Welcome, Future Nature Center Volunteer!
Volunteers are the backbone of our organization and allow us to run as smoothly and as long as we have- 50 years strong!
Join us on the first Saturday of the month (see details below) to volunteer outside on the grounds as a one-time commitment, or attend as many months as you’d like. Adults (18+) can apply to be a comms docent below, if interested and available.
Animal Husbandry Volunteers
Interested in volunteering at the Nature Center at Greenburgh? We are currently not accepting any new animal husbandry volunteers. Please check this page periodically for updates or reach out to volunteer@naturecentergb.org with any questions.
Space is limited. Volunteers must be at least 14 years of age.
Communication Docents
Do you have a knack for talking with people? Want to help build connections while educating guests about the Nature Center at Greenburgh? Then, this is the perfect opportunity for you – apply to become one of our communication docents today!
Comms docents (18+) greet and direct guests, participate in outreach, and assist with community events. Volunteer hours are available Friday through Sunday, 10am-12pm or 1-4pm. Training must be completed with the Membership Coordinator before starting. Get involved, soak up the preserve’s soothing landscape, and connect with your community!
Docents must be age 18 or older. A background check is required (email will be sent from Nunataks). Apply here. *
*Please Note: Your application will be reviewed and you will receive an email about whether or not you have been accepted. If approved, you will also receive information on next steps, including how to schedule training.
Volunteer Saturdays – Need volunteer hours?
Help us maintain our preserve and gain community service hours. Please join us on the first Saturday of the month from 10:00am-2:00pm. Tasks include removal of invasive plants, trail maintenance, planting, clean-up, etc. Work is outdoors and may include carrying, pulling, and bending. Participants must be 10 years or older, and volunteers under 14 will need a parent or guardian to attend and supervise. To RSVP, please email: conservation@naturecentergb.org
High School Internships:
High schoolers interested in applying for an internship for their school should send a resume, cover letter, and any additional information about their high school program directly to volunteer@naturecentergb.org
*INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED FOR 2025
What does a Nature Center Volunteer do?
Volunteers are at the core of the Nature Center’s community. They have helped us to inspire curiosity, respect, and action for our local environment and the larger natural world. We offer volunteer opportunities for dedicated adults, high school and college students, school and outside clubs, and community groups to assist with a wide range of activities throughout the year. These include: animal husbandry; recycling and composting; assistance at weekend and community events; special projects; and more.