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Volunteer Opportunities<\/h1>\n

Become a Friend of Ottawa County Parks! Nature needs friends like you.<\/h3>\n
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Public Volunteer Events<\/h2>\n

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Volunteer Application<\/h2>\n

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Service Hours<\/h2>\n

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Volunteers play a vital role in supporting the mission of Ottawa County Parks & Recreation. Whether you’re an individual looking to give back or part of a group seeking a fun and meaningful challenge, there\u2019s a place for you here. Our goal is to provide every volunteer with a rewarding experience that makes a real impact in our parks and community.<\/p>\n

We offer a variety of opportunities for individuals and groups to get involved.<\/p>\n

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How to Get Started:<\/h2>\n
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  1. Fill out a Volunteer Application<\/strong> \u2013 Get started by completing our quick and easy online application form<\/a>.<\/li>\n
  2. Get Connected<\/strong> \u2013 Our Volunteer Program Supervisor, Carly Garvelink<\/a>, will contact you to review your application and help match you with the right opportunity.<\/li>\n
  3. Start Volunteering<\/strong> \u2013 Join us in making a difference! Participate in one of our many volunteer opportunities.<\/li>\n
  4. Track your Impact <\/strong>\u2013 Log and track your volunteer hours through our online portal<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    The Friends nonprofit has disbanded<\/a>, but Ottawa County Parks proudly maintains the Friends name and logo for its volunteer efforts.<\/em><\/p>\n

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    Questions?<\/h2>\n

    For information on these opportunities and more, contact:<\/span><\/p>\n

    Carly Garvelink<\/strong>
    cgarvelink@miottawa.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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    Does your organization, company, or school have a local park they love? Become part of our Adopt-a-Park program!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Are you a science teacher looking for a place-based learning experience? Ask us about our service-based learning projects!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Are you an enthusiastic volunteer looking for a variety of adventerous opportunities? Consider becoming a park steward!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Current Volunteer Job Descriptions<\/h2>\n
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    General Park Volunteer<\/h3>\n