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Lancaster, OH 43130
Love Wildlife? Hate Invasive Plants? We Need You! Is your backyard a battleground of overgrown invasives but don't know what to do? Want to help nature around your community? Join the Fairfield County Park District as a Habitat Improvement Tech and help restore the natural balance to our parks and wild spaces. You’ll make a real impact on local ecosystems while gaining experience and skills in habitat restoration and plant ID-skills you can use at home, in your community, or in a green career down the road. Also perfect for business groups looking for a one-time volunteer day with purpose and punch! What You Might Be Doing: Removing invasive plants by pulling, pruning, or sawing Hauling brush and cleared vegetation Hiking off-trail through uneven terrain No experience needed-just a good attitude, love for the outdoors, and a willingness to get dirty. We’ll teach you how to identify invasive species and work safely in the field. Be prepared for: Outdoor conditions (inclement weather, biting insects, and other outdoor risks) Hands-on work Making a big difference All volunteers must pass a background check. Questions? Email us at volunteer@fairfieldcountyparks.org Ready to Apply? www.fairfieldcountyparks.org/get-involved/volunteer/
Date Posted: Jul 15, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Lancaster, OH 43130
Love Nature and Enjoy Talking With People? Become a Nature Center Engagement Specialist with Fairfield County Park District! Whether you're a lifelong naturalist or just starting your journey, this is your chance to be part of a passionate community that’s excited to learn from you-or help you learn more along the way. You'll join a friendly team of volunteers who help connect visitors to nature through conversation, curiosity, and hands-on experiences. Don’t just take it from us-here’s what our volunteers have to say: "I like volunteering because I love nature, the opportunity to keep learning, and being able to share my knowledge with the visitors who come to our parks." "Volunteering has been an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also been a great opportunity to involve my family... we’ve made lasting memories together." "I like volunteering as a way to be involved with nature and learn more about it." Typical Volunteer Tasks: Opening and closing the nature center Greeting and engaging with visitors about the park and wildlife Assisting with educational programs, events, and occasional hikes Helping groups stay together and safe during programs Schedule and Locations: Most volunteers help about once a month, but more often is welcome! Programs take place at various park locations, mainly Friday-Sunday and some evenings The Mambourg Park Nature Center is typically open Fridays and Saturdays, 10 AM-2 PM No experience necessary-just bring: A friendly attitude and a willingness to share or grow your knowledge of nature Comfort working independently or with small groups Patience with downtime between visitors (feel free to read, birdwatch, or enjoy a hobby during slower periods) Volunteers may be exposed to inclement weather, biting insects, noxious plants, and other risks associated with being in an outdoor setting. All applicants are subject to a background check. Questions? Email us at volunteer@fairfieldcountyparks.org Ready to apply? Visit www.fairfieldcountyparks.org/get-involved/volunteer
Date Posted: Jul 15, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Baltimore, OH 43105
Looking for a way to help wildlife? Want to learn how to manage native plants for your own garden? Become a Fairfield County Park District Pollinator Habitat Specialist! You’ll join a team of friendly and passionate gardeners in helping maintain our gardens for beauty and wildlife. As one of our current volunteers says: " I like volunteering as a way to be involved with nature and learn more about it." Gardners help out anywhere between once a week and once a month during the growing season depending on the season and which garden(s) they are helping with. Tasks include: Pulling and clipping plants. Maintaining a neat garden. Identifying weeds vs native plants. (No knowledge? No problem; free training included!) There are no qualifications necessary to become a Pollinator Gardner aside from possessing a great attitude, passion for the outdoors, and a willingness to get down and dirty outside. Training on plant ID will be provided to interested volunteers. Volunteers may be exposed to inclement weather, biting insects, noxious plants, and other risks associated with being in an outdoor setting. All Fairfield County Park District volunteers are subject to a background check prior to beginning volunteer activities. Questions? Email us at volunteer@fairfieldcountyparks.org Ready to apply? Visit www.fairfieldcountyparks.org/get-involved/volunteer
Date Posted: Jul 15, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Lancaster, OH 43130
Help Keep Local History Alive - Volunteer at Historic Rock Mill Perched above a stunning sandstone gorge, Rock Mill has stood as a symbol of Fairfield County’s heritage since 1799. Once a vital part of the community, it's now a living piece of history - and we need passionate volunteers like you to help keep it vibrant for generations to come. As one of our volunteers says: "I talk with people and make history come alive in some small way for them." Whether you’re a lifelong history buff or simply curious about the past, there’s a place for you at Rock Mill. What Volunteers Do: Greet and guide visitors Share the mill’s fascinating history (training provided) Help operate the water wheel and milling equipment Prepare and open the mill for the day Ensure guest safety in the gorge and around machinery Volunteer Details: Rock Mill is open to the public from May through October Open days: Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday Period-accurate grinding demonstrations take place on the last Sunday of each month Most volunteers assist about once a month No experience needed. All you need is a welcoming attitude, a willingness to learn, and an interest in local history. We provide all the training you'll need. Please note: Volunteer work is often outdoors and may involve uneven terrain, exposure to weather and insects, and proximity to working mill equipment. All Fairfield County Park District volunteers must pass a background check before beginning service. Questions? Email us at volunteer@fairfieldcountyparks.org Ready to apply? Visit www.fairfieldcountyparks.org/get-involved/volunteer
Date Posted: Jul 15, 2025
