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Buttermilk & Bear Slides

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ORGANIZATION: MORGAN DUKE CONSERVATION SOCIETY

Summary:

The Morgan Duke Conservation Society is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our team at the Hudson River Special Management Area, known as Buttermilk & Bear Slides. Volunteers will assist the Volunteer Steward, James Sullivan, in various conservation efforts such as litter clean-up, painting, and tree planting along the trails and river bank.

Responsibilities:
  • Picking up litter along the trails, beach area, and designated trails
  • Painting picnic tables and outhouses
  • Assisting with tree planting for reforestation projects
  • Working independently or with other volunteers
Qualifications:
  • No skills or experience required
  • Ability to work outdoors and perform physical tasks
  • Willingness to learn new skills and work as part of a team
Supplies Provided:

Volunteers will be provided with orange bags, trash picker uppers, gloves, and workers compensation for their assistance.

Benefits:
  • Gain valuable experience in environmental conservation
  • Interact with volunteer steward, foresters, and State Forest Rangers
  • Opportunity to learn new skills and contribute to the community

If you are passionate about nature and want to make a difference, we encourage you to join us as a volunteer at Buttermilk & Bear Slides!

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About MORGAN DUKE CONSERVATION SOCIETY

Location:

PO BOX 114, Rock Tavern, NY 12575, US

Mission Statement

The Morgan Duke Conservation Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting forests and water bodies from threats, such as people walking off the trails and damaging vegetation and impacts of throwing litter on the trails, hiding litter in the vegetation. Our team works tirelessly to educate the public on the importance of proper waste disposal to prevent wildlife habitat damage and harming wildlife like threatening species and preserve natural habitats for wildlife. From Orange County to Putnam County to Ulster County and other areas, our volunteer's hike through forested areas, Wildlife Management Areas, and waterways to clean up litter, report damaged vegetation, assess trail conditions, and even plant trees to restore destroyed habitats. We collaborate with state and local conservation agencies to develop and implement innovative solutions that safeguard these precious natural areas and the wildlife that call them home.

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CAUSE AREAS

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WHEN

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WHERE

River RoadLake Luzerne, NY 12846

(43.37194,-73.870056)
 

SKILLS

  • Community Outreach
  • Outdoor Recreation

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