Volunteers are an important part of just about every aspect of Geauga Park District’s daily operations. Longtime helpers love this because they get to experience parks and programs “behind the scenes” and give back to their communities, all while getting some fresh air. Helping here can also build a resume or fulfill high school requirements.
As a volunteer at Geauga Park District, you choose how much time you give, when, where and to what programs or projects.
Learn more during volunteer orientations on Wednesday, October 18th, at The West Woods Nature Center. Registration is required for one of two hour-long orientations, at either 2:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m., at Geauga Park District or 440-286-9516.
At orientation, Outreach Coordinator Holly Sauder will provide an overview of opportunities available through the parks, then begin the official paperwork with you, including a background check for ages 18 and up.
Youth volunteers are welcome to register, but those under 14 must volunteer with a background-checked adult.
Opportunities to volunteer include photography of people enjoying the parks; programs with youth and in schools; public programs with hiking, astronomy, wildlife and exploration, kayaks and canoe; special events such as Frozen Fest, Sap’s-a-Risin’!, the Caveman Crawl 5K Trail Run, Nature Arts Festival and Jump Into Fall Days; patrolling The Maple Highlands Trail by bike; and important natural resource management work.
Whether you’re volunteering for the wildlife, for the parks, or just because you love the Great Outdoors, we look forward to seeing you on October 18th!
For more on Geauga Park District offerings, please call 440-286-9516 or visit us online at Geauga Park District, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube.
