers will assist families in crafting a letter to Santa and ensure it gets in the mail.  Volunteers will be in the Visitor Center classroom and no period clothing is needed. 

Impact

Program Support volunteers enhance the visitor experience by offering excellent customer service, and sharing their passion for Carriage Hill and the event. Volunteers enable the staff to offer a diverse and engaging experience to those who come to the park.  They also help all of the day's visitors build awareness of all the amenities that MetroParks offers to community members.

Tasks Welcome guests as they arrive at the event and thank them as they leave. Assist children and families with letters to Santa or holiday coloring. Assist with wayfinding and answer basic questions about the MetroParks and Carriage Hill MetroPark. As needed, distribute event information, schedules of activities, and Christmas Traditions handouts. Provide excellent customer service by welcoming and orienting visitors throughout the park and/or event.  The first shift will help staff lead with the setup of the station, 2nd shift will help with the transition to the evening program, and the 3rd shift will help with teardown. Eligibility 

This is an opportunity for the following volunteers: Short-Term and Long-Term who are 16 and older. Learn more about our types of service here. 

Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer, contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 30 minutes before the beginning of the event.  Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities, including planned demonstrations .  Volunteers will also have time to review the tasks, and make sure all the supplies are at hand, and other important information. Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place indoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.  With cold weather, it may be chilly even in the visitor center. Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is not required.  Wear your volunteer name badge and a volunteer vest will be available when you arrive. Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Programming Volunteer Position for more information on programming opportunities with us.   

Volunteer Position: Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 45424

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Christmas on the Farm: Program Support -Winter Evergreens Activity

Gardeners know holiday decorating is a breeze when using evergreens that can be found around the home.  Do you love the holidays, decorating with the garden, and traditions of the season? Christmas on the Farm shares what it was like in the 1800's and ways they utilized materials found on the property to make seasonal decor. Volunteers will offer visitors some of the materials to make holiday decorations at home.

Impact

Program Support volunteers enhance the visitor experience by offering excellent customer service and sharing their passion for Carriage Hill and the event. Volunteers enable the staff to offer a diverse and engaging experience to those who come to the park.  They also help all of the day's visitors build awareness of all the amenities that MetroParks offers to community members.

Tasks Gather materials and prepare some evergreen bundles ahead for visitors to take. Welcome visitors to the historic farm and the event. Help with wayfinding and event activity locations as needed.Share appropriate pruning information if they have evergreens at home to utilize for decorations.Share information about the various evergreens that can be used in decorations. Clean up of the equipment and the area at the end of the event.Eligibility 

This is an opportunity open to the following volunteers: Short-term and Long-term. Learn more about our types of service here.

This opportunity is available for OSUE Master Gardener service hours.

Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of the program. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities, including planned demonstrations.  Volunteers will also have time to review what can be demonstrated and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.  Volunteers will be standing for much of the time, and utilizing pruners to prepare the bundles of evergreens. With cold weather, please remember to take breaks and warm up. Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is not required.  Wear your volunteer name badge and a volunteer vest will be available when you arrive. Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Programming Volunteer Position for more detailed information on programming opportunities with us. 

Volunteer Position: Programming

Gardeners know holiday decorating is a breeze when using evergreens that can be found around the home.  Do you love the holidays, decorating with the garden, and traditions of the season? Christmas on the Farm shares what it was like in the 1800's and ways they utilized materials found on the property to make seasonal decor. Volunteers will offer visitors some of the materials to make holiday decorations at home.

Impact

Program Support volunteers enhance the visitor experience by offering excellent customer service and sharing their passion for Carriage Hill and the event. Volunteers enable the staff to offer a diverse and engaging experience to those who come to the park.  They also help all of the day's visitors build awareness of all the amenities that MetroParks offers to community members.

Tasks Gather materials and prepare some evergreen bundles ahead for visitors to take. Welcome visitors to the historic farm and the event. Help with wayfinding and event activity locations as needed.Share appropriate pruning information if they have evergreens at home to utilize for decorations.Share information about the various evergreens that can be used in decorations. Clean up of the equipment and the area at the end of the event.Eligibility 

This is an opportunity open to the following volunteers: Short-term and Long-term. Learn more about our types of service here.

This opportunity is available for OSUE Master Gardener service hours.

Additional Notes Parking & Meeting Instructions: Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark.  Volunteers are scheduled to arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of the program. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's activities, including planned demonstrations.  Volunteers will also have time to review what can be demonstrated and other important information.Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place outdoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 10 lbs or more.  Volunteers will be standing for much of the time, and utilizing pruners to prepare the bundles of evergreens. With cold weather, please remember to take breaks and warm up. Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather. Period apparel is not required.  Wear your volunteer name badge and a volunteer vest will be available when you arrive. Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Programming Volunteer Position for more detailed information on programming opportunities with us. 

Volunteer Position: Programming

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 45424

Allow Groups: No