Earth Day Volunteers- (April) volunteers wanted for a variety of positions throughout the day- Setup/Cleanup, Parking, Clay Craft, Ticket Taker, Mural Project, Suncatcher Wreath, Announcer, Photographer, Food Booth. Please contact Liz Fulmer at (908) 782-1158 or lfulmer@co.hunterdon.nj.us
4H & Agricultural Fair – (August 25-29, 2010) Volunteers wanted for: Operating a Parks Dept. Information Booth at the South County Fair in August (hours Wednesday – Saturday 10am-10pm) through Sunday, Three or four hour shifts available from 4:30pm-10:00pm weekdays, 10:00am-10:00 pm Saturday or 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday. Please contact Carol Bodder at (908) 782-1158 or cbodder@co.hunterdon.nj.us
Public Lands Day – (September 18, 2010; 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM; Ages: 12 through adult) Volunteers wanted for: This year on Public Lands Day we will be focusing on invasive species removal. This will include hand pulling and cutting to allow our native plants to flourish. To aid in project tasks, volunteers are asked to bring their own loppers and bow saws. This event is tentatively scheduled for the South Branch Reservation (section still to be determined). Coffee and doughnuts are provided in the morning and lunch is provided at the end. Individuals and groups who would like to volunteer for Public Lands Day or receive more information should contact the Parks Department at 908-782-1158 or parks@co.hunterdon.nj.us
After School Program Assistant- Assist Park Naturalist with group of ten 4-6 year olds as they do nature activities. There are three seasonal programs at 3 times: Spring, Fall & Winter. Tuesdays 9:30 – 11:00 AM, 1:00-2:30 PM, 3:45-5:15 PM. Must be willing to commit to an entire session (8 weeks) at one of the time periods for at least one season. Please contact Laura Kroon at (908) 782-1158 or lkroon@co.hunterdon.nj.us
Mountain Farm Campmaster Corps - Independent hours year-round, as you're available, or work with other members on group projects. Adult volunteers (and adults supervising teen groups) needed to do various projects in the Mountain Farm Section of Teetertown Preserve, in Lebanon Township. Typical projects include: providing camper services & check-in, campsite clean-up, stacking of firewood, trail maintenance, staining & waterproofing of site furnishings, invasive plant/tree removal, planting of seedlings, assistance in operation of large-scale events, etc. Please contact: John Trontis at (908) 782-1158, or jtrontis@co.hunterdon.nj.us
Basketry Workshop- Arboretum 7-9PM Fall through Spring. Please contact Liz Fulmer at (908) 782-1158 or lfulmer@co.hunterdon.nj.us
Friend-to-Friend Program- Echo Hill, Wednesday 10-2pm. Please contact Liz Fulmer at (908) 782-1158 or lfulmer@co.hunterdon.nj.us
Nature Walk Leaders-Echo Hill or Arboretum – dates and times vary. Please contact Tom Sheppard at (908) 782-1158 or tsheppard@co.hunterdon.nj.us
Performance Camp Counselors-in-Training (CIT)
A volunteer opportunity for teens entering 9th through 12th grades. We have six openings available for teens that would like to be CITs at Performance Camp for the weeks of June 28 to July 2, July 19 to 23, and August 9 to 13. CITs can volunteer from one to all three weeks. This is a great opportunity for on-the-job-experience and a boost for your resume. CITs must attend a training session on May 26 at 6:00 PM, and CPR training on June 1 at 6:00 PM if not already certified. To apply: submit an Individual Volunteer Application with attached recommendation from a teacher or employer. You can pick up an application at the Arboretum or from our website www.co.hunterdon.nj.us (Click on “Volunteer Opportunities.”) For more information about these positions please contact Liz Fulmer at (908) 782-1158 or lfulmer@co.hunterdon.nj.us
All Performance Camp Counselors positions for the 2010 season have been filled.
Summer Nature Program Counselors-in-Training (CIT)
A volunteer opportunity for teens entering 10th, 11th, and 12th grades. Eight Counselors-in-Training (CITs) will be selected for each of our two Summer Nature Camp sites (Echo Hill and Mountain Farm). Have fun outdoors while building your resume. CITs are required to attend an evening training session on June 3 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Arboretum. Monday to Friday from 8:30AM-3:30PM and must be able to commit to two weeks during the camp season. To apply: Submit an Individual Volunteer Application with a letter of recommendation from a teacher or employer. Applications available at the Arboretum or on our web site www.co.hunterdon.nj.us (Click on “Volunteer Opportunities.”) Please contact Tom Sheppard at (908) 782-1158 or tsheppard@co.hunterdon.nj.us
All Summer Nature Program Assistant positions for 2010 season have been filled.
Touch a Truck Program- Bring your vehicles to Deerpath Park on November 6, 2010 for the kids to touch and observe. To register your vehicle please contact Liz Fulmer at (908) 782-1158 or lfulmer@co.hunterdon.nj.us
Trail Maintenance Program- Volunteers wanted to assist with foot trail maintenance and gardening. For Trail Maintenance please contact Tom Sheppard at (908) 782-1158 or tsheppard@co.hunterdon.nj.us and for Gardening please contact Don Donnelly at (908) 782-1158 or ddonnelley@co.hunterdon.nj.us
Annual Trails Day Event- Date: Saturday, May 8, Time: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: Riverfield Section of the South Branch Reservation
The focus of this year’s Trails Day Event will consist of pruning, brush-clearing, and picking up litter to open a new access to the South Branch of the Raritan River. This will provide a new area for public enjoyment. To aid in project tasks, volunteers are asked to bring their own loppers and bow saws. A registration form is required to sign up for the event to help us track participants and know how much food to buy. Interested individuals and groups who would like to volunteer for our Annual Trails Day Event or receive more information should contact the Parks Department at (908) 782-1158. (For groups, each member must fill out a separate volunteer form.) Lunch provided!
Scout Groups - The Hunterdon County Department of Parks and Recreation gratuitously accepts the kindness of Scout Groups looking to offer community service, including those scouts working on Eagle Projects, Gold Projects and the Hornaday Award. Please contact us at (908) 782-1158 or parks@co.hunterdon.nj.us for information.
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