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*To sign for a cleanup, click on the schedule tab*Individual and family volunteers can join a cleanup hosted by Montgomery Parks staff and volunteers! Click schedule tab to register for the next cleanup. Please note that when an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule. Cleanups will be added throughout the season, so check back often!All cleanups are pre-approved for SSL hours. Children under 14 years old must volunteer with a parent/guardian.This opportunity is not eligible for court ordered service.If you or anyone in your household are sick, waiting for Covid test results, and/or have tested positive for Covid 19 you are not eligible to volunteer at this time.For questions contact: volunteercleanups@montgomeryparks.org
Background check required: No
Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning, Group
Job Type: Event (1-7 days)
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Scout troops, corporate groups, student groups, and community organizations can schedule a private Park cleanup event. Work with your team to remove trash & litter from our Parks! We ask for a two weeks notice before your cleanup. Group Leader requirements:- Must be 18 years & up- Must communicate all requirements and park policies with group members, and ensure fulfillment- Participants in the cleanup may be of all ages, but those under 14 years old must have a parent/guardian with themIf you and your group can meet these requirements, register here (as a group) and we'll proceed with the next steps:1. Confirm cleanup details (qualified park or trail, date, time, # volunteers)2. Pick up your Cleanup Kit3. Have a fun, safe cleanup!4. Submit your cleanup results and your Volunteer Sign-in sheet Click here for the complete guidelines to organize your cleanup!If you are interested in offering SSL hours at your cleanup, please contact us for more information.Anyone feeling sick or in recent contact with someone who has tested positive for Covid-19, may not volunteer at the event(s) assigned.
Minimum age of volunteers: 18
Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning, Group, Scout, Corporate
*This position requires proof of vaccination against Covid 19*How can we empower our communities to help care for their local parks and streams with a deeper understanding of watershed science and stream ecology? The Montgomery Parks Stream Striders volunteer program is accepting applications! Stream Striders facilitate conservation projects that involve an educational component as well as a service component. Applications are open for adult volunteers interested in leadership, watershed education, & community engagement at their local stream valley parks. How do I become a Stream Strider?1. Read the program qualifications & requirements2. Click "apply"3. Create an account & fill out application (have you vax card ready)4. We will contact you for a brief interview5. Complete a 2-part trainingSTREAM STRIDER WATERSHEDS:Northwest Branch-Anacostia (1)Rock Creek (1)Paint Branch & Little Paint Branch (1)Sligo Creek (2)Long Branch (1)(the numbers indicate spaces available)QUALIFICATIONS: - Must be 18 years+- Complete a background check with Montgomery Parks - Follow park protocols and safety measures - Ability to work with a variety of groups in a leadership position - Ability to present information and educate others- Able to walk outdoors for up to 3 hours in a variety of trail surfaces and weather conditions (not including severe weather)- Must be comfortable accessing areas off trail & in streamsCOMMITMENT: - Minimum of 4 months- Minimum of one project/month- Scheduling is flexible!VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:- Strong resume builder, long-term opportunity to build your leadership skills- Improve the water quality at your local stream- Work with volunteers from all ages, backgrounds, and abilities- Access to stream/nature workshops happening in our parks- Earn service credit toward your program/course (verification letters available)- Volunteer on a flexible scheduleQuestions?301-495-1302 valeria.espinoza@montgomeryparks.org
Background check required: Yes
Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Intern
Job Type: Seasonal (2-6 months)
