River Revitalization Foundation
Location
2134 N. Riverboat Rd. Milwaukee, WI 53212
United States
Active Opportunities (3)
Flexible Schedule
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Milwaukee, WI 53212
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the River Revitalization Foundation! NOTE: An orientation is required prior to volunteering with RRF. All orientations will be held via Zoom. Sign up for an orientation at volunteersignup.org/FH8DP and we will email you the Zoom link prior to the orientation. 1st and 2nd Saturday of the month (Feb-November 2024): 9:00AM-12:00PM F.O.R.B. (Fostering Our Riparian Biodiversity) is River Revitalization Foundation's volunteer opportunity! Participate in land restoration activities with RRF Stewardship Director and Field Supervisor. Meet and work alongside individuals passionate about the natural world and preserving its integrity! Activities could include, but are not limited to: removing invasive species, establishing native plants and trees, maintaining trails, seed collecting and cleaning and controlling erosion. All activities are important for improving the quality and access of the habitat surrounding Milwaukee's river basin. Volunteers must be willing and able to participate in manual labor for at least two hours outdoors in varying weather conditions (indoor options available when it is too cold or storming). Most importantly, a willingness to smile, have fun, and get dirty!
Date Posted: 2024-01-24
Flexible Schedule
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Milwaukee, WI 53212
NOTE: An orientation is required prior to volunteering with RRF. All orientations will be held via Zoom. Sign up for an orientation at volunteersignup.org/FH8DP and we will email you the Zoom link prior to the orientation. Every Wednesday: 3:00PM - 5:00PM F.O.R.B. (Fostering Our Riparian Biodiversity) is River Revitalization Foundation's volunteer opportunity! Participate in land restoration activities. Meet and work alongside individuals passionate about the natural world and preserving its integrity! Activities could include, but are not limited to: removing invasive species, establishing native plants and trees, maintaining trails, seed collecting and cleaning and controlling erosion. All activities are important for improving the quality and access of the habitat surrounding Milwaukee's river basin. Volunteers must be willing and able to participate in manual labor for at least two hours outdoors in varying weather conditions (indoor options available when it is too cold or storming). Most importantly, a willingness to smile, have fun, and get dirty!
Date Posted: 2024-01-24
Flexible Schedule
|
Milwaukee, WI 53212
NOTE: An orientation is required prior to volunteering with RRF. All orientations will be held via Zoom. Sign up for an orientation at volunteersignup.org/FH8DP and we will email you the Zoom link prior to the orientation. Every Friday: 1:00PM - 4:00PM F.O.R.B. (Fostering Our Riparian Biodiversity) is River Revitalization Foundation's volunteer opportunity! Participate in land restoration activities with RRF Stewardship Director. Meet and work alongside individuals passionate about the natural world and preserving its integrity! Activities could include, but are not limited to: removing invasive species, establishing native plants and trees, maintaining trails, seed collecting and cleaning and controlling erosion. All activities are important for improving the quality and access of the habitat surrounding Milwaukee's river basin. Volunteers must be willing and able to participate in manual labor for at least two hours outdoors in varying weather conditions (indoor options available when it is too cold or storming). Most importantly, a willingness to smile, have fun, and get dirty!
Date Posted: 2024-01-24
Organization Information
Mission Statement
The mission of the River Revitalization Foundation is to establish a parkway for public access, walkways, recreation and education, bordering the Milwaukee, Menomonee and Kinnickinnic Rivers; to use the rivers to revitalize surrounding neighborhoods; and to improve water quality. From the past to the future, we are committed to the return of this vital natural resource for all as Milwaukee's urban rivers land trust.
Description
The River Revitalization Foundation advocates environmental conservation, public access and sensitive recreation in metro Milwaukee’s river watersheds. To address critical land use issues and further the greenway concept, our primary focus includes ensuring:
Public access Preservation of the River Valley Preservation of green space in a dense urban area Riparian buffers against encroaching development Links with neighborhoods on both sides of the river Conservation of critical habitat and wildlife areas By convening partners with shared vision, values and mission, we can influence planning decisions made along this corridor.
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