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53 people are interested
Nature in the Heart of the City--Receptionist
ORGANIZATION: Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center
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53 people are interested
The Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center is a beautiful nature education center in the heart of the city. We're seeking a friendly face to greet our visitors, answer phones, and assist with special projects. We're currently looking for assistance Tuesdays 9am-1pm.
Once a week, every other week, or even one day a month would be great. Interested volunteers also have the option to become involved in special events, education programs, ground maintenance, and other fun volunteer tasks.
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About Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center
Location:
3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040, US
Mission Statement
To connect people with nature using science, education and advocacy to protect Arizona's birds, other wildlife, and their habitats.
Description
The Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center is a nature center in the heart of the City of Phoenix's Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area, a 600-acre park along the historic Salt River. Located less than two miles from downtown Phoenix, the Center is a gateway to a lush Sonoran riparian habitat used by over 200 species of birds and other wildlife.
The free admission Center offers interactive exhibits, an interpretive loop trail, connections to the Rio Salado Habitat's sixteen miles of hiking and riding trails and a variety of programs, including beginning birding classes and bird walks, school field trip programs and more. Click here for more information about the Center's programs.
Designed by Weddle Gilmore Architects, the Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center is a green building and is expected to be LEED certified. The Center's sustainable features include a photovoltaic system, a waste water recycling system, low water use fixtures, pervious surfaces and bioswales to capture rain and run-off water and energy efficient mechanical and electrical systems.
The Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center is the headquarters of the Arizona state office of the National Audubon Society.
CAUSE AREAS
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WHERE
3131 S. Central AvenuePhoenix, AZ 85040
DATE POSTED
October 30, 2014
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Basic Computer Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- one day a month