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Volunteering at DeSoto What Do Volunteers Do? Volunteers do many different things around the refuge...
From helping preserve artifacts from the Bertrand, taking care of bird specimens, helping maintain trails, checking nest boxes, assisting with bird counts, working with school groups, and many, many other activities. How Much Time Do I Need to Spend? During 2002 volunteers logged 5,965 hrs. In 2003 they logged 5,810 hrs and 5,955 hrs in 2004! You can spend as much time as you wish - help on a single project or on many different projects, it's up to you. This year, Gary Caldwell (far right in picture below) was awarded a pin for 10,000 hours of volunteer work for his efforts at helping maintain the five nature trails! Volunteer of the Year - Some volunteers who have shown particular dedication to helping with various projects around the refuge are recognized for their contribution to the refuge. Here is a list of volunteers who have been recognized the past 6 years. 2005 - Mary Klimek
How Do I Become a Volunteer? Become a DeSoto volunteer by completing an application and agreement. For minors, a parental consent form is required. Open and print the application, fill in your information and mail it or drop it off at the Visitor Center. Volunteer Application / Volunteer Agreement / Parental Consent Form Volunteer Work Days Please join DeSoto NWR staff, Friends, and volunteers for upcoming workdays to promote the restoration and beauty of native habitat at DeSoto NWR! Only YOU can help support the protection, conservation, and enhancement of biological and historical resources found at DeSoto NWR! Many projects are planned for the year and all that is required is an interest, dedication, and willingness to make a difference. Whether its wildlife related activities, environmental education, or biological and scientific opportunities, YOU make the difference! Click here for a description of the next Work Day activity
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Last updated:
July 9, 2008
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