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32 people are interested
San Elijo Nature Center-Volunteers Needed!
ORGANIZATION: County of San Diego, Department of Parks and Recreation
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32 people are interested
We're looking for volunteers to:
- Staff Nature Center building to allow park rangers time in the field.
- Greet and orient visitors to the Nature Center and loop trail.
- Provide visitors with trail maps and directions to trail heads.
- Assist visitors with identifying birds and other flora and fauna of the lagoon.
- Sell snacks, field guides, etc.
- Answer phone and take messages for ranger staff.
- Notify rangers by phone or radio of any emergencies.
- Assist with craft preparation for interpretive programs and events.
This opportunity provides volunteers with the chance to gain valuable experiences, working with our rangers, while providing an important service to the visitors to the Nature Center. This is primarily a solo position. Nature Center coverage is needed Monday-Friday, 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm.
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About County of San Diego, Department of Parks and Recreation
Location:
5500 Overland Avenue, Suite 410, San Diego, CA 92123, US
Mission Statement
To enhance the quality of life in San Diego by providing opportunities for high quality parks and recreation experiences and to preserve regionally significant natural and cultural resources.
Description
The County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) enhances the quality of life for County residents and visitors of all ages. We promote health and wellness, safe communities, and civic pride through thousands of programs across San Diego, including festivals, hikes and rides, educational events and activities for youth, three strategically located recreation centers, and multiple state-of-the-art sports complexes. Daily programs enrich the lives of all patrons with a particular focus on families, seniors, people with disabilities, and at-risk youth.
Our award-winning park system features 157 facilities across more than 57,000 acres of land, including parks, camping parks, sports parks, community centers, open space preserves, and historic sites. Some 380 miles of trails take visitors through multiple climates and habitats - from the coast to the desert and the valleys to the mountains.
Parks and park facilities are open year-round (unless otherwise noted). We encourage you to experience the upside of outside along with us!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve & Nature Ctr2710 Manchester AveCardiff, CA 92007
DATE POSTED
September 27, 2018
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- 3-4 hours per week
- Customer service is paramount.