Volunteer Inactive Opportunities

This is where to look at volunteer opportunities that don't require volunteers right now but may do in the future.

Being a Volunteer with the Stanley Park Ecology Society is an excellent way to indulge your passion for nature, spend time outdoors, or learn about our environment in a productive and satisfying manner. In addition to the tremendous rewards of Volunteer service, you will have the opportunity to enhance your knowledge and develop workplace skills while enjoying the awesome beauty of Stanley Park.

If you are interested in, or curious about volunteering with SPES, you are on the right page. After viewing the content in this section, learning about the types of volunteer positions available and when they are available, please contact our volunteer coordinator. E-mail is the preferable method:

• [ E-mail ] (vols@stanleyparkecology.ca)
• Phone: 604-681-7099

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Coexisting with Coyotes (CWC) GIS/Mapping Volunteer

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Here is your chance to volunteer with one of the most active and forward moving conservation outreach programs in the province. The Co-Existing with Coyotes (CWC) program is in its 10th year of service and aims to reduce conflict between people, pets, and coyotes by providing accessible information through a wide range of media.

Time Commitment:

1. Hours: 4-8 hours a week
2. Time of Day: Flexible - Morning and/or Afternoon; Mon or Fri
3. Minimum commitment: 3 months

Duties:

The volunteer GIS mapping assistant will be working with urban wildlife sightings raw data and using Mapinfo software to create 'coyote activity' mapping outputs that are used in many different outreach applications.

Training package includes:

• Introduction package to the CWC program
• Orientation to SPES office
• Coaching through various processes pertaining to the different program services
• Other training as required

Acquired skills:

• Learn about: urban wildlife, how a not for profit public outreach program operates,
• Many of the skills you acquired through the CWC GIS role are highly sought after by employers and help bolster one's resume and skills base.

Requirements:

• Working knowledge of Excel and Mapinfo software
• Excellent organizational skills
• Detail-oriented
• Able to follow instructions
• Strong work ethic
• Creative thinker and problem solver
• Initiative seeker

For more information:

www.stanleyparkecology.ca/programs/conservation/urbanWildlife/coyotes/

APPLICATION REGISTRATION now open

For registration, please contact : Koren Johnstone, Volunteer Coordinator, email: vols@stanleyparkecology.ca

Special Events Program Volunteer

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Want to help nature, create awareness but don't know the name of every bird or flower? The Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) has a role for you! As part of our Public Outreach and Community Events initiatives. the Special Events volunteer team will welcome visitors, provide information about Stanley Park, and represent SPES. This crew will work under the supervision of the Volunteer Coordinator and/or Public Programs Manager in the set-up and staffing of our outreach activities, including for Earth Day and at various events at Science World. You will be teamed up with one or two other volunteers and spend 3-4 hours interacting with members of the public at the SPES booth.

Duties: set-up and take down of booth, props (including natural history displays) and promotional materials, possible activities with children and families, selling memberships and providing the public with information about Stanley Park and our education and conservation efforts.

Shifts: The shift is from 11am-3pm every Saturday. The program itself begins in April and runs through to the end of August.

6 positions available

Note: there is a minimum 3 month commitment for this position

Benefits:

• Help Stanley Park and connect the community with nature
• Use your experience in event coordination to help beautiful Stanley Park
• Develop experience with event coordination
• Participate in a fun event while helping the environment!
• Get a great introduction to volunteering for SPES
• Get a complimentary Sunday Discovery Walk for each event covered
• Meet people with an interest in nature and the Park
• Work with a fun-loving and inspired group of people!

Training:
Full training related to the event and displays, orientation to the Stanley Park Ecology Society, and basic training on Stanley Park's natural and cultural history

Requirements:

• Friendly, outgoing and enthusiastic
• Excellent communication skills, strong English speaking and comprehension skills, are mandatory.
• High level of commitment
• Enjoy working with families, children and the general public
• Reliable, flexible, self directed yet able to work in a team
• Experience in coordinating events a plus
• Organized and attentive to detail; committed to professional presentation
• Keen interest in natural history and environmental education. A background in biology, ecology, natural history or a related field is an asset but not necessary.
• Committed to training sessions about SPES and basic natural history training
• Capable and willing to lift and move tables and boxes up to 10 lbs if needed
• 16 years or older

Co-existing with Coyotes (CwC) Assistant

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Here is your chance to volunteer with one of the most active and forward moving conservation outreach programs in the province. The Co-Existing with Coyotes (CWC) is in its 10th year of service and aims to reduce conflict between people, pets, and coyotes by providing accessible information through a wide range of media.

Time Commitment:

Friday , morning or afternoon for 4 hours/week, minimum 3 months, volunteer can potentially work from home

Duties:

Volunteers may contribute to CWC in a variety of roles:

1. CWC 'Information and Data' - phone and email
   • Email: respond to public inquiries using email templates
   • Phone: record information from the Coyote Hotline answering machine
2. CWC Community Events
   • Event assistants will attend community fairs and events
   • Assist with the CWC display area, answer the public's questions regarding coyotes
   • Demonstrate and explain the display exhibits
   • Supervise children in the creation of a coyote related crafts.
3. CWC Programming
   • Prep and assist on Coyote related school and community presentation programs.
4. CWC Projects & Research
   • Projects and research opportunities range in form and scope.
   • Projects are development based and aim to build on existing program components.
   • Some projects and research may require specific skills and experience

Training:

• Introduction to the CWC program package and background information
• Orientation to SPES office
• Basic training on the above mentioned roles; other training as required
• Training partially conducted at SPES offices (half-day) and partially conducted by email.

Benefits:

• Learn about: urban wildlife, public outreach program operation, project management
• Depending on interest and skill level input sightings in Google Earth/ Map info GIS software.

Requirements:

• Working knowledge of Excel and word desirable
• Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented
• Able to follow instructions; strong work ethic
• Excellent English skills
• Creative thinker and problem solver, self-directed

For further information and registration, please contact Koren Johnstone, Volunteer Coordinator, email: vols@stanleyparkecology.ca

Eco Ranger

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Got some extra time this summer, looking for a great place to volunteer with a fun group of people, learn interesting new skills and help with an important cause? Consider volunteering for Eco Rangers, one of SPES's most successful and enduring programs.

Eco Rangers is open to volunteers aged 15 and up. In the summer months, you can see the uniformed Eco Rangers working in pairs as roving naturalists in the park, answering visitors' questions about local animals and plants, and providing other important on-the-spot interpretation. These volunteers are intensively trained on the Park's wildlife, plants and cultural history, as well as in interpretive skills. As a Stanley Park guides, Eco Ranger volunteers will be treating Stanley Park visitors with a more meaningful experience in the park. Volunteering for Eco Rangers is a great way to get valuable hands-on experience in our beautiful Stanley Park, learn more about nature and make new friends!

MANDATORY TRAINING SESSIONS on local natural and cultural history, as well as interpretation techniques will take place for a half day every Saturday or Sunday in June, as well a couple of weekday evening training sessions also in June . The bulk of the program will be delivered during July-August, Volunteers must commit to a minimum of 1 shifts of 3.5 hour per week, for the duration of July and August plus to the training.

Requirements:

• Must have a passion for learning
• Must love teaching, and meeting and interacting with people
• Excellent communication skills - strong English speaking and comprehension skills mandatory
• Outgoing, enthusiastic, and confident nature
• High commitment level and reliable team player
• Have a keen interest in nature and Stanley Park; you don't need to know everything, just be willing to learn
• 15 years or older

APPLICATION REGISTRATION for both positions begins February 15, 2011.

Deadline for applications: May 29, 2011.

Early application highly recommended as these positions fill up quickly!

For further information and registration, please contact Julie Sabau, Eco Ranger Coordinator, ecoranger@stanleyparkecology.ca, phone 604, 718-6522.

Volunteer Event Crew - SPES Public Programs

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Purpose:

This crew will work with the Public Programs Manager in the planning, set-up and staffing of public outreach and community events.  These are mainly weekend events with possible occasional weekdays.

1. Operations (Set-up & Takedown) - 6 positions available

   Operations Team Leaders (2 positions):

   Requirements:

   • Experienced in planning and coordinating events
   • Experienced in managing staff or volunteers in a nurturing manner
   • Have a valid driver's license and willing to drive a van (optional but a plus!)
   • Reliable, organized and attentive to detail
   • Self-directed yet able to work with the Public Programs Manager
   • Committed to professional presentation
   • Able to lift and move tables and boxes up to 25 lbs

   Operations Team Assistants (4 positions):

   Requirements:

   • Reliable, committed and willing to follow directions
   • Organized and attentive to detail
   • Flexible and enthusiastic
   • Able to lift and move tables and boxes up to 25 lbs
   • Good eye for "presentation"

2. Staffing (Information & Activity Leaders) - 6 positions available

   Staffing Team Leaders (2 positions ):

   Requirements:

   • Experienced in working with the public and dedication to professional presentation
   • Experienced in managing staff or volunteers in a nurturing manner
   • Outgoing and enthusiastic
   • Reliable, organised and attentive to detail
   • Self-directed yet able to work with the Public Programs Manager
   • Willing to commit to training sessions about SPES and minimum natural history training

   Staffing Team Assistants (4 positions)

   Requirements:

   • Outgoing and enthusiastic
   • Enjoy working with families, children and the general public
   • Reliable

Benefits:

• By helping the Public Program Events you play an important part in helping connect the community with nature
• Use your experience in event planning or set-up in beautiful Stanley Park
• Develop experience with aspects of Event Planning that interest you
• Work with a fun-loving and inspiring group of people!

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GPS/Monitoring

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Details of position:

• Join the SPES volunteer environmental monitoring team to GPS invasive species and wildlife values in Stanley Park
• Local plant knowledge required
• Prior GPS and ecological surveying experience desirable

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Ivy Team Leader

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

As the Ivy Busters program is expanding, we are looking for volunteer team leaders to help train and lead small groups during stewardship programs.

Details of position:

• Learn how to conduct site assessments, instruct and lead new volunteers on invasive species removal techniques, and monitor sites following invasive plant removal
• Commitment: 8 hours per month for events, and be available to attend 2 training sessions held on weekends

No training sessions are currently planned for team leaders.  Please check our Web site in the spring or summer for updates.

If you enjoy working with people and are interested in actively contributing to restoration efforts in the Park through invasive species removal, contact the Stewardship Coordinator at stewardship@stanleyparkecology.ca or call 604-718-6547

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GIS/Mapping

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Details of position:

• Some prior GIS and mapping experience required
• Work in the SPES Conservation office to compile and enter monitoring data for mapping ecologically important values in the Park

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School Programs Promotion Assistant

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

School is back in, and our School Programs Department will soon be busy leading field trips for elementary students in Stanley Park's forests, wetlands and beaches.  We are in need of one to two assistants who can help us with promoting our program brochure to over 600 schools in the Lower Mainland.

Duties may include:

• Contacting people at school districts to ask them for approval to distribute our brochure
• Printing mailing labels for schools
• Counting brochures and stuffing, labelling and stamping envelopes
• Tracking schools and mailing costs using our master chart
• Calling returning teachers to encourage them to book programs

Your volunteer hours will help us to connect thousands of children with nature - we couldn't do it without you!

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Volunteer Conservation Assistant

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Purpose:

The volunteer conservation assistant will be entering data from wildlife and habitat surveys into our databases - mainly inventories of plant and animal species including plant invasives, great blue heron and bald eagle nesting information, forest bird populations, and data from amphibian and habitat surveys, etc.  The volunteer will also be involved in also photo labeling and compiling Species at Risk information.

Benefits:

• Perfect for conservation, forestry or ecology student!
• Unique opportunity to learn about conservation research methodology
• Make an important contribution to the conservation of Stanley Park!

Training:

• Orientation to our office
• Basic training on our databases

Skills and Experience Required:

• Education background in conservation, forestry or ecology required
• Knowledge of databases, familiarity with Excel desirable
• Excellent organizational skills, methodical, and detail-oriented
• Able to follow instructions
• Excellent English skills
• Have a keen interest in learning about Stanley Park and nature

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Assistant to the Volunteer Coordinator

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Purpose:

The Office Assistant will work with the Volunteer Coordinator to ensure that the Volunteer program runs smoothly and effectively.

Benefits:

• After 30 hours, free Sunday Discovery Walks and a reduced membership fee
• Development of office and volunteer coordinator skills
• A beautiful place to work and a great opportunity to meet interesting people with similar interests
• An opportunity to help Stanley Park!

Training:

• Orientation to our office and to SPES Programs
• Volunteer will work under the guidance of the Volunteer Coordinator

Duties:

• Maintain accurate records using database and spreadsheet programs
• Develop training materials and programs for volunteers
• Help plan and deliver volunteer outings and recognition events
• Help to develop and maintain our Volunteer Newsletter

**Week days only except for occasional special event.  Shift times to be discussed.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Experience with Access and Excel and maintaining databases desirable
• Candidates with previous volunteer coordination experience are a definite asset
• Excellent command of English
• Reliable, with excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Outgoing, enthusiastic, energetic, and confident in working with people
• Have a keen interest in learning about Stanley Park and nature
• Must be 19 or older

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Native Plant Demonstration Garden Steward

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Purpose:

To help in the maintenance of the Stanley Park Native Plant Demonstration Garden.

Duties:

• Maintain the native plant demonstration garden (eg. weeding, mulching, watering)

Benefits:

• Learn about native plants
• Interact with people who share an interest in nature
• Develop gardening skills
• Get exercise outdoors in beautiful Stanley Park

Requirements:

• Have an interest in native plants and experience maintaining gardens
• Can work individually and within groups
• A high level of commitment
• 18 years or older

Time Commitment:

• Will vary depending on the season and stage of gardens development
• ½ hour watering plants every day (or every other day) from mid-August through to the planting day planned for sometime in September
• One full day in September during the planting celebrations
• Watering every second day or as necessary during the fall
• 2 hours per week during long-term maintenance of the garden

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Native Plant Demonstration Garden Interpreter

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Purpose:

To help in the development of an interpretive program for the Stanley Park Native Plant Demonstration Garden.

Duties:

• Develop an interpretive program for the Native Plant Demonstration Garden
• Deliver interpretive programs in the Native Plant Demonstration Garden

Benefits:

• Learn more about native plants
• Interact with people who share an interest in nature
• Develop nature interpretation and communication skills
• Get outdoors in beautiful Stanley Park

Requirements:

• Have an interest and some knowledge of native plants.  A background in biology, ecology, natural history or a related field is an asset
• Good communication skills - strong English speaking and comprehension skills are mandatory
• Ability to work independently and within groups
• A high level of commitment
• 18 years or older
• A second language, computer and desktop publishing skills are definite assets

Time Commitment:

• 5-10 hours per week during the development of an interpretive program
• 2 hours per week delivering the interpretive program to various groups and visitors

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Stanley Park Invasives Removal
Youth Team (SPIRYT)

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

The Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering an exciting opportunity for youth aged 14 - 20 to earn volunteer hours while working in teams to remove invasive plant species and learn about west coast ecology and conservation issues in beautiful Stanley Park!

Skills and Experience:

• Between the age of 14 and 20
• Are enthusiastic, reliable, and enjoy teamwork and interacting with people
• Have a strong interest in learning about ecology, conservation, and Stanley Park
• Enjoy doing physical work in the outdoors, rain or shine

Training:

Volunteer participants will have the opportunity to gain hands on experience in the following areas:

• Outdoor Safety
• Invasive Species Management
• Habitat Restoration
• Forest, Plant, and Wildlife Ecology
• Ecological Footprint and Climate Change

Benefits:

• Gain valuable professional experience in a beautiful outdoor setting
• Learn about ecology and stewardship activities undertaken by the SPES
• Make an important contribution to the restoration of Stanley Park
• Earn volunteer hours

Volunteers Required:

10

Requirements:

• When: Friday, October 9^th at 5 pm until Saturday, October 10^th at 2 pm
• Time: 21 hours (evening, overnight, and following day)
• Duration: One weekend
• Location: Stanley Park, Vancouver
• Suitable for: Youth aged 14 - 20

Contact:

Please contact Greg Ferguson, Stewardship Programs Coordinator at SPES for further information and to obtain an application form:
E-mail: stewardship@stanleyparkecology.ca,
Phone: 604-718-6547.  We thank all applicants for your interest, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Popcorn Stand Attendant

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Purpose:

To support the Stanley Park Ecology Society in operating the Popcorn Stand through the popular Halloween Ghost Train event.  Our popcorn stand is the famous Stanley Park's Cob House, built by a team of youth and community volunteers led by experienced cob builders.  Cob is a building material made of clay, sand and straw which has been used around the world to create beautiful buildings that stand the test of time and use materials that are natural and ecologically sustainable.

Details of position:

• Aid the staff person to prepare and sell delicious organic popcorn to the public
• Be friendly and outgoing to the public
• General maintenance of the popcorn stand

Benefits:

• Gain retail and food service experience and valuable volunteer hours
• Enjoy a fun and festive environment, with popcorn snacks!

Qualifications:

• Speak fluent English; outgoing; able to add, subtract and give change

Timeframe:

The Popcorn stand will be open 3:00-10:00 pm every evening from October 23-30.  Volunteers are scheduled on select dates from 5:00-9:00 each night.  Volunteers who can commit to at least two nights a week will be prioritised.

Training provided

For further information, please contact info@stanleyparkecology.ca or phone 604-257-6908.

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Graphics Designer

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Purpose:

Use your design skills to create attractive graphics for the Stanley Park Ecology Society.  These could include original illustrations and technical diagrams, brochures, posters, newsletters, etc.  All materials will be provided.
Please note: you must apply for this position with a résumé and a portfolio of your previous work.

Benefits:

• Work with a team of friendly, creative and enthusiastic individuals
• Great way to increase your portfolio
• Help a great organization help Stanley Park!

Training:

Orientation to the Stanley Park Ecology Society by the Volunteer Coordinator

Requirements:

• Illustration experience desirable
• Poster and other presentation design experience required
• Skill in Adobe suite required
• Artistic and creative interests required
• Ability be self-motivated and to work independently required
• An interest in the environment and natural history desirable
• Excellent English skills required

Application Procedure:

Please note: you must apply for this position with a résumé and a portfolio of your previous work to Koren Johnstone, Volunteer Coordinator: Email: vols@stanleyparkecology.ca; 604-681-7099.  Please put "Stewardship Programs Volunteer Assistant Application" and your name in the subject line of your email or fax.  The closing date for applications is January 15, 2010.

We thank all applicants for your interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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URBAN CAMPING ASSISTANT

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Want to make a difference? Volunteer in our popular and fun Urban Camping program, make new friends, and help connect school kids with nature in beautiful Stanley Park!

Volunteers will assist with the Urban Camping Program, which provides an opportunity for inner city grades 4-7 students and teachers to enjoy an overnight camping experience in Stanley Park. In this program, students will be engaged in environmental education and outdoor recreation activities including: forest and wetland studies, knot-tying, shelter-building, camp cooking and basic survival skills.

Duration of program: April 12 - June 29, 2011

1) Urban Camping Evening Assistant:

The volunteers will assist with the transition from the daytime to the night-time component of the program. They will help distribute gear and assist student learners.

Shifts: Tuesdays or Thursdays, 3:30-7:30 pm for the duration of the program. Volunteers are asked to commit to at least one shift per week for the duration of the program.

Benefits:

• Develop leadership skills and communication skills
• Improve your outdoor and camping knowledge base
• Explore outdoor recreation and gain valuable work experience with children
• Experience the beauty of Stanley Park first hand

Training: Full training will be provided before the first shift.

Requirements:

• Experience and confidence working with elementary school children
• Reliable, energetic, positive and fun-loving
• Outdoor camping skills and first aid qualifications are definite assets
• A respect for nature and a desire to help others
• Excellent communication skills are essential

2) Urban Camping Night Leader:

This position involves overnight camping in the park with students and teachers. Tent and sleeping bag are provided.

Shifts: 2 overnight shifts per week Tuesday/Wednesday and Thursday/Friday. (2:30pm-9:30am)

Duties:

• Help campers set up their tents
• Co-ordinate meal preparation for breakfast and dinner
• Assist with guiding students through the forest to the wetland at night
• Attend the evening night hike
• Camp under the stars in Stanley Park
• Assist with taking down tents and storing equipment
• Maintain program materials and equipment

Requirements:

• Experience teaching or leading groups of elementary children
• Experience in camping with children, outdoor education or nature interpretation
• Background in science/environmental studies, and BC forest or wetland ecology
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Willingness to work outdoors rain or shine
• Standard First Aid certification
• Criminal record check required.

Benefits:

• Develop leadership skills and communication skills
• Improve your outdoor and camping knowledge base
• Explore outdoor recreation and gain valuable work experience with children
• Experience the beauty of Stanley Park first hand

APPLICATION REGISTRATION for both positions begins February 15, 2011.

Deadline for applications for both positions: April 15, 2011.

Early application highly recommended as these positions fill up quickly!

For further information and registration, please contact Koren Johnstone, Volunteer Coordinator, email: vols@stanleyparkecology.ca

Coexisting with Coyotes Public Survey Developer

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Purpose:

To assist with developing a public survey that will gauge the attitudes of Vancouver residents regarding coyotes living in the urban environment.

Responsible To:

Co-existing with Coyotes (CwC) Outreach Coordinator

Duties:

• Familiarisation with past CwC surveys
• Perform a "needs assessment intake" with the CwC Coordinator and other CwC partners
• Draft a sample survey
• Implement feedback
• Finalise survey
• Collect and evaluate data

Requirements:

• Experience forming public surveys
• Coyote knowledge or interest in learning about coyotes
• Able to engage the public in discussions about coyotes
• Friendly and outgoing personality
• Must attend mandatory training workshop on coyote natural history and public education

Time Commitment:

Volunteers must commit for a period of 3 months for an average of 5 hours a week

Benefits:

• Helping to conserve Vancouver's urban wildlife
• Help to prevent conflict between humans and wildlife in Vancouver
• Learn more about coyote natural history

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Youth Summer Ecology Program

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Purpose:

The Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering an exciting opportunity for youth aged 14 to 20 to earn volunteer hours and work in teams to undertake conservation initiatives in Stanley Park.  Volunteers will participate in habitat restoration and enhancement activities, learn about west coast ecology and conservation issues, and develop organizational and leadership skills.

Duties:

• Work in teams to remove targeted invasive species from selected areas of Stanley Park
• Contribute to discussions and activities relating to ecology and conservation
• Educate the public about ecology and invasive species in Stanley Park
• Support fellow team members and the Stewardship Coordinator

Time Commitment:

• Volunteer opportunities available August 9 - 13, 16 - 20, 23 - 27
• Ten volunteers will participate each week
• Participants are expected to volunteer up to 5.5 hours/day totalling ~25 hours

Requirements:

• Between the age of 14 and 20
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and enjoy teamwork and interacting with people
• Have a strong interest in learning about ecology, conservation, and Stanley Park
• Enjoy doing physical work in the outdoors, rain or shine
• Able to commit to 25 hours of volunteering

Training:

Volunteer participants will have the opportunity to gain hands on experience in the following areas:

• Outdoor Safety
• Invasive Species Management
• Habitat Restoration
• Forest, Plant, and Wildlife Ecology
• Interpretation and Public Outreach
• Climate Change
• Nest Box Stewardship for Birds and Bees
• Professional Development and Networking
• Leadership, Team Work, and Organisational Skills

Benefits of Volunteering:

• Gain valuable professional experience in both outdoor and office settings
• Learn about west coast ecology, conservation issues, and stewardship activities undertaken by SPES
• Make an important contribution to the conservation and restoration of Stanley Park
• Develop organisational and leadership skills in a fun learning environment
• Earn volunteer hours
• Work in beautiful Stanley Park

Contact and Application Procedure:

Please contact Greg Ferguson, Stewardship Programs Coordinator, for further information or to obtain a program application form:
Email: stewardship@stanleyparkecology.ca
Phone: 604-718-6547

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Nature House Carpenter

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Purpose:

Are you a handy person wanting to help nature?  Consider volunteering as the Nature House Carpenter!  SPES is in need of an individual with building experience who can help with projects such as a counter for the Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon.  Other projects might include shelving, display cases and supporting structures for new exhibits, nesting boxes, etc.

Benefits:

• By helping the Nature House you play an important part in helping connect the community with nature!
• Use your experience in building projects at our interpretive centre in beautiful Stanley Park
• Work with a fun-loving and inspiring group of people

Required:

• Experienced in building and safe use of power tools
• Must have own tools and use of a workshop (although some of the building can be done at the Nature House on weekdays when it is not open).  Cost of building materials will be covered by the Nature House Manager
• Organised and attention to detail
• Able and willing to receive directions
• Self-directed yet able to work with the Public Programs Manager
• Interest in nature a definite plus

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Nest Box Program Monitors

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Position Description:

SPES is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals to assist the Stewardship Programs Coordinator and Team Leader with nest box monitoring for mason bees, swallows, and wood ducks during the spring and summer of 2011. SPES is seeking up to 20 volunteers to monitor nest boxes in Stanley Park from April to mid July.

Volunteer Time Commitment:

This volunteer position is primarily self directed with guidance provided by the program Team Leader. Nest box monitors will be required to a commit to monitor nest boxes a minimum of 1 day per week or every other week from April to mid July. Volunteering can take place at any time during daylight hours when birds are active and visible. A total of 14 nest boxes require monitoring: 11 on Lost Lagoon, 2 on Beaver Lake, and 1 at the Rose Garden. Volunteers are asked to monitor all nest boxes during each visit to Stanley Park. The duration of volunteering required for each day of monitoring all nest boxes is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. This means volunteers must be willing to commit a minimum of approximately 2 to 4 hours per week or bi-weekly. Monitoring nest boxes by bike is an option, which would lessen the duration.

Volunteer Duties:

• Learn bird and bee identification and observation skills;
• Collect field data focusing on recording activity of species at nest box sites;
• Enter field data in Excel and submit to program Team Leader on a weekly or bi-weekly basis;
• Photograph observations (note: volunteers have to supply their own camera and be willing to grant SPES permission to use photos);
• Communicate with the program Team Leader on a weekly or bi-weekly basis; and
• Possible assistance with data summary, analysis, and reporting.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Mature, reliable, good communicator, and enthusiastic;
• Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented;
• Preference for individuals with a background or interest in ecology, nature, stewardship, or conservation;
• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions;
• Willingness to learn and have fun;
• Good English; and
• Able to commit to volunteering 2 to 4 hours per week or bi-weekly and a minimum of 3 to 4 months.

A limited number of binoculars are available for volunteer use. It is preferred that volunteers have their own binoculars for this position.

Training

All necessary direction and training materials will be provided via email and on-site by the Stewardship Programs Coordinator and program Team Leader.

Benefits of Volunteering:

• Contribute to an organization dedicated to conserving Stanley Park's biodiversity;
• Volunteer in beautiful Stanley Park;
• Contribute to bee and bird species conservation with other professionals, organizations, and citizens;
• Learn about bee and bird identification, ecology, and stewardship;
• Gain skills and experience in ecological data collection;
• Earn volunteer hours for school and/or other career related pursuits;
• Receive a reference letter with a minimum contribution of 30 volunteer hours; and
• Volunteer recognition (e.g., end-of-summer party, volunteer winter party and awards).

Application Procedure

Please submit a short letter describing why you are interested in this volunteer opportunity to Greg Ferguson, Stewardship Programs Coordinator: Email: stewardship@stanleyparkecology.ca; Fax: 604-257-8378. Application deadline is March 20, 2011.

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URBAN CAMPING ASSISTANT

Status:

Program is currently inactive.

Want to make a difference? Volunteer in our popular and fun Urban Camping program, make new friends, and help connect school kids with nature in beautiful Stanley Park!

Volunteers will assist with the Urban Camping Program, which provides an opportunity for inner city grades 4-7 students and teachers to enjoy an overnight camping experience in Stanley Park. In this program, students will be engaged in environmental education and outdoor recreation activities including: forest and wetland studies, knot-tying, shelter-building, camp cooking and basic survival skills.

Duration of program: April 12 - June 29, 2011

1) Urban Camping Evening Assistant:

The volunteers will assist with the transition from the daytime to the night-time component of the program. They will help distribute gear and assist student learners.

Shifts: Tuesdays or Thursdays, 3:30-7:30 pm for the duration of the program. Volunteers are asked to commit to at least one shift per week for the duration of the program.

Benefits:

• Develop leadership skills and communication skills
• Improve your outdoor and camping knowledge base
• Explore outdoor recreation and gain valuable work experience with children
• Experience the beauty of Stanley Park first hand

Training: Full training will be provided before the first shift.

Requirements:

• Experience and confidence working with elementary school children
• Reliable, energetic, positive and fun-loving
• Outdoor camping skills and first aid qualifications are definite assets
• A respect for nature and a desire to help others
• Excellent communication skills are essential

2) Urban Camping Night Leader:

This position involves overnight camping in the park with students and teachers. Tent and sleeping bag are provided.

Shifts: 2 overnight shifts per week Tuesday/Wednesday and Thursday/Friday. (2:30pm-9:30am)

Duties:

• Help campers set up their tents
• Co-ordinate meal preparation for breakfast and dinner
• Assist with guiding students through the forest to the wetland at night
• Attend the evening night hike
• Camp under the stars in Stanley Park
• Assist with taking down tents and storing equipment
• Maintain program materials and equipment

Requirements:

• Experience teaching or leading groups of elementary children
• Experience in camping with children, outdoor education or nature interpretation
• Background in science/environmental studies, and BC forest or wetland ecology
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Willingness to work outdoors rain or shine
• Standard First Aid certification
• Criminal record check required.

Benefits:

• Develop leadership skills and communication skills
• Improve your outdoor and camping knowledge base
• Explore outdoor recreation and gain valuable work experience with children
• Experience the beauty of Stanley Park first hand

APPLICATION REGISTRATION for both positions begins February 15, 2011.

Deadline for applications for both positions: April 15, 2011.

Early application highly recommended as these positions fill up quickly!

For further information and registration, please contact Koren Johnstone, Volunteer Coordinator, email: vols@stanleyparkecology.ca

 

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