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4 people are interested
Love the environment? Help lead volunteer groups?
ORGANIZATION: Saint Paul Natural Resources - City of Saint Paul
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4 people are interested
Become a Restoration Supervisor and work with Saint Paul Natural Resources staff to help improve and maintain areas of high ecological significance in Saint Paul. Restoration Supervisors assist with supervising volunteers during large habitat restoration events. They may also lead small volunteer events in the absence of staff.
As a volunteer you will
- increase your knowledge of habitat restoration, plant identification, and Saint Paul's natural history
- meet and work with partner organizations such as National Park Service and Conservation Corps of Minnesota
- develop leadership skills and gain experience working with diverse communities
- personal enrichment and experience working with Saint Paul Park's Natural Resources staff
- attend occasional recreational and/or educational events
More opportunities with Saint Paul Natural Resources - City of Saint Paul
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About Saint Paul Natural Resources - City of Saint Paul
Location:
1100 N Hamline Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55108, US
Mission Statement
Saint Paul Natural Resources environmental and gardening programs focus on protecting, enhancing, and providing access to the City's natural resources. Saint Paul Natural Resources is a section of Saint Paul Parks and Recreation, which is a department of the City of Saint Paul.
Description
Saint Paul Parks and Recreation's Natural Resources unit, which includes Environmental Services, Forestry, Education and Gardens, has a growing volunteer program that is perfect for people who enjoy the outdoors and want to positively impact Saint Paul's natural areas, parks, and gardens.
Our environmental programs focus on protecting, enhancing, and providing access to the city's natural resources. Staff from various sections throughout Parks and Recreation play a role in these programs.
We:
- Coordinate environmental volunteer opportunities
- Conduct monitoring and research of natural resources in parks
- Restore and manage vital and unique ecosystems
- Provide interpretation and education
We also work with citizens and non-profit, county, state, and national agencies to coordinate efforts which enhance the natural environment of Saint Paul.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Parks and Neighborhoods across St PaulSaint Paul, MN 55108
DATE POSTED
January 18, 2022
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- Habitat Restoration
- Environmental Education
- Horticulture
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- 1 calendar year
- Preferred:some field experience in habitat restoration &/or knowledge of native & invasive plants