Become a Volunteer!

The Waterman Conservation Education Center was founded by passionate volunteers who love nature. We continue to carry on that legacy through the many volunteer-led projects we host each year. Some volunteers take on a more consistent role helping with trail, garden, building and equipment maintenance. All backgrounds are welcome and we hope to help facilitate your journey helping our natural world.

See our different ways to volunteer below!

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Log Hours

Volunteer Opportunities

Assist with guided hikes and environmental education programs

Make informational guides, signs, or handouts.

Nature Education

Planting and weeding gardens.

Erosion mitigation and invasive species control

Gardening

Clearing trails, mowing and trimming grass, fixing trail markers and signs, invasive species control, downed tree removal, spreading woodchips along trails, updating boardwalks

Lawn & Trail Maintenance

Plan and execute fundraising events.

Join a fundraising board to help organize more fundraisers.

Fundraising

Reception Desk

Covering the front desk, nature shop or library.

Managing library lending system.

Answering phones.

Exhibit Design & Upkeep

Artistic backgrounds

Labeling and organizing collections

Keeping displays clean and up to date.

Animal Care

Cleaning enclosures,

Feeding and bathing animals,

Monitoring outdoor enrichment.

Information Technology

Computer and program set-up

Website design

IT support

Social Media Content

Building & Equiptment Upkeep

Painting and minor repairs at the center.

Cleaning or repairing equiptment

Social Events & Outreach

Spread the word about events/programs, write articles for newsletters, assist with distribution of flyers and posters.

Assist with planning, set-up, tabling, and/or take-down at events

Special Projects

Have a specific project in mind that you would like to help create?

Scout projects, organized or group volunteer days, partnerships and internships are all available.

Please contact us to schedule a special project and to help work out the logistics of your desired project.

Board of Directors

Interested in Joining our Board of Directors?

Get involved with leadership and behind-the-scenes decision-making.

Please reach out if you are interested in joining or would like more information. All applications to join the board are considered but may not be accepted.