© 2020 The Trustees of Reservations -- The Trustees is a 501c3 nonprofit organization -- Est. 1891
Volunteer Information | Volunteer@TheTrustees.org
Opportunity Details
Fall Farm Festival - Weir River Farm
Opportunity Overview:
Join us for the Weir River Farm Fall Festival, scheduled for October 7, 2023! The Fall Festival is a joyous event, filled with activities including visits with our animals, live music, kids’ activities, food, and fun for adults and kids of all ages! Come celebrate harvest season at the farm, make some new friends and enjoy the day!
A number of different volunteer positions are available, with shifts either 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Volunteer positions include:
Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to the following):
October 7, 2023. Shifts available from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and/or 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Covid-19 Volunteer Safety:
The health and safety of Trustees’ volunteers, staff and visitors is our top priority.
What's in our nature? Resiliency. Community. Discovery. Creativity.
Join The Trustees as a volunteer to help protect and take care of the Commonwealth’s greatest treasures and to make nature and the outdoors accessible for all, forever.
For more information
Contact the Volunteer Services Team at volunteer@thetrustees.org
To explore other volunteer opportunities, visit our volunteer page at http://volunteer.thetrustees.org/
More about The Trustees
Founded by landscape architect Charles Eliot in 1891, The Trustees has, for more than 125 years, been a catalyst for important ideas, endeavors, and progress in Massachusetts. As a steward of distinctive and dynamic places of both historic and cultural value, The Trustees is the nation’s first preservation and conservation organization, and its landscapes and landmarks continue to inspire discussion, innovation, and action today as they did in the past. We are a nonprofit, supported by members, friends and donors and our 116 sites are destinations for residents, members, and visitors alike, welcoming millions of guests annually. www.thetrustees.org.
Inclusive Spaces for All
We are committed to providing a welcoming environment for all. Together, alongside our partners and volunteers we are creating inclusive spaces of community for people of all backgrounds to enjoy and preserving these open spaces for everyone, forever. We are committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and experience.
The Trustees is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, military service, application for military service, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Trustees makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Join us for the Weir River Farm Fall Festival, scheduled for October 7, 2023! The Fall Festival is a joyous event, filled with activities including visits with our animals, live music, kids’ activities, food, and fun for adults and kids of all ages! Come celebrate harvest season at the farm, make some new friends and enjoy the day!
A number of different volunteer positions are available, with shifts either 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Volunteer positions include:
- Greeters
- Admission Assistants
- Membership/Program/InfoTable
- Sustainability Managers
- Floaters
- Kids Craft Table Assistants
- Kids’ Game Assistants
- Parking
Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to the following):
- Welcome visitors, checking in guests, and helping answer questions
- Provide information about The Trustees, including benefits of membership
- Manage some event tasks independently
- Assist the Engagement Manager
- Assist with set up and clean up, including the ability to lift tables and chairs
- Communicate effectively with staff and other volunteers
- Assist with parking and wayfinding
- Observance of Trustees safety and COVID protocols
- Sign up for your availability/shift
- Have reliable transportation to the Farm
- Some experience working on events (with adults or children) desired, but not required
- Excellent customer service and communications skills
- Friendly and outgoing personality
- Interest in community engagement
- Some knowledge about the property and the Trustees desired, but not required
- Able to handle basic physical tasks (lift small objects, walk short distances) during events
- Good work ethic and reliable
- Ability to walk on a variety of surfaces: grass, pavement, uneven surfaces
- A willingness to be flexible regarding assigned roles
- Minimum Age: 14 years old with adult supervision
- Please note: A background check is required for this role
October 7, 2023. Shifts available from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and/or 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Covid-19 Volunteer Safety:
The health and safety of Trustees’ volunteers, staff and visitors is our top priority.
- If you are not feeling well, please stay home
- If you have been in contact with someone with Covid-19 or someone displaying symptoms of Covid-19, please stay home
- For our most current Covid-19 updates, please visit our main Trustees site
What's in our nature? Resiliency. Community. Discovery. Creativity.
Join The Trustees as a volunteer to help protect and take care of the Commonwealth’s greatest treasures and to make nature and the outdoors accessible for all, forever.
For more information
Contact the Volunteer Services Team at volunteer@thetrustees.org
To explore other volunteer opportunities, visit our volunteer page at http://volunteer.thetrustees.org/
More about The Trustees
Founded by landscape architect Charles Eliot in 1891, The Trustees has, for more than 125 years, been a catalyst for important ideas, endeavors, and progress in Massachusetts. As a steward of distinctive and dynamic places of both historic and cultural value, The Trustees is the nation’s first preservation and conservation organization, and its landscapes and landmarks continue to inspire discussion, innovation, and action today as they did in the past. We are a nonprofit, supported by members, friends and donors and our 116 sites are destinations for residents, members, and visitors alike, welcoming millions of guests annually. www.thetrustees.org.
Inclusive Spaces for All
We are committed to providing a welcoming environment for all. Together, alongside our partners and volunteers we are creating inclusive spaces of community for people of all backgrounds to enjoy and preserving these open spaces for everyone, forever. We are committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and experience.
The Trustees is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, military service, application for military service, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Trustees makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Engagement
Age Minimum (with Adult): 14+, Minimum Age:16+
Log in or Register
In order to register for this opportunity you must log in to an existing account or register to create a new account.
Sign up with a team
This link allows you to participate in this opportunity with a team. A team can be a family team, corporate team, or any kind of organized group. When you click on the link you will have the option to:
- Choose an existing team you're already a member or captain of, or
- Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions
Please respond to the following questions in order to signup for this opportunity: