NRCS Wisconsin Earth Team Volunteer Program
The job of conserving natural resources cannot be done by government alone. The collective talents and energies of private individuals and groups are needed. Since 1981, the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has provided an opportunity for volunteers to use their talents and abilities on behalf of conservation. these volunteers are known as the Earth Team. NRCS is proud of the dedicated Earth Team volunteers and staff who have committed their time and talents to conserving and protecting our natural resources.
Why be a Volunteer? You Can Make A Difference!
As a member, you could gain professional experience, discover a lifetime career, receive training, earn academic credit, work on conservation activities in your community, and help conserve natural resources for future generations. Earth Team Volunteers have one thing in common: they want to help protect the natural resources in their communities. Anyone who is 14 years of age or older can volunteer. Help reduce soil erosion, conserve our water and improve its quality, carry the conservation message to schools, and take pride in our country's natural resource heritage. Whatever your talents or interests, there is a volunteer opportunity for you. You will help your community, your country and our Earth.
Other reasons people volunteer include:
- to enjoy working outdoors
- to help others
- to learn a new skill
- to pursue an interest in natural resources
- to gain work experience
- to complete a school project
- to meet high school community service requirements
- to enhance college applications and scholarship applications with volunteer service
Wisconsin Earth Team Contacts
Contact the Earth Team Coordinator in your area below to inquire about opportunities in Wisconsin. Also, you may use our Service Center map to locate and contact NRCS staff in your county to learn about local volunteer opportunities.
| Name |
Phone/Email |
Tivoli Gough, State Volunteer Coordinator
Madison State Office Coordinator |
Email: tivoli.gough@wi.usda.gov
Phone: 608.662.4422 |
Heather Gilbertson, Area 1 Volunteer Coordinator
|
Email: heather.gilbertson@wi.usda.gov
Phone: 715.832.6547 |
Deb Potts, Area 2 Volunteer Coordinator
|
Email: debra.potts@wi.usda.gov
Phone: 920.733.1575 |
Vacant, Area 3 Volunteer Coordinator
(Tivoli Gough acting) |
Email:
Phone: |
Kim Cupery, Area 4 Volunteer Coordinator
|
Email: kim.cupery@wi.usda.gov
Phone: 920.386.9999 |
Earth Team Forms
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For more Earth Team Information
Still need to know more? call 1-888-LANDCARE. Let a friend know!
Contact the National Earth Team Office
Michele Brown, National Volunteer Coordinator, (888) 526.3227 ext. 102
Bonnie Allely, National Volunteer Liaison, (888) 526.3227 ext. 105
National Earth Team Volunteer Website
