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Volunteer
Volunteer
Volunteers are vital to Schlitz Audubon! We welcome adults and youth, as well as school and corporate volunteer groups of all sizes, to help support our mission of conservation, education, and providing meaningful experiences for all.
To learn more, read about our opportunities below or join us for a new volunteer information session on October 7.
Interested in volunteering but unable to travel to the Center? Learn about our Transportation Reimbursement Fund.
Volunteer Opportunities
GROUP VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
If you are a group of co-workers looking to get out of the office or a school group looking for service hours, we’d love to welcome you to volunteer at Schlitz Audubon. Learn about Group Volunteer Opportunities.
Land Stewardship
Join our staff and volunteer community to restore and improve the natural habitat for plants and animals, including the conservation of rare communities, and invasive plant removal on our beautiful 185 acres of land. Volunteer groups go out on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings. For ages 14+.
Visitor Information Desk
Be at the center of the action! From inside the building, interact with visitors, provide Center information, process Nature Store transactions, and answer the phone. Read a spotlight about a Front Desk Volunteer. Shifts are from 11:00am – 3:00pm (available seven days a week). For ages 18+.
Nature Preschool
Serve as an aide for teachers and children in the classroom and on the trails at our nationally recognized Nature Preschool. Volunteer weekly in the morning or afternoon from September through May. For volunteers college-aged and older.
Nature Ambassador
Assist with guided hikes, answer questions about what visitors see on the trails, and help visitors interact with live animals. Training provided. Nature Ambassadors are needed during our busiest times, Saturday and Sunday morning or afternoon shifts between the hours of 10:00am – 3:00pm. For ages 18+.
Raptor Program
We currently have openings for volunteers for the Raptor Program. Volunteers assist during their weekly morning shift from 9:00am – 12:00pm, with additional weekend and event responsibilities. The goals for volunteers in the program are to provide care for the education birds, and assist Raptor Educators in educational programs throughout the community. Volunteers must be 18 or older, commit to the program for at least one year, and be interviewed by a staff member.
Ray Team
Assist our facilities staff indoors and out with a wide variety of maintenance, woodworking, and construction projects to maintain our Center and grounds. Work in our fully-equipped workshop or outdoors with a team to share and strengthen your skills. Volunteer Tuesdays from 9:00am – 12:00pm. For ages 18+.
SPARK! Program
SPARK! volunteers assist attendees and plan programs for this innovative, nature-based program for people experiencing cognitive changes such as Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia. Training is provided. September through May. For ages 18+.
Questions? Please contact us at volunteer@schlitzaudubon.org or 414-352-2880 x144.
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