Stream Monitors have the opportunity to contribute to an integral part of the GRNA Natural Resources Management Plan, as volunteer-led efforts to sustain and monitor the health of our streams is a key component of the management plan. Stream Monitors take part in two stream sampling events each year, one in the spring and one…
Outreach volunteers serve as ambassadors to GRNA, Inc. by sharing information about who we are and what we do with the public. By being present at regional events and festivals, outreach volunteers share their knowledge of Grass River’s ecology and history with the public. Outreach volunteers also serve as the face of GRNA in many…
Education Program Aides assist with large educational programs, including school field trips, home school programs, public programs, family festivals, and events. Volunteers provide support and assistance to Naturalists while they lead classes or events for children or adults. Assistance during field trips may include preparation of programs, distributing supplies, supervising groups of children, answering questions,…
Office volunteers help with various office jobs as needed. This work includes but is not limited to data entry, note writing, help with mailings, and filing.
Events Volunteers plan and execute several family-friendly events held at GRNA throughout the year, including Winterfest and the Grass River Shiver in January, Maplefest in March, Summer Kick-off in June, Autumnfest in October, and Holiday Crafts for Kids in December. Planning takes place within the Events Committee, which meets about once a month, depending on…
Connect with persons experiencing homelessness to offer services and build a healthy community. Drop-ins are weekday mornings and offer many ways to get involved.
Docents serve as interpreters for visitors, connecting them to the incredible natural world of GRNA. Working in either the Nature Center or on the trails as guides, docents share their knowledge of GRNA’s ecology and history with the public. Docents may also assist staff with event set up and preparation and help with other tasks…
Facilities Volunteers have the opportunity to take part in a variety of maintenance, repair, and skilled trades that help to maintain and enhance our buildings. Facilities include the Nature Center, cabin, outhouses, garden shed, and barn. Examples of activities are painting outhouses, repairing a leaky toilet, replacing light bulbs/fixtures, performing routine engine maintenance, and washing…
We love assistance with spreading the word! Lots of folks know about us, but lots do not. If you have ideas and the talent to get the good word of HOWS Project out there, we’re all ears!
Several times during the year we gather to erect a fence for a lucky HOWS dog who will be chained no more! These un-chained dogs “zoom” around their new spaces, overcome with their new-found sense of freedom. You can be a part of the “zoomies”; no experience necessary. Come build a fence with us!