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11 people are interested
Hike assistants
ORGANIZATION: Forest Resource Education Center
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11 people are interested
Hike assistants are needed to assist teacher and guide student groups on forested trails. Persons with special knowledge of trees and associated animal habitat is helpful. The ability or willingness to engage with children is important.
Volunteer hours are typically in mornings from about 10am - 12n. Our school programs occur in April, May and June, our busiest time of year.
1 Shift
- morning / 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM
- NONE OF THESE TIMES WORK FOR ME, BUT I CAN STILL HELP
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About Forest Resource Education Center
Location:
495 Don Connor Blvd, Jackson, NJ 08527, US
Mission Statement
The Forest Resource Education Center (FREC) offers educational hikes and programs to community groups and schools to promote appreciation for New Jersey forests.
Description
FREC is the public outreach division for the New Jersey Forest Service. Our facility includes an exhibition hall and classroom located within 865-forested acres located in central New Jersey.
Annually we host about 1500 students on 1.5-hour educational hikes along our variety of forested trails. Volunteers, with environmental backgrounds, are needed as Hike Leaders for student groups as well as adult community groups.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
495 Don Connor BlvdJackson, NJ 08527
DATE POSTED
March 28, 2022
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 1 shift weekly or bi-weekly basis
- Enthusiasm for teaching about trees, forests and wildlife habitat.