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Minnewaska State Park Preserve
ORGANIZATION: MORGAN DUKE CONSERVATION SOCIETY
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Are you passionate about nature and looking for a way to give back to the community? We are currently seeking volunteers to help maintain the beauty of Minnewaska State Park and Sam's Point. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to assist with litter cleanup along the trails and various areas within the park, including Minnewaska Beach, the Old boathouse, Diver’s Cove/Boat Launch, Cliffhouse Field, Visitor Center lawn areas, The Loop Road, Sam’s Point Overlook Area, Ice Caves road, and Ice Caves trail. We will provide all the necessary supplies for the cleanup, which can be picked up at the visitor centers.
To ensure everyone's safety and coverage under workers comp, volunteers are required to fill out a New York State Parks application before participating. Volunteers work independently, allowing them the flexibility to visit the Preserve at their convenience. If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to reach out to James Sullivan at Jsullivan@morgandukecs.ngo. To sign up and volunteer, simply visit our website and click on the "Fill in An Application" button on the right side. Morgan Duke Conservation Society is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization, and we are proud to have been partnering with Minnewaska State Park since 2021. Thank you for your interest in helping us preserve these beautiful natural spaces!
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About MORGAN DUKE CONSERVATION SOCIETY
Location:
PO BOX 1806, Newburgh, NY 12552, US
Mission Statement
The Morgan Duke Conservation Society operates as a registered nonprofit 501(c)(3) environmental conservation organization. Our primary objective revolves around safeguarding, enriching, and upholding the integrity of natural resources and ecosystems situated within untamed woodlands and forest preserves. These areas currently confront an array of challenges, notably issues related to overcrowding that are pervasive across wild forests and forest preserves nationwide. Simultaneously, we are dedicated to establishing and nurturing wildlife habitats tailored to species reliant on nascent woodlands. Moreover, we are committed to rehabilitating vegetation that has suffered due to human intervention. This multifaceted mission is achieved through diligent research, impactful educational initiatives, and proactive stewardship agreements.
Description
James Sullivan, the President and Founder of the Morgan Duke Conservation Society, established the organization in response to a poignant experience he had while camping in a small, pristine recreational area within the southeastern region of the Adirondack Preserve in 2006, and on subsequent occasions. Witnessing numerous challenges plaguing this locale-ranging from litter accumulation to vegetation destruction caused by vehicular intrusion and vandalism-he felt compelled to take action. In 2013, James Sullivan formalized his commitment by establishing the Morgan Duke Conservation Society. Initially consisting of merely six volunteers, which included himself and his family, their efforts were concentrated on the aforementioned recreation area during the summer months of each year. During these camping excursions, they diligently collaborated with forest rangers, engaging in activiti es such as afforestation, litter removal, and restoration painting.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Kerhonkson, NY 12446
DATE POSTED
April 21, 2024
SKILLS
- Community Outreach
- Outdoor Recreation
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
N/A