Volunteer Opportunities
EDUCATION AND OUTREACH
- Participate in local events promoting the Friends' mission.
- Network with other environmental groups. Speakers Bureau for local organizations. Develop educational programs.
MANATEE WATCH VOLUNTEER
- Provide "on the water" information to the public about the Refuge and manatees (kayak/canoe)
- Flexible schedule during Manatee season.
FRIENDS GIFT SHOP/FRONT DESK
- Greet, assist and educate public/visitors about the Refuge and ecotourism opportunities.
- Assist with Friends’ Gift Shop sales.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
- Oversee financial management of Friends.
- Plan and implement fund-raising events.
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GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
- Assist the Board of Directors in dealing with governmental issues impacting the Refuge.
- Communicate the Board's views to elected officials, local state and national
- Propose communications to the local media regarding environmental issues.
- Grant Writing to benefit the Friends’ mission
PUBLIC RELATIONS
- Friends Ambassador to the community
- Prepare and distribute newsletter and bulletins.
- Communicate Public Service Announcements and articles to the media
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
- Participate in local events and other opportunities to recruit members.
- Maintain database information and process renewal correspondence.
- Propose new member activities and benefits for membership interest and retention.
SPECIAL PROJECTS
- Assist Board with special projects as needed including funding, etc.
- Projects (i,e.) Chassahowitzka Salt Marsh Trails. Dog Island Maintenance, Three Sisters Springs Project.
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Start Volunteering:
Download our application, print and fill it out. Then mail the application to us:
Friends of Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Complex, Inc.
1502 SE Kings Bay Dr.
Crystal River, FL 34429
You may also volunteer for the Crystal River NWR Complex directly. Find out more about these opportunies
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