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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)
*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
The Montgomery Parks Trail Ambassador Program is a volunteer service AND mountain biking recreational program for high school students. Students will learn about sustainable trail building techniques while working together to complete hands-on trail improvement projects in the morning. After lunch, participants develop biking skills through drills and group rides in a supportive environment with our certified instructors. You''ll learn trail etiquette, bike safety, and mechanics. Discover the fun, health benefits, and social interactions of trail work and group mountain biking rides!Germantown Session:August 10 - August 21Mon-Fri: 9am-3:30pmReview the Duties and Requirements for more information. Once reviewed, click the "Apply" button on the left side. Are you apply, we will contact you to schedule an interview and discuss the program in more detail.Earn up to 60 Student Service Learning (SSL) hours upon completion of the program!Please Note: Space is limited. There are only 10 spots available for each session. Review the Duties and Requirements below. Applying does not guarantee a spot. Graduating Seniors have priority over other applicants.
Minimum age of volunteers: 14
Volunteer Type: Youth, Student Service Learning
Job Type: Short-term (1-8 weeks)
The Montgomery Parks Trail Ambassador Program is a volunteer service AND mountain biking recreational program for high school students. Students will learn about sustainable trail building techniques while working together to complete hands-on trail improvement projects in the morning. After lunch, participants develop biking skills through drills and group rides in a supportive environment with our certified instructors. You will learn trail etiquette, bike safety, and mechanics. Discover the fun, health benefits, and social interactions of trail work and group mountain biking rides!Wheaton session:June 22 - July 3Mon-Fri: 9am-3:30pmReview the Duties and Requirements for more information. Once reviewed, click the "Apply" button on the left side. After you apply, we will contact you to schedule an interview and discuss the program in more detail.Earn up to 60 Student Service Learning (SSL) hours upon completion of the program!Please Note: Space is limited. There are only 10 spots available for each session. Review the Duties and Requirements below. Applying does not guarantee a spot. Graduating Seniors have priority over other applicants.
