VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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Outreach Volunteer: San Diego Botanic Garden - Wednesdays in May
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Outreach Volunteer: East SD County Jr. Fair - Lakeside (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Volunteer Appreciation Party at Solana Center!
Event Description
Join us in celebrating your dedication to protecting our planet!
Our diverse group of volunteers is the backbone of our many programs, enabling us to bring sustainable living practices to thousands of San Diegans each year.
Our Volunteer Appreciation Party is an opportunity to gather for brunch, volunteer recognition and socializing in the Solana Center garden. Brand new volunteers are welcome :)
Please register your plus one as well. If you have more than one guest that you'd like to bring, please reach out to Liz Davis at [email protected]
School Volunteer: Hillsdale Middle School - El Cajon (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Garden Guardian at Climate Solutions Hub
We invite you to join us during our open hours on Fridays at our Center. Help us care for our garden area including, watering, weeding, and site maintenance.
Garden Guardian at Climate Solutions Hub
We invite you to join us during our open hours on Fridays at our Center. Help us care for our garden area including, watering, weeding, and site maintenance.
School Volunteer: STEAM Academy (Day 1) - Spring Valley
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Waste Diversion Volunteer: DPR Cornhole Classic (Two Shift Times Available)
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Setting up and staffing the waste diversion stations at the event
Helping attendees properly dispose of their garbage in sorting stations
Assisting with weighing discards and recording data
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes:
Age Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 21 years old.
Prerequisites: Volunteers must review the Volunteer Requirements and the Code of Conduct portions of Solana Center's Volunteer Handbook.
Experience Needed: Must be comfortable speaking with the public in a workshop setting. A passion for environmental education, climate change prevention and a general understanding of the workshop topic.
Physical Requirements: Be ready to embrace hands-on work with worms, compost critters, and various outreach materials. You should also be able to comfortably lift up to 20 pounds.
Attire: Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for standing, considering the weather and event location.
Bring: Don't forget to bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, and feel free to pack snacks for break time.
Other: Please be on the lookout for an information email 1-4 days before the event with any additional details. If you can no longer make the event and need to cancel, please let the volunteer coordinator know as soon as possible so we can give your spot to another volunteer.
Your volunteer hours are recorded in our database. Upon request, we will include your travel time in those hours. Simply send an email to [email protected] to let our volunteer coordinator know what your drive time is.
Have questions? Email [email protected]
School Volunteer: STEAM Academy (Day 2) - Spring Valley
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Garden Guardian at Climate Solutions Hub
We invite you to join us during our open hours on Fridays at our Center. Help us care for our garden area including, watering, weeding, and site maintenance.
Garden Guardian at Climate Solutions Hub
We invite you to join us during our open hours on Fridays at our Center. Help us care for our garden area including, watering, weeding, and site maintenance.
Workshop Volunteer: Backyard Composting and Bokashi Basics - Descanso
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Set up and break down the demo site to create an engaging workshop environment.
Assist in advancing PowerPoint slides or managing our educational chart for seamless presentations.
Engage attendees in interactive activities related to the workshop topic, fostering a hands-on learning experience.
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes:
Age Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Prerequisites: Volunteers must review the Volunteer Requirements and the Code of Conduct portions of Solana Center's Volunteer Handbook.
Experience Needed: Must be comfortable speaking with the public in a workshop setting. A passion for environmental education, climate change prevention and a general understanding of the workshop topic.
Physical Requirements: Be ready to embrace hands-on work with worms, compost critters, and various outreach materials. You should also be able to comfortably lift up to 20 pounds.
Attire: Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for standing, considering the weather and event location.
Bring: Don't forget to bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, and feel free to pack snacks for break time.
Other: Please be on the lookout for an information email 1-4 days before the event with any additional details. If you can no longer make the event and need to cancel, please let the volunteer coordinator know as soon as possible so we can give your spot to another volunteer.
Your volunteer hours are recorded in our database. Upon request, we will include your travel time in those hours. Simply send an email to [email protected] to let our volunteer coordinator know what your drive time is.
Have questions? Email [email protected]
Build and Beautify at Solana Center - Encinitas
Build and Beautify is a day for volunteers to get involved with the development of our home base and support Solana Center programs from the ground up!
Workshop Volunteer: Raising Backyard Chickens - Fallbrook
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Set up and break down the demo site to create an engaging workshop environment.
Assist in advancing PowerPoint slides or managing our educational chart for seamless presentations.
Engage attendees in interactive activities related to the workshop topic, fostering a hands-on learning experience.
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes:
Age Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Prerequisites: Volunteers must review the Volunteer Requirements and the Code of Conduct portions of Solana Center's Volunteer Handbook.
Experience Needed: Must be comfortable speaking with the public in a workshop setting. A passion for environmental education, climate change prevention and a general understanding of the workshop topic.
Physical Requirements: Be ready to embrace hands-on work with worms, compost critters, and various outreach materials. You should also be able to comfortably lift up to 20 pounds.
Attire: Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for standing, considering the weather and event location.
Bring: Don't forget to bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, and feel free to pack snacks for break time.
Other: Please be on the lookout for an information email 1-4 days before the event with any additional details. If you can no longer make the event and need to cancel, please let the volunteer coordinator know as soon as possible so we can give your spot to another volunteer.
Your volunteer hours are recorded in our database. Upon request, we will include your travel time in those hours. Simply send an email to [email protected] to let our volunteer coordinator know what your drive time is.
Have questions? Email [email protected]
Outreach Volunteer: Campo Days - Campo (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Outreach Volunteer: WCG Bee and Butterfly Festival - El Cajon (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Outreach Volunteer: Rainbow Valley Protea Festival - Fallbrook (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Outreach Volunteer: Ramona Earth Day - (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
School Volunteer: Salute to Agriculture Day - Valley Center (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Outreach Volunteer: Bee and Butterfly Festival - Valley Center
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Outreach Volunteer: La Mesa Earth Day - (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Outreach Volunteer: Willow Tree Art and Garden Festival - Bonsall (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Workshop Volunteer: Gardening Practices that Save Water - Lakeside
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Set up and break down the demo site to create an engaging workshop environment.
Assist in advancing PowerPoint slides or managing our educational chart for seamless presentations.
Engage attendees in interactive activities related to the workshop topic, fostering a hands-on learning experience.
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes:
Age Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Prerequisites: Volunteers must review the Volunteer Requirements and the Code of Conduct portions of Solana Center's Volunteer Handbook.
Experience Needed: Must be comfortable speaking with the public in a workshop setting. A passion for environmental education, climate change prevention and a general understanding of the workshop topic.
Physical Requirements: Be ready to embrace hands-on work with worms, compost critters, and various outreach materials. You should also be able to comfortably lift up to 20 pounds.
Attire: Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for standing, considering the weather and event location.
Bring: Don't forget to bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, and feel free to pack snacks for break time.
Other: Please be on the lookout for an information email 1-4 days before the event with any additional details. If you can no longer make the event and need to cancel, please let the volunteer coordinator know as soon as possible so we can give your spot to another volunteer.
Your volunteer hours are recorded in our database. Upon request, we will include your travel time in those hours. Simply send an email to [email protected] to let our volunteer coordinator know what your drive time is.
Have questions? Email [email protected]
Event Support Volunteer: Rain Barrel Distribution - Mountain View
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
School Volunteer: Valley Center Middle School (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
School Volunteer: Diegueno Country School
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
School Volunteer: Mountain Empire Jr. High - Pine Valley
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
School Volunteer: Campo Elementary - Campo (Two shift times available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
School Volunteer: The Nativity School - Rancho Santa Fe
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
Workshop Volunteer: Mid Scale Composting Week 2
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Set up and break down the demo site to create an engaging workshop environment.
Assist in advancing PowerPoint slides or managing our educational chart for seamless presentations.
Engage attendees in interactive activities related to the workshop topic, fostering a hands-on learning experience.
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes:
Age Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Prerequisites: Volunteers must review the Volunteer Requirements and the Code of Conduct portions of Solana Center's Volunteer Handbook.
Experience Needed: Must be comfortable speaking with the public in a workshop setting. A passion for environmental education, climate change prevention and a general understanding of the workshop topic.
Physical Requirements: Be ready to embrace hands-on work with worms, compost critters, and various outreach materials. You should also be able to comfortably lift up to 20 pounds.
Attire: Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for standing, considering the weather and event location.
Suggested Reading: If you are new to the workshop topic, click on THIS LINK and look under “Soil Health and Compost”
Bring: Don't forget to bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, and feel free to pack snacks for break time.
Other: Please be on the lookout for an information email 1-4 days before the event with any additional details. If you can no longer make the event and need to cancel, please let the volunteer coordinator know as soon as possible so we can give your spot to another volunteer.
Your volunteer hours are recorded in our database. Upon request, we will include your travel time in those hours. Simply send an email to [email protected] to let our volunteer coordinator know what your drive time is.
Have questions? Email [email protected]
Workshop Volunteer: Mid Scale Composting Week 1
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Set up and break down the demo site to create an engaging workshop environment.
Assist in advancing PowerPoint slides or managing our educational chart for seamless presentations.
Engage attendees in interactive activities related to the workshop topic, fostering a hands-on learning experience.
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes:
Age Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Prerequisites: Volunteers must review the Volunteer Requirements and the Code of Conduct portions of Solana Center's Volunteer Handbook.
Experience Needed: Must be comfortable speaking with the public in a workshop setting. A passion for environmental education, climate change prevention and a general understanding of the workshop topic.
Physical Requirements: Be ready to embrace hands-on work with worms, compost critters, and various outreach materials. You should also be able to comfortably lift up to 20 pounds.
Attire: Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for standing, considering the weather and event location.
Suggested Reading: If you are new to the workshop topic, click on THIS LINK and look under “Soil Health and Compost”
Bring: Don't forget to bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, and feel free to pack snacks for break time.
Other: Please be on the lookout for an information email 1-4 days before the event with any additional details. If you can no longer make the event and need to cancel, please let the volunteer coordinator know as soon as possible so we can give your spot to another volunteer.
Your volunteer hours are recorded in our database. Upon request, we will include your travel time in those hours. Simply send an email to [email protected] to let our volunteer coordinator know what your drive time is.
Have questions? Email [email protected]
Worm Bin Harvesting at Solana Center
Meet our favorite composting critters and help us harvest their nutrient-rich worm castings!
School Volunteer: Walker Elementary School - Mira Mesa
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
School Volunteer: Leichtag Elementary School - Vista (Two Shift Times Available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
School Volunteer: James Dukes Elementary - Ramona (Two shift times available)
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
School Volunteer: Potter Jr. High School - Fallbrook
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.
School Volunteer: Casa de Oro Elementary – Spring Valley
Event Description
Join us as an outreach volunteer and be a catalyst for change in creating a more sustainable future.