Volunteers
Volunteers are the backbone of Sea Turtle Adventures. Our volunteers find their work very rewarding, fulfilling, and educational.
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:
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Make a difference first-hand with marine conservation
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Network with like-minded volunteers
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Earn community service hours for school or court mandated community service applicants
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Utilize your strengths
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Volunteer recognition party and rewards.
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Discount pricing at our marine-themed gift shop
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One-on-one sea turtle educational opportunities on the beach
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T-shirt provided
VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS:
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16+ years old
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No experience necessary, all training provided
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Positive attitude, energetic, and willing to learn
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Flexible schedule
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Able to volunteer outside in the heat
CURRENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
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Administration - data entry, event prep, gift shop inventory
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Community events - be the face of Sea Turtle Adventures at community events and green markets. Speak about the organization, sea turtles, and be willing to sell items. All training and sea turtle education provided.
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Seabird rescue - on call position to respond to phone calls of injured seabirds and transport birds to local wildlife rehabilitation centers. Training provided.
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Cleanups - help set up and breakdown for cleanups located in communities, at the beach, and inland natural areas. We hold over 30 cleanups annually. Also, help sort trash collected and record data.
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Special needs program - provide "buddy" support during outings with our special needs group. The group meets twice a month in the community for 2 hours each time.
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Sea turtle stake maintenance - each year we use (and reuse) over 2,000 wooden, 2 foot, garden stakes on the beach to mark off and protect sea turtle nests. We need individuals to re-paint the stakes annually so that we can use them for many years before needing to purchase new stakes.
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Media support - looking for several individuals to help with YouTube, videography, photography, and website support.