Opportunities From: Mass Audubon

Volunteer: Nature Play Day - General Float Support

Nature Play Day - General Float Support 

At Nature Play Days, community gathers at Arcadia to connect, explore outdoor play, and enjoy fun nature-based activities. Preschool and summer camp families can reminisce - or get to know the space for upcoming adventures - while sanctuary visitors make new friends and get to know neighbors. Families enjoy activities like scavenger hunts, nature bingo, and creative play with natural building materials.

Step in where needed to keep the event running smoothly. Float volunteers may assist with setup and cleanup, provide extra help at activity stations, support parking or wayfinding, and respond to any last-minute needs. This flexible role ensures the event goes off without a hitch. Additional potential activities include helping with check in, giving out activities and materials, gathering natural materials for imaginative play, and more. 

Qualifications 

No experience is required, but must be comfortable interacting with the general public and jumping in to support event needs. 

Requirements 

Reliably respond to communications with Sanctuary staff 

Adhere to all policies in the Mass Audubon Volunteer Safety Handbook 

Must be 18+, or 16+ with parental supervision  

Benefits 

Exclusive online education programs are offered to volunteers who contribute 25 hours or more per year.  

Volunteer ID cards are issued to volunteers who work 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.  

Meet new people and share interests in nature. 

Volunteering in a fun and energetic environment! 

Place: Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Nature Play Day - General Float Support 

At Nature Play Days, community gathers at Arcadia to connect, explore outdoor play, and enjoy fun nature-based activities. Preschool and summer camp families can reminisce - or get to know the space for upcoming adventures - while sanctuary visitors make new friends and get to know neighbors. Families enjoy activities like scavenger hunts, nature bingo, and creative play with natural building materials.

Step in where needed to keep the event running smoothly. Float volunteers may assist with setup and cleanup, provide extra help at activity stations, support parking or wayfinding, and respond to any last-minute needs. This flexible role ensures the event goes off without a hitch. Additional potential activities include helping with check in, giving out activities and materials, gathering natural materials for imaginative play, and more. 

Qualifications 

No experience is required, but must be comfortable interacting with the general public and jumping in to support event needs. 

Requirements 

Reliably respond to communications with Sanctuary staff 

Adhere to all policies in the Mass Audubon Volunteer Safety Handbook 

Must be 18+, or 16+ with parental supervision  

Benefits 

Exclusive online education programs are offered to volunteers who contribute 25 hours or more per year.  

Volunteer ID cards are issued to volunteers who work 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.  

Meet new people and share interests in nature. 

Volunteering in a fun and energetic environment! 

Place: Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 01027

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Nature Play Day - Greeting and Wayfinding

Nature Play Day - Greeting and Wayfinding 

At Nature Play Days, community gathers at Arcadia to connect, explore outdoor play, and enjoy fun nature-based activities. Preschool and summer camp families can reminisce - or get to know the space for upcoming adventures - while sanctuary visitors make new friends and get to know neighbors. Families enjoy activities like scavenger hunts, nature bingo, and creative play with natural building materials.

Volunteers will greet participants as they arrive, provide directions to the activity areas, and answer event program and general questions. This role helps ensure guests feel oriented, comfortable, and included throughout the event. 

Qualifications: No experience is required, but must be comfortable greeting event attendees. 

Requirements: 

Reliably respond to communications with Sanctuary staff 

Adhere to all policies in the Mass Audubon Volunteer Safety Handbook 

Must be 18+, or 16+ with parental supervision 

Benefits 

Exclusive online education programs are offered to volunteers who contribute 25 hours or more per year.  

Volunteer ID cards are issued to volunteers who work 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.  

Meet new people and share interests in nature. 

Volunteering in a fun and energetic environment! 

Place: Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Nature Play Day - Greeting and Wayfinding 

At Nature Play Days, community gathers at Arcadia to connect, explore outdoor play, and enjoy fun nature-based activities. Preschool and summer camp families can reminisce - or get to know the space for upcoming adventures - while sanctuary visitors make new friends and get to know neighbors. Families enjoy activities like scavenger hunts, nature bingo, and creative play with natural building materials.

Volunteers will greet participants as they arrive, provide directions to the activity areas, and answer event program and general questions. This role helps ensure guests feel oriented, comfortable, and included throughout the event. 

Qualifications: No experience is required, but must be comfortable greeting event attendees. 

Requirements: 

Reliably respond to communications with Sanctuary staff 

Adhere to all policies in the Mass Audubon Volunteer Safety Handbook 

Must be 18+, or 16+ with parental supervision 

Benefits 

Exclusive online education programs are offered to volunteers who contribute 25 hours or more per year.  

Volunteer ID cards are issued to volunteers who work 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.  

Meet new people and share interests in nature. 

Volunteering in a fun and energetic environment! 

Place: Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 01027

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Second Saturday Projects

Volunteer at Arcadia to help maintain the grounds and trails, offered every second Saturday of the month from May-November (weather permitting). Projects vary each month, but often include:

Invasive species removalTrail clearingTrash clean upMulchingPainting

Place: Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Volunteer at Arcadia to help maintain the grounds and trails, offered every second Saturday of the month from May-November (weather permitting). Projects vary each month, but often include:

Invasive species removalTrail clearingTrash clean upMulchingPainting

Place: Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 01027

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Program Assistant in Lenox, MA

About This Volunteer Position

As an Education Programs Volunteer, you will...

Assist experienced naturalists who lead adult and/or family audience nature learning experiences at sanctuaries and other natural areas

Help Mass Audubon in achieving our goal of helping adults and families connect with nature and learn how to protect nature now and for future generations

This volunteer position is a great fit for someone who ...

Enjoys interacting with the public and sharing their passion for nature experiences and conservation

You will have the opportunity to ...

Spend time learning with and assisting experienced naturalists/educators

Meet and interact with people who share your interests

Learn more about the natural world, conservation science, ecological stewardship

Responsibilities

As a volunteer, you will assist the program leading with...

Greeting participants as they arrive

Checking in program participants

Distributing equipment to program participants

Supporting participants with using equipment following program leader instruction

Serving as “sweep" on programs, taking up rear to ensure no one gets separated from the group

Assisting program leader and participants with spotting wildlife, plants, etc. 

Informally share knowledge about nature subjects with participants and staff

Volunteers may also be asked to ...

Assist program leader with loading and unloading canoes, supplies, or other program material; training will be provided

Assist program leader with collecting, cleaning, and stowing program equipment

Qualifications

A well-qualified volunteer will have...

An interest in sharing your love of nature and conservation with adults and/or families

Personal experience with bird watching, hiking, canoeing, etc.

A general knowledge of local plants and animals and interest in learning more

This volunteer position is suitable for...

Adults aged 18 and older

Requirements

Background Checks:

CORI and SORI background checks are required for all volunteers

Physical:

Walking and standing on uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions (sun, heat, light rain, etc.) during nature walks, birding programs, and hikes

Assist with loading/unloading/moving canoes and other equipment for short periods/distances before and after canoe programs

Equipment:

Mass Audubon will provide all program specific equipment

Volunteer is responsible for personal clothing and footwear

Time Commitment:

Ability to confirm and commit to assisting scheduled programs

Programs range in length from 1-3 hours and volunteer would need to be available for the duration of the program and approximately 30 minutes before and after the program time

Tracking Hours:

Volunteers agree to log their completed volunteer hours in our online volunteer portal. This can be done on a personal phone, computer, or tablet.

Training on how to enter hours will be provided as part of volunteer orientation.

Safety
Maintaining a safe work environment is a priority of Mass Audubon.

Volunteers should dress in long pants/sleeves, wear study, closed-toed shoes, and bring their own snacks and water

Any additional safety training required for this position will be provided for volunteers*

*Additional safety training required for canoeing

Schedule/Shift Information
Volunteer shifts are posted and shared with volunteers for each season of the year and may occasionally be subject to change due to weather or other program scheduling needs

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 this is a great volunteer role for you. 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.

Place: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

About This Volunteer Position

As an Education Programs Volunteer, you will...

Assist experienced naturalists who lead adult and/or family audience nature learning experiences at sanctuaries and other natural areas

Help Mass Audubon in achieving our goal of helping adults and families connect with nature and learn how to protect nature now and for future generations

This volunteer position is a great fit for someone who ...

Enjoys interacting with the public and sharing their passion for nature experiences and conservation

You will have the opportunity to ...

Spend time learning with and assisting experienced naturalists/educators

Meet and interact with people who share your interests

Learn more about the natural world, conservation science, ecological stewardship

Responsibilities

As a volunteer, you will assist the program leading with...

Greeting participants as they arrive

Checking in program participants

Distributing equipment to program participants

Supporting participants with using equipment following program leader instruction

Serving as “sweep" on programs, taking up rear to ensure no one gets separated from the group

Assisting program leader and participants with spotting wildlife, plants, etc. 

Informally share knowledge about nature subjects with participants and staff

Volunteers may also be asked to ...

Assist program leader with loading and unloading canoes, supplies, or other program material; training will be provided

Assist program leader with collecting, cleaning, and stowing program equipment

Qualifications

A well-qualified volunteer will have...

An interest in sharing your love of nature and conservation with adults and/or families

Personal experience with bird watching, hiking, canoeing, etc.

A general knowledge of local plants and animals and interest in learning more

This volunteer position is suitable for...

Adults aged 18 and older

Requirements

Background Checks:

CORI and SORI background checks are required for all volunteers

Physical:

Walking and standing on uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions (sun, heat, light rain, etc.) during nature walks, birding programs, and hikes

Assist with loading/unloading/moving canoes and other equipment for short periods/distances before and after canoe programs

Equipment:

Mass Audubon will provide all program specific equipment

Volunteer is responsible for personal clothing and footwear

Time Commitment:

Ability to confirm and commit to assisting scheduled programs

Programs range in length from 1-3 hours and volunteer would need to be available for the duration of the program and approximately 30 minutes before and after the program time

Tracking Hours:

Volunteers agree to log their completed volunteer hours in our online volunteer portal. This can be done on a personal phone, computer, or tablet.

Training on how to enter hours will be provided as part of volunteer orientation.

Safety
Maintaining a safe work environment is a priority of Mass Audubon.

Volunteers should dress in long pants/sleeves, wear study, closed-toed shoes, and bring their own snacks and water

Any additional safety training required for this position will be provided for volunteers*

*Additional safety training required for canoeing

Schedule/Shift Information
Volunteer shifts are posted and shared with volunteers for each season of the year and may occasionally be subject to change due to weather or other program scheduling needs

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 this is a great volunteer role for you. 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.

Place: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 01240

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Salamander Coverboard Monitoring at Pleasant Valley

Help Mass Audubon conservation scientists monitor seasonal amphibian activity by checking a series of coverboards placed in key habitat areas around Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary.

Volunteers will carefully lift the boards to look for salamanders, frogs, and other small wildlife that use them for shelter. Observations will be recorded to help track amphibian presence and seasonal activity.

This opportunity is designed for 2 volunteers and takes place in May and September.

Volunteers will participate in 6 surveys total (3 in spring and 3 in fall). Each visit lasts approximately 2 hours, for a total commitment of about 12 hours over the season. No prior experience is required. Full protocol details and instruction will be given at a mandatory training course led by a Mass Audubon staff member.

Place: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

Help Mass Audubon conservation scientists monitor seasonal amphibian activity by checking a series of coverboards placed in key habitat areas around Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary.

Volunteers will carefully lift the boards to look for salamanders, frogs, and other small wildlife that use them for shelter. Observations will be recorded to help track amphibian presence and seasonal activity.

This opportunity is designed for 2 volunteers and takes place in May and September.

Volunteers will participate in 6 surveys total (3 in spring and 3 in fall). Each visit lasts approximately 2 hours, for a total commitment of about 12 hours over the season. No prior experience is required. Full protocol details and instruction will be given at a mandatory training course led by a Mass Audubon staff member.

Place: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 01240

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Second Saturday Volunteer Day August 2026

Help maintain Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary through a variety of stewardship and property-related tasks

Dress for the weather and working outside. Bring your favorite work gloves and water bottle/beverage. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

This program is part of Mass Audubon's Second Saturday Volunteer Series. Volunteers help support Berkshires Wildlife Sanctuaries through a variety of stewardship and property-related tasks.

Place: Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary

Help maintain Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary through a variety of stewardship and property-related tasks

Dress for the weather and working outside. Bring your favorite work gloves and water bottle/beverage. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

This program is part of Mass Audubon's Second Saturday Volunteer Series. Volunteers help support Berkshires Wildlife Sanctuaries through a variety of stewardship and property-related tasks.

Place: Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 8, 2026

Zip Code: 01201

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Arcadia Art House Volunteers

Surrounded by nature, birds, water, and air that is clean and fresh, Arcadia's Art House located on the Tulip Tree Trail is perfectly situated to serve visitors who wish to connect to the nature around them through art. Art House guided projects combine the interrelated principles of art, nature and science.

May through October, visitors may step inside to find readily available art supplies and instructions and ideas for short and accessible (30-45 minute) nature-inspired art projects including drawing, painting, sculpture, journaling, printmaking, and collage. 

Volunteers help with staffing the Arcadia Art House and running art related activities. You will help greet visitors, direct them to available art projects, and answer questions.

The Art House is open every Saturday from 1-4pm.

Responsibilities

Open and close the Art House, greet visitors, and provide information about the SanctuaryRun art-related activitiesCheck in with Front Desk staff to ensure a safe experience for everyone

Qualifications

Must be good with kids and enjoy speaking with people about art and natureNo artistic experience is required, but please be comfortable leading people through an activityMust be able to volunteer on at least two Saturdays from early May through mid-October

Requirements

Be able to walk the short (~300ft) section of nature trail and climb a few short steps to access the Art HouseBe prepared to be in nature without heat or electricityReliably respond to communications with Sanctuary staffAdhere to all policies in the Mass Audubon Volunteer Safety HandbookBe able to pass a CORI/SORI background checkMust be 18+

Benefits

Exclusive online education programs are offered to volunteers who contribute 25 hours or more per year. Volunteer ID cards are issued to volunteers who work 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. Meet new people and share interests in nature.Volunteering in a fun and energetic environment!

To express interest in this volunteer position, please click the “Respond” button and in the Response Notes, include a few sentences about why you are interested in this role and why you’d be a great fit. Make sure to click the “Submit Opportunity Response” button at the end to complete the process.


Place: Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Surrounded by nature, birds, water, and air that is clean and fresh, Arcadia's Art House located on the Tulip Tree Trail is perfectly situated to serve visitors who wish to connect to the nature around them through art. Art House guided projects combine the interrelated principles of art, nature and science.

May through October, visitors may step inside to find readily available art supplies and instructions and ideas for short and accessible (30-45 minute) nature-inspired art projects including drawing, painting, sculpture, journaling, printmaking, and collage. 

Volunteers help with staffing the Arcadia Art House and running art related activities. You will help greet visitors, direct them to available art projects, and answer questions.

The Art House is open every Saturday from 1-4pm.

Responsibilities

Open and close the Art House, greet visitors, and provide information about the SanctuaryRun art-related activitiesCheck in with Front Desk staff to ensure a safe experience for everyone

Qualifications

Must be good with kids and enjoy speaking with people about art and natureNo artistic experience is required, but please be comfortable leading people through an activityMust be able to volunteer on at least two Saturdays from early May through mid-October

Requirements

Be able to walk the short (~300ft) section of nature trail and climb a few short steps to access the Art HouseBe prepared to be in nature without heat or electricityReliably respond to communications with Sanctuary staffAdhere to all policies in the Mass Audubon Volunteer Safety HandbookBe able to pass a CORI/SORI background checkMust be 18+

Benefits

Exclusive online education programs are offered to volunteers who contribute 25 hours or more per year. Volunteer ID cards are issued to volunteers who work 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. Meet new people and share interests in nature.Volunteering in a fun and energetic environment!

To express interest in this volunteer position, please click the “Respond” button and in the Response Notes, include a few sentences about why you are interested in this role and why you’d be a great fit. Make sure to click the “Submit Opportunity Response” button at the end to complete the process.


Place: Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 01027

Allow Groups: No