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VOLUNTEER EVENTS
9 EVENTS: Friday-May 01, 2009--Sunday-May 31, 2009
| Event Title |
Take Pride In America |
| Contact: |
Bruce Whittredge bwhittredge@fs.fed.us 812-276-4776 |
| Sponsor: |
Various |
| Location: |
Bedfrord, IN 47421 |
| Where to Meet: |
Hardin Ridge Recreation Area |
| Start/End Dates: |
5/2/2009--5/2/2009 |
| Start/End Times: |
09:00 AM--05:00 PM |
| Description: |
Our 23rd Annual Take Pride In America is a celebration to increase public awareness of their National Forest and allow people the opportunity to contribute and care for their public lands. We offer several different projects for all ages and groups. One night of free camping, cookout, certifiate, and T-Shirt for all participants. |
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| Event Title |
Take Pride in America |
| Contact: |
Yvette Rollins hoosierhorsemen@yahoo.com 812-797-4540 |
| Sponsor: |
Various |
| Location: |
IN, IN 47421 |
| Where to Meet: |
Blackwell Horsemen's Campground |
| Start/End Dates: |
5/2/2009--5/2/2009 |
| Start/End Times: |
09:00 AM--05:00 PM |
| Description: |
We will be working on projects in the Deam Wilderness area of the Hoosier National Forest. Bring gloves, good solid boots for walking, your lunch, and water. We will provide the tools. |
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| Event Title |
River Side Clean Up |
| Contact: |
Jay Tallmon Jay.Tallmon@gmail.com 402-825-3982 |
| Sponsor: |
Various |
| Location: |
NE, NE 68321 |
| Where to Meet: |
Rec Area Parking Area |
| Start/End Dates: |
5/2/2009--5/2/2009 |
| Start/End Times: |
09:00 AM--05:00 PM |
| Description: |
General Clean Up, Tree limbs and brush removal, Garbage removal, General landscaping, Painting and repair of picnic tables and restrooms. Gloves and durable clothing. Food will be provided, Please bring your own water. Physical activity level will be on the high side. 25 to 50 people or more. Visit www.brownville-ne.com details will be posted soon as possible |
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| Event Title |
CLEAN AND GREEN TEAM EVENT |
| Contact: |
Shannon Quigley volunteer@sandiegoriver.org (619) 297-7380 |
| Sponsor: |
Various |
| Location: |
Santee, CA 92108 |
| Where to Meet: |
Contact the River Park for directions |
| Start/End Dates: |
5/9/2009--5/9/2009 |
| Start/End Times: |
09:00 AM--12:00 PM |
| Description: |
Activities: Picking up trash along the San Diego River Age Restrictions: All ages welcome Level of Physical Activity: Moderate to strenuous (lots of walking around and heavy lifting) Clothing: wear clothes that you don't mind getting messy Food Provided: yes Number of People Needed: around 50 Web link: www.sandiegoriver.org |
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| Event Title |
National Parks America Tour |
| Contact: |
Elizabeth McGough Elizabeth.McGough@clearseascommunications.com 842-795-9292 |
| Sponsor: |
Various |
| Location: |
New York, NY 10004 |
| Where to Meet: |
Battery Park and Liberty State Park |
| Start/End Dates: |
5/16/2009--5/16/2009 |
| Start/End Times: |
08:00 AM--12:30 PM |
| Description: |
Statue of Liberty National Monument – Ellis Island More than 500 people are expected to volunteer as Statue of Liberty National Monument – Ellis Island hosts the National Parks America Tour event on May 16, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Volunteers will meet at Battery Park and Liberty State Park and take ferries to Ellis Island. A special sail time for ferries is to be determined. Volunteer projects include polishing the Wall of Honor, retiring American flags, sidewalk polishing on Liberty Island, as well as raking and grounds work. For more information and to register call Elizabeth McGough, 843-795-9292 and visit www.nationalparksamerica.com. |
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| Event Title |
Good Sam Clean-Up |
| Contact: |
Karlene Garzone karlenegarzone@yahoo.com 301-788-4587 |
| Sponsor: |
Various |
| Location: |
MD, MD 21703 |
| Where to Meet: |
Bell Tower |
| Start/End Dates: |
5/17/2009--5/17/2009 |
| Start/End Times: |
01:00 PM--03:00 PM |
| Description: |
Park trash cleanup Bags and gloves provided Water and ice provided The more the merrier, all ages welcome! |
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| Event Title |
CLEAN AND GREEN TEAM EVENT |
| Contact: |
Shannon Quigley volunteer@sandiegoriver.org (619) 297-7380 |
| Sponsor: |
Various |
| Location: |
Santee, CA 92111 |
| Where to Meet: |
Contact the River Park for directions |
| Start/End Dates: |
5/23/2009--5/23/2009 |
| Start/End Times: |
09:00 AM--12:00 PM |
| Description: |
The San Diego River is one of the most historic rivers in the country. The River Park Foundation strives to preserve this historic river. While it is a very beautiful river as it is right now, it never hurts to make it more beautiful. That’s where we step in. |
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| Event Title |
Visitor Center Host |
| Contact: |
Joyce M McDonald joyce.m.mcdonald@usace.army.mil (509) 543-6066 |
| Sponsor: |
Various |
| Location: |
Burbank, WA 99323 |
| Where to Meet: |
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| Start/End Dates: |
5/25/2009--9/7/2008 |
| Start/End Times: |
09:00 AM--09:00 AM |
| Description: |
Two couples are needed Memorial Day weekend 2008 through Labor Day weekend to work at Ice Harbor Dam Visitor Center. The volunteers will provide information and courtesy services to visitors, stock and inventory brochures, give informal tours, and assist Rangers with special events. A qualified couple would be energetic, have good communication and organization skills, enjoy assisting and visiting with people. A free full-hook up RV site with 30 amp service at Charbonneau Campground will be provided to each couple during their work period. Volunteer uniforms consisting of shirts or vests, baseball caps, and a name tag will also be provided. |
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| Event Title |
Ponderosa Takes Pride in Post Falls |
| Contact: |
Tammy Delbridge tdelbrid@sd273.com (208)773-1508 |
| Sponsor: |
Various |
| Location: |
ID, ID 83854 |
| Where to Meet: |
Ponderosa Elementary School |
| Start/End Dates: |
5/27/2009--5/27/2009 |
| Start/End Times: |
09:00 AM--05:00 PM |
| Description: |
Over one hundred Ponderosa Elementary fifth graders will be cleaning up the grounds of both Ponderosa Elementary and the Kiwanis Park. Activities will include raking, weeding, and general grounds clean up. Jeans, closed toed shoes, and gloves recommended. |
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