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9 people are interested
Youth Outdoor Education Volunteers
ORGANIZATION: The Colorado Mountain Club
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9 people are interested
The Youth Education Program (YEP) of the Colorado Mountain Club relies on a dedicated group of volunteers to deliver high quality outdoor and environmental education to over 7,000 Denver area youth each year. Volunteers assist YEP instructors and staff in leading programs from hiking and rock climbing to learning about the Geology of our unique state.
- Make an impact in a student’s life. Many YEP students have never hiked in the mountains or rock climbed prior to working with YEP.
- Join a community of outdoor enthusiasts excited about passing on their passion for the outdoors to the next generation.
- Opportunity to attend free training sessions on environmental and outdoor education programs as well as free mentoring.
- Gain valuable teaching and instructing experience.
- Earn free gear/clothing from the CMC and our generous sponsors.
Volunteer Criteria - We are looking for volunteers who:
- Love nature and kids ages 5-18.
- Have some teaching experience or desire to gain teaching experience.
- Are available during school hours (Monday-Friday 8am-3pm).
- Are committed, flexible, friendly, and are a positive team player.
- Have a background in environmental science or outdoor/environmental education.
- Have reliable transportation to Golden, CO.
- Are 16 years of age or older
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About The Colorado Mountain Club
Location:
710 10th St Golden, CO 80401, Suite 200, Golden, CO 80401, US
Mission Statement
The Colorado Mountain Club is organized to: Unite the energy, interest, and knowledge of the students, explorers, and lovers of the mountains of Colorado ; Collect and disseminate information regarding the Rocky Mountains on behalf of science, literature, art, and recreation; Stimulate public interest in our mountain area; Encourage the preservation of forests, flowers, fauna, and natural scenery; and Render readily accessible the alpine attractions of this region.
Description
The Colorado Mountain Club is the state’s leading organization dedicated to adventure, recreation, conservation and education. Founded in 1912, the CMC acts as a gateway to the mountains for novices and experts alike, offering an array of year-round activities, events and schools centered on outdoor recreation. The Club comprises 13 regional groups across the state to serve the local needs of its members and partners. To ensure the continued enjoyment of Colorado’s pristine places, the CMC also leads efforts to protect wild and public lands with its conservation and stewardship programs. The Club publishes a quarterly magazine, Trail & Timberline, and operates a press with 50 current titles. No other organization in the Intermountain West employs such a strong or broad approach to connecting people with the Rocky Mountain landscape.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
710 10th StreetSuite 200Golden, CO 80401
DATE POSTED
August 14, 2017
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- Math / Science Instruction
- STEM
- Physical Education
- Teaching / Instruction
- Sports Coaching
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- 1-3 days a week during school hours