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Join Montgomery Parks' Adaptive Kayaking Clinics as a Support Paddler and assist participants with disabilities experience the joy of kayaking.Support Paddlers will assist with pulling out equipment (including kayaks, paddles, and life vests), helping participants get in and out of boats, and providing tailored support to meet your assigned participant's needs. We are seeking experienced kayakers who can instruct basic skills on the water (ACA Instructor Certifications are preferred).More details will be shared after you apply! Questions? Contact Amanda Espinoza at (240)-961-1113 or Amanda.Espinoza@montgomeryparks.org
Background check required: No
Minimum age of volunteers: 18
Volunteer Type: Adult, Senior (55+)
Job Type: Event (1-7 days)
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Help Montgomery Park's Grown@Pope program produce multiple food crops to assist in the effort to address food insecurities in the county. The Crop Production Aide volunteer will support the horticultural staff with the implementation of a crop program at Pope Farm Nursery.We are looking for volunteers that can work a 2 to 4 hour shift during the week, between the hours of 8am and 12pm, that can help on a regular basis throughout the season. Volunteers have the opportunity to view weekly openings through Samaritan and sign up if/when they can.For short term opportunities (less than 3 times in the season), please see Grown@Pope Workdays.The Crop Production Aide helps throughout the season. They assist with clearing weeds from the garden, planting seeds, monitoring crops upon emergence, pruning and thinning crop plants, adding mulch and compost to garden beds and harvesting. The Crop Production Aide works outdoors using various garden tools, in all sorts of weather conditions.This work can be physically demanding, but it provides volunteers the opportunity to work "behind-the-scenes" of the county parks with a knowledgeable, professional horticultural staff.Once you apply someone will be in touch to discuss the position further and to see if this will be a good match!See Duties and Requirements for more details.
Background check required: Yes
Volunteer Type: Adult
Job Type: Seasonal (2-6 months)
Montgomery County Planning Department is part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). For 95 years, M-NCPPC has had a national reputation for excellence in planning, and today serves a culturally diverse population of over one million people on the border of Washington, D.C. in Montgomery County. We provide county-wide planning functions including long range planning, as well as reviews of development applications in diverse built environments of downtown urban districts, suburban communities, and agricultural areas. We have pioneered nationally modeled programs in agricultural preservation, inclusionary housing, and transit-oriented design. To learn more about who we are and what we do, we encourage you to watch this brief video here and visit our website at www.montgomeryplanning.orgDiversity StatementM-NCPPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor. We will do what we can to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at 301-495-4525 to request accommodation. We are seeking an intern who is working towards their undergraduate or graduate degree in Human Resources Management and Organizational Development; or a retiree looking for a challenge!The HR Volunteer Intern will work with the Human Resources Manager to:
Volunteer Type: Adult, Senior (55+), Intern
Job Type: Long-term (6 months+)
*All students receiving SSL hours must pre-register*Individual and family volunteers can join a cleanup hosted by Montgomery Parks and partner organizations! - Children under 14 years old must volunteer with a parent/guardian.- Students must register with their name to receive SSL hours.- All cleanups are pre-approved for SSL hours. Forms are provided at the cleanup.- This opportunity is not eligible for court-ordered service.- To add volunteers to a family group send us an email.- Wear clothes that can get dirty and shoes that can potentially get wet. Bags and gloves are provided.Note: When an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule. Cleanups will be added throughout the season, so check back often!For questions contact: volunteercleanups@montgomeryparks.org
Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning, Group
National Public Lands Day is a celebration of one of our most precious resources: our public parks and trails. Please join us in celebrating Public Lands Day by helping restore healthy habitats by removing invasive plants from Black Hill Regional Park.Whether you are looking for SSL hours or just want to spend the day giving back, you won't believe how good it feels to be a good steward! Parents must accompany children under 14. Please register one or both parents.Groups are also welcome! Interested groups should email katie.festa@montgomeryparks.orgApproved for SSL hours - Registration is required!
Minimum age of volunteers: 12
Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning, Group, Scout, Corporate
Join us in a volunteer park cleanup at the Black Hill Discovery Center. Help us beautify your community green spaces, keep litter out of our streams, and protect the wildlife at the Black Hill Regional Park. Whether you are looking for SSL hours or just want to spend the day giving back, you won't believe how good it feels to be a good steward! Parents must accompany children under 14. Please register one or both parents.Groups are also welcome! Interested groups should email katie.festa@montgomeryparks.orgApproved for SSL hours - Registration is required!
Minimum age of volunteers: 3
