Volunteer: Education Volunteer: Inspire Curiosity in the OutdoorsImpact: Your presence helps learners of all ages build confidence, discover new skills, and connect deeply with the natural world at the George W. Mead Wildlife Area. Role: Outdoor Lesson Leader When: Typically 8:30–2:30 (varies by group) What You Make Possible: Students experience hands‑on outdoor learning Groups feel welcomed, supported, and encouraged to explore Nature education becomes accessible for all ages—from kindergarten to seniors What You’ll Do: Lead one pre‑scripted lesson such as survival strategies, nature hikes, foraging, birding, orienteering, or fly tying Teach outdoors for most sessions Arrive 30 minutes before the group and stay until departure Use materials that are fully prepared and ready when you arrive What You Bring: A friendly, patient presence Comfort being outdoors Enthusiasm for helping people learn in nature IF YOU'D LIKE TO LEARN OR GET INVOLVED SIMPLY SELECT THE GREEN RESPOND BUTTON AT THE TOP OF THIS OPPORTUNITY. Questions? Contact Senior Educator Sam De Roche Email: sandra.deroche@wisconsin.gov Phone: (715) 540‑6013 Nonprofit: George W. Mead Wildlife Area Impact: Your presence helps learners of all ages build confidence, discover new skills, and connect deeply with the natural world at the George W. Mead Wildlife Area. Role: Outdoor Lesson Leader When: Typically 8:30–2:30 (varies by group) What You Make Possible: Students experience hands‑on outdoor learning Groups feel welcomed, supported, and encouraged to explore Nature education becomes accessible for all ages—from kindergarten to seniors What You’ll Do: Lead one pre‑scripted lesson such as survival strategies, nature hikes, foraging, birding, orienteering, or fly tying Teach outdoors for most sessions Arrive 30 minutes before the group and stay until departure Use materials that are fully prepared and ready when you arrive What You Bring: A friendly, patient presence Comfort being outdoors Enthusiasm for helping people learn in nature IF YOU'D LIKE TO LEARN OR GET INVOLVED SIMPLY SELECT THE GREEN RESPOND BUTTON AT THE TOP OF THIS OPPORTUNITY. Questions? Contact Senior Educator Sam De Roche Email: sandra.deroche@wisconsin.gov Phone: (715) 540‑6013 Nonprofit: George W. Mead Wildlife Area Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 54454 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Kite FestivalWhy This Matters
Help create a joyful, family‑friendly day at the Mead. Volunteers make it possible for hundreds of visitors to enjoy hands‑on activities, nature, and community connection. What You’ll DoWelcome visitors and help them feel at home Run a craft or activity station Assist with parking and event flow Pitch in with light cleanup throughout the day Support staff and guests wherever needed When You’re NeededApproximately 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Full‑day help is appreciated, but partial shifts may be possible.) Have Questions?Contact Senior Educator Sam De Roche Email: sandra.deroche@wisconsin.gov Phone: (715) 540‑6010 Nonprofit: George W. Mead Wildlife Area Why This Matters
Help create a joyful, family‑friendly day at the Mead. Volunteers make it possible for hundreds of visitors to enjoy hands‑on activities, nature, and community connection. What You’ll DoWelcome visitors and help them feel at home Run a craft or activity station Assist with parking and event flow Pitch in with light cleanup throughout the day Support staff and guests wherever needed When You’re NeededApproximately 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Full‑day help is appreciated, but partial shifts may be possible.) Have Questions?Contact Senior Educator Sam De Roche Email: sandra.deroche@wisconsin.gov Phone: (715) 540‑6010 Nonprofit: George W. Mead Wildlife Area Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 22, 2026 Zip Code: 54454 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Kite Festival: Set-upVolunteers will assist with the set-up for the Kite Festival. Duties may include: Moving tablesSetting out garbage cansPosting signageSetting up cones, tents, and chairsGeneral cleaningAnd other miscellaneous duties.Volunteers are welcome for any amount of time between 9am-4pm. For more information, please contact the Senior Educator Sam De Roche: sandra.deroche@wisconsin.gov (715) 540-6013 Nonprofit: George W. Mead Wildlife Area Volunteers will assist with the set-up for the Kite Festival. Duties may include: Moving tablesSetting out garbage cansPosting signageSetting up cones, tents, and chairsGeneral cleaningAnd other miscellaneous duties.Volunteers are welcome for any amount of time between 9am-4pm. For more information, please contact the Senior Educator Sam De Roche: sandra.deroche@wisconsin.gov (715) 540-6013 Nonprofit: George W. Mead Wildlife Area Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Aug 17, 2026 through Aug 21, 2026 Zip Code: 54454 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Decoy Event and Expo: Set-upVolunteers will assist with set-up of the decoy event and expo. Duties are:: Moving items such as tables, garbage cans, tents, chairs, and poster boardsCleaning tablesPutting up signageOther duties as they come upVolunteers are welcome for any amount of time between 9am-4pm. For more information, please contact the Senior Educator Sam De Roche: sandra.deroche@wisconsin.gov (715) 540-6013 Nonprofit: George W. Mead Wildlife Area Volunteers will assist with set-up of the decoy event and expo. Duties are:: Moving items such as tables, garbage cans, tents, chairs, and poster boardsCleaning tablesPutting up signageOther duties as they come upVolunteers are welcome for any amount of time between 9am-4pm. For more information, please contact the Senior Educator Sam De Roche: sandra.deroche@wisconsin.gov (715) 540-6013 Nonprofit: George W. Mead Wildlife Area Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Jun 11, 2026 through Jun 12, 2026 Zip Code: 54454 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Decoy Event and Expo Volunteers NeededDuties may include: greeting visitorsassisting with painting and carving stationsmonitoring tables and garbageother duties as assigned.Volunteers are needed from approximately 9am-3pm. For more information, contact Senior Educator Sam De Roche: sandra.deroche@wisconsin.gov (715) 540-6013 Nonprofit: George W. Mead Wildlife Area Duties may include: greeting visitorsassisting with painting and carving stationsmonitoring tables and garbageother duties as assigned.Volunteers are needed from approximately 9am-3pm. For more information, contact Senior Educator Sam De Roche: sandra.deroche@wisconsin.gov (715) 540-6013 Nonprofit: George W. Mead Wildlife Area Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Jun 13, 2026 Zip Code: 54454 Allow Groups: No |