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Volunteer Opportunities at The Preserve – Sign Up for Specific Dates
We invite community members passionate about nature and conservation to join us in making a positive impact. Whether you’re interested in hands-on land management, sharing your knowledge as an educational docent, or supporting our administrative team, we welcome your talents! Below, you’ll find specific dates for volunteer opportunities. If you’re available to contribute your time and expertise, simply sign up for a session that suits you, and we’ll be excited to connect.
LAND MANAGEMENT CREW
Led by our Land Manager
Join our dedicated Land Management Crew to help maintain the unique urban playa environment. Volunteer tasks include trail construction, habitat restoration, and other land improvement efforts. Volunteers can work alongside the crew or, once approved by the Land Manager, assist solo with projects like trash collection and invasive species removal.
INSTRUCTIONAL DOCENTS
Trained by our Education Director
Volunteer as an instructional docent to provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Our docents lead educational activities and inspire environmental stewardship in visitors of all ages. Help us bridge the gap between science and the public by leading interactive stations and supporting citizen science projects.
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Coordinated by our Strategic Initiatives Director
If you have skills in photography, marketing, social media, or general office support, join our administrative team. Volunteers assist with marketing campaigns, event coordination, and other essential behind-the-scenes tasks that keep The Preserve’s programs running smoothly.
How to Sign Up
After you register as a volunteer, browse any of the opportunities listed below, select an opportunity of interest and sign up. For reoccurring opportunities sign up for as many session dates as you would like. We look forward to working with you in preserving and enhancing The Preserve!
To record your volunteer hours click the link below.
Playtime at The Playa Volunteers - Spring 2025
Event Chair: The Preserve
DETAILS:
Playtime at The Playa Overview
Playtime at The Playa offers free, engaging outdoor experiences that combine fun, exploration, and learning for children and families. Activities include hands-on nature play, discovery-based learning, and interactive sessions that connect participants to Midland's unique urban playa ecosystem. This program encourages curiosity and fosters a lifelong appreciation for nature.
Volunteer Needs
We’re looking for friendly, energetic volunteers to assist with setting up activities, guiding families, and ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. If you’re passionate about nature and love working with children, join us in creating unforgettable play sessions! **Please note we have a greater need for volunteers on April 18th and May 16th.
Spring 2025 Playtime Schedule
Tree-ific Trees • Ecology • March 7th
Trees provide essential resources for wild animals including food, shelter, space, and water.
How Animals Adapt • Zoology • March 21st
Animals engage in seasonal habits to enhance their ability to survive and thrive in the wild.
What’s The Weather • Climatology • April 4th
Weather patterns impact ecological regions and the wildlife that inhabit them.
Rocks, Rock! • Geology • April 18th
Rocks tell a story about the history of the Earth and create habitat in the natural world as well as our modern urban lives.
Blooming Blossoms • Botany • May 2nd
Flowers and plants are “superheroes” in nature, from making their food from sunlight to providing medicine to people.
Show Me the Energy • Biology • May 16th
All living things are interconnected, nature’s food chain shows how natural cycles provide energy sources.