Volunteer: Brandywine Zoo Litter Getters!Become a Litter Getter with the Brandywine Zoo to protect our environment! This year, we've expanded our litter cleanups to monthly! At each Litter Getter cleanup, volunteers and zoo staff will collect and properly dispose of trash around the zoo, throughout Brandywine Park and along the streets of Wilmington. Litter has several negative impacts on the environment, including contributing to land and water toxicity, harming wildlife, and taking decades or centuries to break down, adding long-lasting microplastics to our natural environment. By joining us in cleaning up litter, you'll not only make your Delaware State Parks prettier, but also reduce these negative impacts! Tools and gloves are welcome, but not required! We will provide all tools, gloves and trash bags. Please wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothing that can get dirty. Volunteers are encouraged to bring sunscreen and a reusable bottle of water. Parking: Free in the Brandywine Zoo/Brandywine River Parking Lot Follow directions to 200 N Park Dr, Wilmington, DE 19802Meeting Place: Brandywine Zoo Education Building on N. Van Buren Street The building is across from the zoo's entrance on N. Van Buren Street.Registration: Registration is encouraged so we can ensure there are enough supplies and tools for all volunteers, but not required. To RSVP or ask questions, please respond to this opportunity or email the manager of volunteers at luvina.cooley@delaware.gov. Questions can also be directed to CommunityEngagement@BrandywineZoo.org. Interested volunteers may respond to this opportunity as individuals or as a team. Team registrants will enter how many people are part of their team. Children are welcome, but all volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. After you're done cleaning up litter, come visit the Brandywine Zoo and learn about our animals and conservation efforts! Program: Brandywine Zoo Become a Litter Getter with the Brandywine Zoo to protect our environment! This year, we've expanded our litter cleanups to monthly! At each Litter Getter cleanup, volunteers and zoo staff will collect and properly dispose of trash around the zoo, throughout Brandywine Park and along the streets of Wilmington. Litter has several negative impacts on the environment, including contributing to land and water toxicity, harming wildlife, and taking decades or centuries to break down, adding long-lasting microplastics to our natural environment. By joining us in cleaning up litter, you'll not only make your Delaware State Parks prettier, but also reduce these negative impacts! Tools and gloves are welcome, but not required! We will provide all tools, gloves and trash bags. Please wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothing that can get dirty. Volunteers are encouraged to bring sunscreen and a reusable bottle of water. Parking: Free in the Brandywine Zoo/Brandywine River Parking Lot Follow directions to 200 N Park Dr, Wilmington, DE 19802Meeting Place: Brandywine Zoo Education Building on N. Van Buren Street The building is across from the zoo's entrance on N. Van Buren Street.Registration: Registration is encouraged so we can ensure there are enough supplies and tools for all volunteers, but not required. To RSVP or ask questions, please respond to this opportunity or email the manager of volunteers at luvina.cooley@delaware.gov. Questions can also be directed to CommunityEngagement@BrandywineZoo.org. Interested volunteers may respond to this opportunity as individuals or as a team. Team registrants will enter how many people are part of their team. Children are welcome, but all volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. After you're done cleaning up litter, come visit the Brandywine Zoo and learn about our animals and conservation efforts! Program: Brandywine Zoo Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: UD Master Naturalist - LOP SiteFor registered UD Master Naturalist participants only. For info on this program:https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/canr/cooperative-extension/environmental-stewardship/master-naturalist/ NEXT STEP: 1. Review information below. 2. To be considered please click on RESPOND bottom at top right and follow instructions.
Volunteer Service Activities for Delaware State Parks for your Master Naturalist Service: Available for year one candidates or continuing service. Activities are as varied as your interests that mesh with the park’s needs and may include: Install or maintain pollinator or rain gardens Engage in invasive plant removal, native plant installation or tree plantings Develop and implement projects to benefit certain plant or animal species such as orchids, birds, reptiles, bats Plan and lead educational or experiential public programming in coordination with Nature Centers and park interpretive programs such as wildflower or bird walks Participate in organizing multi-park projects such as Coastal Cleanup or Creekfest Conduct special projects such as research initiatives, water resource protection, or other projects that fit the park’s needs and your interests.
About Delaware State Parks: Our state parks provide forest, meadow, wetland and seashore habitat for wildlife plus trails, beaches, ponds and recreational facilities for visitors to enjoy nature and the outdoors. Our state parks mission is to provide Delaware's residents and visitors with safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities and open spaces, responsible stewardship of the lands and the cultural and natural resources that we have been entrusted to protect and manage, and resource-based interpretive and educational services. Master Naturalists are currently working to install pollinator gardens, to restore natural areas and to lead themed educational hikes for the public. Please join us and bring your interests and expertise to our state parks. Program: Brandywine Zoo For registered UD Master Naturalist participants only. For info on this program:https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/canr/cooperative-extension/environmental-stewardship/master-naturalist/ NEXT STEP: 1. Review information below. 2. To be considered please click on RESPOND bottom at top right and follow instructions.
Volunteer Service Activities for Delaware State Parks for your Master Naturalist Service: Available for year one candidates or continuing service. Activities are as varied as your interests that mesh with the park’s needs and may include: Install or maintain pollinator or rain gardens Engage in invasive plant removal, native plant installation or tree plantings Develop and implement projects to benefit certain plant or animal species such as orchids, birds, reptiles, bats Plan and lead educational or experiential public programming in coordination with Nature Centers and park interpretive programs such as wildflower or bird walks Participate in organizing multi-park projects such as Coastal Cleanup or Creekfest Conduct special projects such as research initiatives, water resource protection, or other projects that fit the park’s needs and your interests.
About Delaware State Parks: Our state parks provide forest, meadow, wetland and seashore habitat for wildlife plus trails, beaches, ponds and recreational facilities for visitors to enjoy nature and the outdoors. Our state parks mission is to provide Delaware's residents and visitors with safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities and open spaces, responsible stewardship of the lands and the cultural and natural resources that we have been entrusted to protect and manage, and resource-based interpretive and educational services. Master Naturalists are currently working to install pollinator gardens, to restore natural areas and to lead themed educational hikes for the public. Please join us and bring your interests and expertise to our state parks. Program: Brandywine Zoo Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19711 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Jungle at the Zoo Weeding and Group Service ProjectsThe Brandywine Zoo is looking for volunteer groups (ages 14+) with 15 or less participants to help us wrangle our jungle of weeds or schedule a service project for their teams, classes, and more! A group service project is a great way to provide your organization with an opportunity: To give back to the community or to learn about the value of service.To promote team building or collaboration.To embrace a new challenge together or to step outside a comfort zone in a safe, fun social setting.To learn about Delaware State Parks operations and to see the impact of the group's service.To take a break from the office, warehouse, classroom, etc., and enjoy the great outdoors.To accumulate service hours collectively.The types of service projects available to groups are based on seasonal needs at the Brandywine Zoo, progress of the zoo's improvement projects, and other factors. Service projects for school groups may prioritize educational value and are intended to be age-appropriate. Coordinators for group service projects may RESPOND AS TEAM to this opportunity and ask about scheduling a date and time that is compatible with the group's schedule. Please give us a minimum of one month to plan a project, so we can ensure there is work available to be done. Note: If you respond to this opportunity, you will be added to a list of interested volunteers and contacted when a project is available and can be scheduled.
Program: Brandywine Zoo The Brandywine Zoo is looking for volunteer groups (ages 14+) with 15 or less participants to help us wrangle our jungle of weeds or schedule a service project for their teams, classes, and more! A group service project is a great way to provide your organization with an opportunity: To give back to the community or to learn about the value of service.To promote team building or collaboration.To embrace a new challenge together or to step outside a comfort zone in a safe, fun social setting.To learn about Delaware State Parks operations and to see the impact of the group's service.To take a break from the office, warehouse, classroom, etc., and enjoy the great outdoors.To accumulate service hours collectively.The types of service projects available to groups are based on seasonal needs at the Brandywine Zoo, progress of the zoo's improvement projects, and other factors. Service projects for school groups may prioritize educational value and are intended to be age-appropriate. Coordinators for group service projects may RESPOND AS TEAM to this opportunity and ask about scheduling a date and time that is compatible with the group's schedule. Please give us a minimum of one month to plan a project, so we can ensure there is work available to be done. Note: If you respond to this opportunity, you will be added to a list of interested volunteers and contacted when a project is available and can be scheduled.
Program: Brandywine Zoo Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: Teams only |
Volunteer: Individual Volunteer OpportunitiesDo you want to get involved with the Brandywine Zoo, but you don't see an opportunity that aligns with your interests? Let's connect! We may have individual opportunities for volunteers outside of our programs and events, which range from stand-alone conservation efforts to animal observation or gardening. Interested volunteers can respond to this opportunity or email the Manager of Volunteers, Luvina, to learn more about our current needs. Luvina will reach out to learn about your interests, as well as highlight any upcoming needs we may have. Note: At this time, it is against zoo policy to allow volunteers to work with our animals. This is for both your safety and the safety of our animals. Program: Brandywine Zoo Do you want to get involved with the Brandywine Zoo, but you don't see an opportunity that aligns with your interests? Let's connect! We may have individual opportunities for volunteers outside of our programs and events, which range from stand-alone conservation efforts to animal observation or gardening. Interested volunteers can respond to this opportunity or email the Manager of Volunteers, Luvina, to learn more about our current needs. Luvina will reach out to learn about your interests, as well as highlight any upcoming needs we may have. Note: At this time, it is against zoo policy to allow volunteers to work with our animals. This is for both your safety and the safety of our animals. Program: Brandywine Zoo Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Brandywine Zoo Event VolunteersThe Brandywine Zoo welcomes individuals to assist us with special events throughout the year! Events may include Boo at the Zoo, Sip and Strolls, and more! Some tasks you might be assigned to do: Serving alcoholChecking ID'sHanding out cupsSetting up and breaking down things like tables, chairs, and tentsHanging decorations and signageHanding out candyOther tasks as assignedPlease respond to this opportunity individually or as a small group. Please be aware, most events only require 2-6 volunteers, so spots are limited. Interested volunteers will receive reoccurring emails from the Manager of Volunteers about upcoming events and opportunities. If you're interested in a specific opportunity, please indicate the event in the notes. ABC Server Certification not required but highly recommended. Unfortunately, it is against our policy to allow volunteers to work with our animals at this time. This is both for the safety of our volunteers and our animals. Program: Brandywine Zoo The Brandywine Zoo welcomes individuals to assist us with special events throughout the year! Events may include Boo at the Zoo, Sip and Strolls, and more! Some tasks you might be assigned to do: Serving alcoholChecking ID'sHanding out cupsSetting up and breaking down things like tables, chairs, and tentsHanging decorations and signageHanding out candyOther tasks as assignedPlease respond to this opportunity individually or as a small group. Please be aware, most events only require 2-6 volunteers, so spots are limited. Interested volunteers will receive reoccurring emails from the Manager of Volunteers about upcoming events and opportunities. If you're interested in a specific opportunity, please indicate the event in the notes. ABC Server Certification not required but highly recommended. Unfortunately, it is against our policy to allow volunteers to work with our animals at this time. This is both for the safety of our volunteers and our animals. Program: Brandywine Zoo Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: Yes |