18 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services County Parks Among the groups and individuals who have made a difference in their community through their volunteer work with us are Friends of Quail Hollow, Felton Library Friends, Whole Foods, The Nature Lodge, the WorkAbility program, the Santa Cruz Astronomy Club, the SLV Rotary, and families and individuals who pitch in to help maintain our Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, Pinto Lake Disc Golf course, Anna Jean Cummings Park, Pleasure Point, East Cliff Parkway, and Jose Ave. Park. Adopt a Park – Volunteer groups may adopt one of our parks, natural areas, or facilities. Responsibilities include park beautification, reporting park needs, installing and monitoring bird nest boxes and other fun projects. Adopt a Trail – Volunteer groups adopt sections of paved or natural trails, report trail needs and perform small projects. Adopt a Project - Assist with special events, a project you are passionate about, or a new park! Volunteers receive project coordination, safety orientation, and materials and tools needed for specific projects from the Parks Department. Junior Volunteer Program - Camps Teens ages 13-17 can spend their spare time helping recreation staff lead games, art and crafts, sports, and more for children ages 5-12. Gain valuable work experience and learn useful job skills. There is a $50 fee to participate in this program. Quail Hollow Ranch Volunteers may lead interpretive programs, remove invasive non-native plants, assist with children's programs, maintain trails or garden, among other things. In return for your time you will gain a greater understanding of one of the more well-kept secrets of the Santa Cruz Mountains and feel good about giving back to your community. For more information, call Margaret Ingraham at (831) 454-7927. Park Host Program Live on-site at one of our Parks in exchange for 20 hours per week of volunteer work. Our ideal candidate is a person/persons who have the desire to become a steward at one of our Parks. We expect our Park Hosts to be a welcoming, visible presence, and a knowledgeable resource to park visitors. Park Hosts are required to wear a uniform while on duty which is provided. Park Hosts will also be provided with an RV and full hookups (water, electricity, propane, internet) in exchange for volunteer service. Parks, Trails, Beaches, Programs and more! How can volunteers help? Individuals and groups can volunteer for a one-day project or dedicate themselves to an on-going or long-term project. Anyone can become a volunteer, whether you are an individual, family, or part of a group! Why Volunteer? • Give back to the community • Improve the quality of life in your community • Gain valuable skills and experience • Practice and strengthen leadership skills • Meet new people • Help the Department extend services to more people • Have fun and utilize your unique skills and talents! What can you volunteer for? • Youth Programs • Beach & Park Clean-Ups • Park Docent • Neighborhood Park Projects • Park Maintenance • Senior Programs • Special Events Contact County Parks Volunteer Coordinator via e-mail: [email protected] or call (831) 454-7927 If interested in volunteering, fill out the Volunteer Interest Form at www.scparks.com VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Felton Discovery Park The Felton Discovery Park, adjacent to the Felton Library, promotes environmental literacy through its design and programs. Volunteers meet monthly to maintain the native plant gardens and remove invasives. Docents help develop and implement programs and activities for people to learn about and interact with the natural world. See more about the park features at www.feltonlibraryfriends.org/ copy-of-library.
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