Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary offers a variety of programming - kayaking, youth climate leadership events, public programs, family activities, accessible programs and more! We are looking for ongoing and flexible volunteer support to assist staff with these programs. This volunteer position is a great fit for someone with a flexible weekday schedule (especially during the summer months), a background in education and/or natural history, a willingness to do what is needed to support public programs, and a love of sharing nature with others.
Responsibilities
- Set up and break down of program/lesson materials
- Publicizing programs by dropping off marketing materials at various locations
- Assisting with demonstrations and hands-on activities
- Answering participant questions
- Supporting participant involvement in the program
Qualifications
- Enjoys spending time interacting with and educating others, who have various levels of background knowledge on birds and nature
- Some knowledge of or training in natural history
- Adult aged 18 or older
- Successful completion of a CORI/SORI background check
Schedule/Shift Information
- Volunteers are asked to commit to at least three program sessions during their volunteer term – more than three welcome and encouraged!
- Volunteers are responsible for signing up for their shifts and logging their own hours after each volunteer shift in the online Volunteer Portal.
Benefits
- Connect with knowledgeable staff and learn more about natural history, conservation work, and education.
- Spend time outdoors in a beautiful natural setting, volunteering alongside individuals as passionate about the environment as you are!
- Help adults and children learn about and take action to protect nature.
- Exclusive online education programs are offered to volunteers who contribute 25 hours or more per year.
- Volunteer ID cards are issued to volunteers who contribute 50 hours or more per year. The Volunteer ID card provides free admission, for yourself and immediate family, to all of Mass Audubon’s Wildlife Sanctuaries and a 15% discount at all Mass Audubon gift shops (excluding online). It also allows you to take advantage of our Reciprocity Program which grants free or discounted access to participating area museums and attractions.
Next Steps
To express interest in this opportunity, click the "Respond" button. In the "Response Notes," share in a few sentences why you are interested and why you would be an excellent fit for this volunteer role. Please note that this step is only to express interest in this opportunity. A volunteer coordinator will follow up with you about the next steps, which will include a brief conversation and a background check before you begin volunteering.
