Special Events
Help our large events succeed! Join us for Pumpkin Night in the Park (October), and other large-scale events. Take tickets, greet visitors, light candles--your help is always needed!
Invasive Species Control
Pesky plants sometimes grow outside at the Nature Center and need to be removed. Common species removed are buckthorn and garlic mustard. We provide gloves and a basic lesson in what to pull. Great for one-time group events.
Grounds Maintenance
Our trails and outdoor areas need upkeep. We need help with tasks like wood chipping trails, removing brush, and litter pick-up throughout the year.
Trail Steward
Do your part to keep Springbrook Nature Center’s trials in good condition! Duties include walking trails to identify repair needs or hazards, picking up litter or trash, and aiding visitors by answering basic questions about SNC.
Education Program Support
Education Program Support volunteers help naturalist staff with child/student engagement during educational programs. As a volunteer of this type, you can expect to interact with students/children, adults, and other staff.
Group Opportunities
One-time opportunities available for groups of 10 or more. Projects include: Habitat restoration, planting native species, planting gardens, removal of invasive species, mulching, brush hauling, litter removal, and other special projects in natural areas.
Junior Leader
We need high school helpers to join our summer camp crew. Duties include assisting summer camp leaders with camp set up and classroom management. Additional training for animal handling is optional.
Reception Desk Hosts
Be the first, friendly face for our SNC visitors. Answer phones and questions, and assist with special projects. Additional training for computer-based projects and room set up and tear down is optional.
Animal Care
Help us take care of our animals and educate others about the species they represent! Basic duties include exhibit cleaning, animal enrichment, and maintaining the outdoor feeders. Additional, optional training includes animal handling and feeding.