- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
Big Sweep Durant
ORGANIZATION: Raleigh Parks Volunteer Services Program
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
2 people are interested
* IN ORDER TO REGISTER AS A VOLUNTEER, YOU MUST EMAIL MARY.OWENS@RALEIGHNC.GOV . *
Event Description: Join staff in helping to keep Durant Nature Preserve clean and beautiful at our "Big Sweep" event. The "Big Sweep" is a county and state wide initiative to help keep our watersheds clean by removing litter. Please help us to support this great effort!
Volunteer Impact: Keeping our waters clean provides a safe environment for citizens and provides our wildlife with a healthy home.
Volunteer Duties: Volunteers will pick up litter within the park.
Volunteer Shifts: There are multiple sifts to choose from. See below:
10/07/2018 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
12/ 02/2018 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Event Description: Join staff in helping to keep Durant Nature Preserve clean and beautiful at our "Big Sweep" event. The "Big Sweep" is a county and state wide initiative to help keep our watersheds clean by removing litter. Please help us to support this great effort!
Volunteer Impact: Keeping our waters clean provides a safe environment for citizens and provides our wildlife with a healthy home.
Volunteer Duties: Volunteers will pick up litter within the park.
Special Information: Please bring a water bottle, wear sturdy close-toed shoes and clothing you can get dirty. We will supply the tools and work-gloves.
Work Environment: We will be working on uneven terrain. There is a restroom on site. We will be outside in the winter, so please dress accordingly.
Volunteer Requirements: Pre-registration is required. Adults must register and accompany children. Volunteers must be at least 12 years old to volunteer. Adults must register and accompany children under the age of 16. Everyone who volunteers must sign a release form. If anyone is under the age of 18, then a parent or guardian must sign their form as well.
Group Registration Information: Registration as a volunteer is first come, first served. A group leader must email mary.owens@raleighnc.gov to register. All groups will be required to provide a list of names and emails for their volunteers.
Per department policy, this volunteer opportunity is not to be used towards court-appointed/ suggested community service hours.
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About Raleigh Parks Volunteer Services Program
Location:
PO Box 590, Raleigh, NC 27602, US
Mission Statement
You are invited to make a difference in your community by volunteering! Through the efforts of City staff and volunteers, Raleigh Parks can continue providing quality services and spaces to all of its citizens and visitors.
Description
Assist with landscaping, coaching, special events, the Adopt-A-Trail program, and other opportunities. There are many ways for individuals, groups, students, and businesses to contribute to our quality programs and facilities.
To see all of our upcoming events, register for an opportunity, and sign up for our monthly newsletter, please visit our website at this address:
http://raleighnc.gov/parks-volunteer
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Durant Nature Preserve8305 Camp Durant RdRaleigh, NC 27614
DATE POSTED
August 31, 2018
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 12
- Children under the age of 16 must have a parent/guardian register/volunteer with them.