Volunteer Opportunity Details:

Become a trained volunteer who 'adopts' part of Gulf Branch's natural area. You will be responsible for periodically visiting your area, and keeping it free of invasive plants and litter. Areas vary in size and in the level of effort against invasive plants required - some require only very light management, others may be completely overwhelmed by vines. Pick your challenge!

Your reward? Seeing the steady recovery and return of healthy trees, wildflowers, and wildlife. And of course, free s'mores at our semi-annual campfires.

Volunteers will receive training in invasive plant identification and removal when they begin the program. They should be able to work in their chosen area at least 2 times a year, and commit to the program for at least two years, to really see the difference they're making. Volunteers must be able to work independently, and engage in some physical labor outdoors.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Gulf Branch Nature Center

We need volunteers who are free at these times Occasional This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adolescents (13-17) Individual Adults (26-54) Large Group (11+) Children (5-12) Small Group (2-10) Families Young Adults (18-25)

Contact Person: Jennifer Soles, Naturalist, (703) 228-3403, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

3608 N. Military Rd. Arlington, VA 22207 (See a map)

Directions:

The Nature Center is located in North Arlington. From Lee Highway, turn North onto Military Rd. Pass through two lights. After the second light, the driveway for the nature center is at the bottom of the second hill. Look for the brown signs. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Orange line to Ballston or to East Falls Church. Then take ART 53 - it stops in front of our driveway, between 36 and 37th Rd.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Clarendon or Courthouse,   Walk distance (in minutes): 90   Nearest Bus Stop: ART 53, 1 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

CVN Friendly?
	Yes
For Spanish / non-English speakers?
	No
Wheelchair accessible?
	No
METRO rail accessible?
	No

5 Overall Experience   
Very fun and rewarding!

posted by Twila Inkblotter on February 12, 2009