- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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15 people are interested
Livestock Farmhands
ORGANIZATION: Accokeek Foundation
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
15 people are interested
Farmhands volunteers assist in day to day operations of the Heritage Breed Livestock Conservation program.
The Heritage Breed Livestock Conservation program is part of the Accokeek Foundation’s stewardship of Piscataway Park. We care for our livestock in a way that enhances the health and stability of the natural and agricultural ecosystems of this special place.
The breeds of livestock we manage are American Milking Devon cattle, Hog Island sheep, Ossabaw hogs, silver rabbits, and various poultry.
Responsibilities may include:
- Feeding and socializing livestock
- Barn cleaning and maintenance
- Fenceline repairs
- Egg collection and washing
- Moving animals between pastures
- Milking cattle
- Lifting loads up to 25 lbs. (feed, hay, straw)
Qualifications:
No previous experience is required, but volunteers must be comfortable working around large animals and in varying weather conditions.
More opportunities with Accokeek Foundation
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Accokeek Foundation
Location:
3400 Bryan Point Road, Accokeek, MD 20607, US
Mission Statement
According to the Foundation's 1957 charter, "It shall be the purpose of this Corporation to preserve, protect and foster, for scientific, educational or charitable use and study for the benefit of the people of the nation, the historical sites and relics, trees, plants, and wildlife rapidly disappearing from an area of great natural beauty along the Maryland shore of the historic Potomac River."
Description
In partnership with the National Park Service, the Accokeek Foundation stewards 200 acres of Piscataway Park. Situated directly across the Potomac River from George Washington’s Mount Vernon, this land was protected to preserve historic views and now serves as an outdoor classroom for educational programs about land conservation, historic preservation, sustainable agriculture, and environmental stewardship. Entertaining tours and performances, customized experience based activities, and service learning opportunities help visitors connect to the land and to one another.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
3400 Bryan Point RoadAccokeek, MD 20607
DATE POSTED
June 5, 2018
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
- Veterinary
- Farming
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- Sundays 7-9 am or 4-6 pm