VOLUNTEERS IMPROVING PARKS Project Announcement ONGOING PROJECT Name of Project: Friends of the Anne Kolb Nature Center Media Volunteer Volunteer Coordinator: Joanne Howes Secondary Volunteer Contact: Mike Moxley Volunteer Position Park Description of work involved Hours volunteers can work Level of difficulty 1=easy 5=physically demanding Skills required Shady or full sun area Access to restroom facilities How many volunteers are needed for this project? Individuals Small Group-up to 30 Large Group-over 30 How often do volunteers need to work on site? Tools and equipment provided Tools volunteers can bring if desired Personal items to bring Personal Protective Equipment will be provided as needed Project Start Date Project Completion Deadline Duration of program Volunteer Application Deadline Phone: 954-357-5174 Phone: 954-357-5172 Friends Group Media Volunteer Anne Kolb Nature Center 751 Sheridan St. Hollywood, FL 33019 954-357-5174 jhowes@broward.org Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Assist with Friends social media promotion (Website, Twitter, blogging, etc.); newsletter articles, nature photography. Varied hours. 1=easy Computer, social networking, photography skills. Indoor/outdoor. Restroom facilities within walking distance. 1-2 media volunteers; additional photography and newsletter reporter volunteers as needed. Volunteers should plan to meet at the center at least two times per month. Other work can be submitted via e-mail. Friends’ netbook available for use on site as needed. Outdoor photography – sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, closed-toe shoes, gloves, water and/or snack, cell phone. Start date-December 2011. Ongoing. Ongoing. Ongoing volunteers need to fill out the Volunteer Application, which includes the background check. One-time volunteers should Orientation/Training Restrictions Extra comments STATUS Submitted 12/10/11 Edited 12/12/11 MM complete the Workday Volunteer Application. Volunteers must attend an initial meeting with staff and Friends group. Media materials must be sent to volunteer coordinator or Friends secretary before use. Utilize your social media skills (Website, Twitter, etc.) to promote the Friends of the Anne Kolb Nature Center volunteer group. Share your love of nature through the written word or with your photos of nature. Active.