- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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25 people are interested
World Maker Faire : Earn an event ticket by volunteering with the Sustainability Team!
ORGANIZATION: New York Hall of Science
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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25 people are interested
It’s that time of year again, World Maker Faire, the greatest show (and tell) on earth showcases MAKERS who make robots, life-sized mousetrap games, self-replicating 3D Printers, renegade projector-equipped Teslas, crafts, puppets, clothing and much more. If you are interested in DIY, engineering, building, learning, creating, making, or any other form of radical self-expression, you'll want to check out this event.
Maker Faire is home to kookie creators and cutting-edge engineers alike.
We need your help to keep Maker Faire sustainable! Join the Green Travelers team to greet and teach New Yorkers how to recycle, compost, and reclaim resources at the recycling stations throughout the festival. All training is provided, and the perks are awesome! We are inviting groups and individuals that may be interested in promoting environmental sustainability, educating 100K people on proper recycling and composting, earning community service hours to join the fun at this year's Faire. No experience necessary to sign up, we'll train you to be expert zero-waste educators! *We do offer accreditation for Volunteer Service Hours*For a 4 hour shift you will receive:
A One-Day pass for Maker Faire
A Maker Traveler T-shirt
A Maker Traveler Credential
A Traveler Passport
Access to the exclusive Maker Lounge for discounted meals
A Maker Faire paperback journal
For a 6+ hour shift you will receive:
A Weekend pass for Maker Faire
A Green Traveler T-shirt
A Maker Traveler Credential
A Traveler Passport
Access to the exclusive Maker Lounge for discounted meals
A Maker Faire paperback journal
Register here: https://2018wmfnygreentraveler.eventbrite.com
Would you know someone that might be interested in joining the team? Or would you be able to suggest any resources for recruiting environmental enthusiasts? Please reach out!
Special sustainability projects are available for student groups! Contact makerfairegreentravelers@gmail.com to sign up as a group or for any questions about the Green Travelers Program.
More opportunities with New York Hall of Science
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About New York Hall of Science
Location:
47-01 111th Street, Corona, NY 11368, US
Mission Statement
A visit to NYSCI is a hands-on, energetic educational experience where you can indulge your curiosity and nurture your creativity. NYSCI offers professional development for teachers, produces curricula and resources for classrooms, and studies how technology and play affect how we learn.
Description
New York Hall of Science presents 450 exhibits, demonstrations, workshops and participatory activities that explain science, technology, engineering, and math.
NYSCI was founded at the 1964-65 World’s Fair and has evolved into New York’s center for interactive science, serving a half million students, teachers, and families each year.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
47-01 111th StreetCorona, NY 11368
DATE POSTED
August 6, 2018
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Environmental Policy
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 13
- 4 to 6 hours, variable.
- A willingness to learn! This is a very simple, yet fulfilling volunteership.