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Montgomery Park's is hosting its first All-Anglers Fishing Rodeo. 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!We need experienced volunteers to help children with physical or developmental disabilities learn how to fish on this special day. Volunteers will also help us with setting up and breaking down the site, greeting participants and directing them to the various activities. We also need fish counters & weigh-in monitors.To learn more, click on Duties and Requirements, and then click on Schedule or Calendar to sign-up. This event is in alignment with all County Covid-19 protocols. Mask wearing and social distancing will be mandatory.
Background check required: No
Minimum age of volunteers: 21
Volunteer Type: Adult, Senior (55+)
Job Type: Event (1-7 days)
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April is Earth Month! Individuals and families are welcome to join a Montgomery Parks hosted cleanup. Please note that when events fill up, they do disappear from the schedule.Dates and locations include:· April 2, Glenmont Local Park (PAST)· April 5, Magruder Branch Stream Valley Park (PAST)· April 10, Jones Mill Rd Park (PAST)· April 16, Paint Branch Stream/White Oak (FULL)· April 24, Brookside Gardens (FULL)· April 24, McKenney Hills Neighborhood Park · April 28, Wheaton Claridge Local Park (FULL)All cleanups are pre-approved for SSL hours. Children under 14 years old must have a registered parent/guardian with them. **Every individual must pre-register/fill out an application, to participate, including parents/guardians.**Please review all Covid 19 requirements and CDC guidelines.Current Covid Requirements for Volunteers:All volunteers must submit Montgomery Parks COVID-19 waivers.- When signing up on this site, it will give adults volunteers the option to electronically submit waivers.- Volunteers under 18 years old must print the waiver in the application and have a parent/guardian sign by hand, and submit the form at the cleanup event.Safety/CDC guidelines:- Volunteers must bring and wear a mask- Volunteers must keep AT LEAST 6 feet apart from volunteers outside of their household.- If you are feeling sick or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for Covid-19, do not come to the cleanup.- Wash hands before and after the cleanup.To register for one of these cleanup dates, click Job Details, and then the Schedule tab, review cleanup details, and click "sign up".For questions contact: Valeria.Espinoza@montgomeryparks.org
Minimum age of volunteers: 12
Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning
Este Abril celebramos nuestro planeta Tierra! Familias, estudiantes, y individuales estan vienvenidos. Este evento sera en Español (y Ingles). Cuando: SABADO 4/24 de 10am-12pmDonde: Broadacres Local ParkParqueo: 710 Beacon Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20903Objectivos: - Participar en un programa interactivo- Ayudar a limpiar el parque y bosques naturales! - Aprender sobre oportunidades de voluntario en Montgomery Parks y organizaciones locales- Aprender sobre actividades ofrecidas por GreenFest 2021REGISTRACIONInteresados pueden registrarse con una de las tres opciones: 1. Por texto a 240-772-01132. Por este sitio --> schedule3. Por correo electronico a Valeria.Espinoza@montgomeryparks.org **Se ofrece credito para Student Service Learning (SSL) escolar**Requisitos durante Covid-19:Cada voluntario firmara un papel de "Exención Covid-19 - Montgomery Parks"Medidas importantes para desacelerar la propagación (CDC):- Use una mascarilla que le cubre la nariz y la boca para protegerse y proteger a otras personas.- Manténgase a 6 pies de distancia de las personas que no viven con usted.- Lávese las manos frecuentemente con agua y jabón. Use desinfectante de manos si no dispone de agua y jabón.- Si se siente enfermo, quedase en casa
Este Abril celebramos nuestro planeta Tierra! Familias, estudiantes, y individuales estan vienvenidos a participar en nuestro primer Dia de Limpieza en Long Branch-Arliss Park. Este evento sera en Español (y Ingles). Cuando: SABADO 4/10 de 10am-12pmDonde: Long Branch-Arliss ParkParqueo: 8800 Garland Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20901Objectivos: - Ayudar a limpiar el parque y el arroyo de Long Branch que es parte de nuestra cuenca! - Aprender sobre oportunidades de voluntario en Montgomery Parks y organizaciones locales- Aprender sobre actividades ofrecidas por GreenFest 2021REGISTRACIONInteresados pueden registrarse con una de las tres opciones: 1. Por texto a 240-772-01132. Por este sitio --> "sign up" 3. Por correo electronico a Valeria.Espinoza@montgomeryparks.org **Se ofrece credito para Student Service Learning (SSL) escolar**Requisitos durante Covid-19:Cada voluntario firmara un papel de "Exención Covid-19 - Montgomery Parks"Medidas importantes para desacelerar la propagación (CDC):- Use una mascarilla que le cubre la nariz y la boca para protegerse y proteger a otras personas.- Manténgase a 6 pies de distancia de las personas que no viven con usted.- Lávese las manos frecuentemente con agua y jabón. Use desinfectante de manos si no dispone de agua y jabón.- Si se siente enfermo, quedase en casa
Our local watershed partners are looking for volunteers to help out this Earth Month. Individuals and families can celebrate by joining one or more of these organizations by helping out at one of their many events, including cleanups. Click on any of names below to find out more, and to sign up for their events on their websites. Watershed Groups in Montgomery County:Friends of Cabin John CreekFriends of Sligo CreekLittle Falls Watershed AllianceMuddy Branch AllianceNeighbors of Northwest Branch Watershed Organizations in the DC area:Anacostia Watershed SocietyRock Creek ConservancyPlease follow all Covid 19 requirements and CDC guidelines!
Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning, Group, Scout, Corporate
Join the Neighbors of the Northwest Branch (NNWB) and Montgomery Parks to help clean up the areas around the Northwest Branch Watershed this April in celebration of Earth Month!
Date and location:
April 24, NW Branch SVU, Alderton Rd.All cleanups are pre-approved for SSL hours. Children under 14 years old must have a registered parent/guardian with them. Every individual must pre-register to participate, including parents/guardians.Please review all Covid 19 requirements and CDC guidelines. Current Covid Requirements for Volunteers:All volunteers must submit Montgomery Parks COVID-19 waivers. -When signing up on this site, it will give adults volunteers the option to electronically submit waivers.-Volunteers under 18 years old must print the waiver in the application and have a parent/guardian sign by hand, and submit the form at the cleanup event.Safety/CDC guidelines:- Volunteers must bring and wear a mask- Volunteers must keep AT LEAST 6 feet apart from volunteers outside of their household.- If you are feeling sick or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for Covid-19, do not come to the cleanup.- Wash hands before and after the cleanup.To register for one of these cleanup dates, click the schedule tab, review cleanup details, and click "sign up". For questions contact: Valeria.Espinoza@montgomeryparks.org
Scout troops, corporate groups, student groups, and community organizations can schedule a private group cleanup event. Work with your team to remove trash & litter from our Parks! All groups must follow the current Covid 19 Requirements and Park Safety Guidelines. Group leaders can submit one application on behalf of their group (select "group"). We prefer at least two weeks notice before your cleanup, but as long as you let us know about your project we will do our best to support your efforts! Please keep in mind that groups do need a permit for any group service projects in parks. Current Covid Requirements:All volunteers must submit Montgomery Parks COVID-19 waivers.- Group leaders must have all volunteers submit a signed waiver then compile them and send to Valeria Espinoza.- If you have volunteers under 18 years old, make sure their parent/guardian signs by hand.Maintain group sizes at 10 volunteers per adult supervisor, with a maximum of 30 total participants.- Your volunteers must pre-register with you (no drop-ins).- You may have a check-in sheet that only you touch or use a mobile device.- Send us your final volunteer rosterSafety/CDC guidelines - Volunteers must bring and wear a mask- Volunteers must keep AT LEAST 6 feet apart from volunteers outside of their household.- Anyone feeling sick or in recent contact with someone who has tested positive for Covid-19, may not come to the cleanup.Organize YOUR Group Cleanup!What we'll need:1. Cleanup date and times2. Cleanup location (Find a park near you!)3. Estimated group size and age range4. Would you like a Parks Cleanup Supply Kit? Kits include trash bags, recycle bags, and work gloves.5. Any questions, comments or special requests. I'm here to help!*Eligible for SSL HOURS*Children under 14 years old must have a parent/guardian with them
Minimum age of volunteers: 5
