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The Montgomery Parks Trail Ambassador Program is a volunteer service AND mountain biking recreational program for high school students. Students will work together completing hands-on trail improvement projects in the morning, and after lunch the team will develop biking skills through group bike rides. Learn trail etiquette, bike safety, and mechanics. Discover the fun, health benefits, and social interactions of group mountain biking rides!There are two sessions to choose from:June 17 - June 28, in WheatonJuly 8 - July 19, in GermantownReview the Duties and Requirements, and then click on the Schedule Tab to choose either the first session or second session. After you apply, someone will be in touch to discuss the program further to make sure it is a good fit, and that you can meet the requirements.Student Service Learning (SSL) hours approved!Participants who complete the program will receive a new Mountain Bike and Helmet! Space is limited. There are only 10 available spots for each session. Review the Duties and Requirements above and then the Schedule tab to choose a session.
Background check required: No
Minimum age of volunteers: 15
Volunteer Type: Youth, Student Service Learning
Job Type: Short-term (1-8 weeks)
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Montgomery Parks is offering a program sharing the wonders of kayaking for people who may need adaptions to get them out on the water!We need two types of volunteers:Skilled Kayak Instructors (16 years old+) will help with pulling out the necessary equipment (including kayaks, paddles and life vests) for our guests, assisting with people getting in and out of boats, and one on one paddling support with participants with a strong emphasis on tailoring techniques for the needs of the participant. We are looking for experienced kayakers (1-3 years of teaching/ coaching experience) who have the ability to be on the water and instructing basic skills with people with differing sets of abilities.ACA Certifications are preferred but will consider years of experience.Event Volunteers (14 years +) will help with pulling out the necessary equipment, and event set-up and take-down, and helping with other duties at the event (on land) as necessary.Volunteers will be working outdoors and should dress for the weather, plus wear the appropriated PPE if volunteering on the water.
SSL approved!Please click on the schedule tab to sign up for either position. Check out the duties and requirements tab as well to learn more.More details will be shared after you apply! Questions? Contact Amanda Espinoza at Amanda.Espinoza@montgomeryparks.org.
Minimum age of volunteers: 14
Volunteer Type: Adult, Senior (55+), Student Service Learning
Job Type: Event (1-7 days)
Montgomery Park's is hosting our annual All-Anglers Fishing Rodeo this May! Children of all abilities between the ages of 3-15 will be learning to fish at our accessible pond with veteran volunteers to highlight Military Appreciation Month!On this special day, volunteers with fishing experience will help children with physical or developmental disabilities learn how to fish. Volunteers will also help with setting up and breaking down the site, greeting participants and directing them to the various activities. We need fish counters & weigh-in monitors as well!To learn more, click on Duties and Requirements, and then click on Schedule or Calendar to sign-up. If you cannot volunteer for the whole day, you can choose either the early or later shift - whichever is most convenient for you!SSL Approved
Minimum age of volunteers: 16
Thanks for thinking of Montgomery Parks as a place for your Eagle Scout project! Sometimes we have ideas for potential Eagle projects, but the number of Eagle candidates far outnumbers them. We often require the scout to seek out a suitable project. Choose a park location that is convenient to you and explore the area to see which amenities you can help create or restore. Park staff will work with you to review your project proposal prior to approval. We are looking for scouts that are good communicators, can stick to a schedule and are hardworkers!Follow this link to see how we like to work with scouts: Eagle Scout Guidelines
Volunteer Type: Scout
Job Type: Event (1-7 days), Short-term (1-8 weeks)
*Looking for skilled ice skaters only!* Cabin John Ice Rink provides a variety of ice skating programs for the public. Adults and children can learn to skate and improve their skills through the group lessons we offer. Ice Skating Instructional Assistants provide the extra hands necessary to provide high quality instruction and improve student success and enthusiasm for this wonderful sport. Under the supervision of the Cabin John Ice Skating Director, Instructional Assistants are assigned to help Group Lesson Instructors in the "Learn to Skate" program, which include lessons, clinics, and camps. We are looking for volunteers that can commit to an entire skating season.For more details, please click on Duties and Requirements.
Background check required: Yes
Volunteer Type: Adult, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning
Job Type: Seasonal (2-6 months)
**Looking for skilled ice skaters only!*(Please be prepared to share your past and present skating history including, skating level, test level, and any other skating experience you may have)Wheaton Ice Arena provides a variety of ice skating programs for the public. Adults and children can learn to skate and improve their skills through a variety of group lessons offered at the arena. Ice Skating Instructional Assistants provide the extra hands necessary to provide high quality instruction and improve student success and enthusiasm for this wonderful sport. Under the supervision of the Wheaton Ice Skating Director, Instructional Assistants are assigned to help group lesson instructors in the arena's "Learn to Skate" program, which include lessons, clinics, and camps.We are looking for volunteers that can commit to an entire skating season.For more details, please click on Duties and Requirements.
