Volunteer

Join our Volunteer Team!

Do you have a passion for nature, science, art, or forestry? Do you enjoy working with a team of ecologically minded people? We are seeking volunteers to help with our many initiatives at Wildwood Ecoforest.

Wildwood Volunteer Position Openings:

Wildwood Ambassador:

Lead our monthly tours! The Wildwood Ambassador will spend time getting to know the history of Wildwood, Merv Wilkinson, and ecoforestry and share their newfound knowledge with tour registrants. The Ambassador will also do independent research on relevant special topics to add to each distinct tour - think wildflowers in the springtime, and cold-weather adaptations in the winter. A great opportunity for university students!

See the full description here!

Volunteer Coordinator:

Coordinate volunteers, scheduling and supervising events and organizing activities. Must be able to be on site supervising tasks.

Volunteer Nature Guide:

Become a Wildwood Volunteer Nature Guide! Assist with school groups (K-12) when they visit Wildwood, leading students on nature programs. Join a passionate, nature focused group, helping to share the natural world with the next generation! Volunteers will gain experience working with students (K-12) and inspiring connections to nature. Additional training is provided. Criminal record check required.

Events:

Take part in executing the special events held at Wildwood by assisting as event organizer, parking attendant, directing/greeting etc. 

Skilled & general labour:

Assist with building and construction projects (solar, electrical, plumbing, carpentry etc.)

Trails:

Walk the trails reporting hazards, remove invasive species and pick up trash. 

Garden/Orchard:

Take care of the garden and orchard at the Homestead. 

Food prep/service:

Must have foodsafe and/or serving it right. Assist in serving food and drinks at events/fundraisers. 

Content Creator (website/social media):

Operate our website!

Creative Writer:

Write for our Blog