GET INVOLVED: Careers & Volunteer Opportunities
GET INVOLVED: Careers & Volunteer Opportunities
Career opportunities at Woodstock Land Conservancy:
We currently do not have any paid position openings at this time.
OCTOBER & NOVEMBER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Israel Wittman Sanctuary (IWS) is now more than 200 acres, thanks to our most recent land acquisition, so we need more volunteers help us steward it. We have two special projects at our largest preserve that need many hands. We'd like to have yours at one or more of these outings.
Scarecrow Fest
We need volunteers to help us set up, tear down and work at various arts and crafts areas during the festival. We are requesting interested individuals work two-hour shifts, so everyone can also enjoy the festival. For more information, please email us at info@woodstocklandconservancy.org.
Old Structure Safety Measures
Thursday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
We will be meeting at the IWS parking lot at 10 a.m. to walk about a half-mile -- part on a trail and part off the trail -- to install a protective grate. If you feel comfortable walking over uneven ground while holding approximately 20 pounds and being able to move rocks, we need your help. We hope to have enough helpers so we can take turns (and plenty of stops to rest). Please wear long pants and hiking shoes and bring gloves, tick protection and water. You'll be one of the first to see part of our new land.
Barberry Removal
Thursday, Oct. 29, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 7, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
We work diligently throughout the year to remove invasive plant species from the preserve. Barberry removal is next on our list. WLC staff members will provide training for proper removal techniques. The work will include pulling and cutting shrubs. WLC will supply tools. Please RSVP so we know how many tools are needed. Be sure to wear long pants and hiking shoes and bring heavy gloves, tick protection and water. We are happy to have you participate during one or both of the Thursdays. We will be meeting each morning in the IWS parking lot.
We are requiring volunteers to RSVP, so we can get an accurate count and contact you in case of a weather cancellation. RSVP at info@woodstocklandconservancy.org.
Woodstock Land Conservancy welcomes volunteers offering their time and expertise. Here are a few areas where help is needed and greatly appreciated:
Stewardship and Land Protection
• Easement Monitoring
• Trails and Kiosks: maintenance, assist in build-out of new trails
• Maintain Zena Cornfield “Trees for Tribs” project
Fundraising and Community Development
• Assistance with special events, such as Vernal Fling and Scarecrow Fest
• Hosting an Event
• Photography / Videography / Film Editing / Graphic Design
• Tabling in the community at a farmer's market, library fair, outdoor expo, etc.
• Grant writing
Programs
• Leading a hike
• Sharing an area of expertise at an event
Administrative Assistance
• Participation in mailings
• Assist Executive Director with numerous administrative tasks
Activism
• Organize grassroots networking for special issues
• Participation in mailings, phone calling, other outreach
• Attend Planning Board and other public meetings on WLC’s behalf