Becoming a Volunteer
Volunteering at Meadoside Nature Center (MNC) provides a great way to get your hands dirty and work with nature. Volunteers help in every area of MNC whether it's on the floor greeting the public, behind the scenes caring for aniamls, or outside workinkg in our gardens. Individuals, scout groups, high school students needing to fulfill SSL hours and businesses are all welcome. If you want to be a part of a dynamic place that is full of fun, learning, and excitement consider volunteering. You'll quickly learn that every day is completely different when you volunteer at Meadowside Nature Center.
Spring events volunteer opportunities
Springtime on the Farm
Join us for a day of fun activities for the entire family at the Agricultural History Farm Park(18400 Muncaster Mill Road, Derwood). Experience farm life with live animals, hands-on activities, crafts, hayrides, and more! Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, facilitate educational activities, and cleanup. To volunteer, please contact Glenn Rice at 301-924-4141 or by e-mail at
glenn.rice@montgomeryparks.org
Monday, March 29th, 2010
9:00am-3:00pm
Going Buggy Festival
Bugs are the best! Learn about bugs, meet live bugs and make bugs crafts to and home. Even treat your taste buds to some specially seasoned bugs. Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, facilitate educational activities, and cleanup. To volunteer, please contact Glenn Rice at 301-924-4141 or by e-mail at glenn.rice@montgomeryparks.org.
Thuesday, March 30th, 2010
9:15am-3:00pm
Reptile Festival!
Experience the world of reptiles and more through exciting activities, exhibits, and children's crafts Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, facilitate educational activities, and cleanup. To volunteer, please contact Glenn Rice at 301-924-4141 or by e-mail at glenn.rice@montgomeryparks.org.
Thursday, April 1st, 2010
9:15am-3:00pm
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Search for eggs through our meadows and then dye and decorate the eggs you find. Event includes other ongoing spring-related activities throughout the day. Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, facilitate educational activities, and cleanup. To volunteer, please contact Glenn Rice at 301-924-4141 or by e-mail at glenn.rice@mncppc-mc.org.
Friday, April 2nd, 2010
9:15am-3:00pm
For additional volunteer opportunities, visit the Volunteer's Services Office.
Date of last update: November 19, 2009
Montgomery County Department of Parks