HORTICULTURE/LANDSCAPE
GARDEN CARE
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
We need volunteers to help care for our Garden Learning Center. In addition to demonstrating ecological landscaping, the garden will also have educational signs detailing beneficial soil conservation. For 2-3 hours a month, volunteers will weed, wipe down signs, and water as needed. This is a terrific way to get outside, learn how to maintain an eco-friendly garden and
meet people with similar interests. Contact Mary Goldman: (831) 420-1168 or
HABITAT RESTORATION INTERN The Open Space Alliance of Santa Cruz (OSA) is a local non-profit organization that's been around for more than 10 years. Our mission statement (please see http://www.santacruzosa.org) is: The Open Space Alliance of Santa Cruz protects lands with significant natural and scenic qualities, including rare wildlife habitat, watershed protection features, sustainable agriculture use and wildlife linkages between protected lands. This is accomplished through education, outreach and broad-based participation in the local community and the national land trust network. We are looking for a (student) volunteer to assist with either a habitat restoration, parcel inventory or other relevant project. The expected time commitment would be 10-40 hours per month for a duration of 3 months or longer. I will be the initial point of contact. Please let me know if you have any questions or want additional detail. thanks, Russell Weisz OSA board member 831-246-1770
LANDSCAPE DESIGN INTERN Part time.
Agriculture and Land-Based Training Association (ALBA ). We are looking for some assistance in creating a landscape design for each office area, looking to utilize native and drought resistant landscaping plants to compliment our ecological management. We expect approximately 15-20 hours total for each farm site, depending on the experience of the intern. ALBA operates two training & demonstration farms in Monterey County . One is called the Triple M Ranch and is located just south of Watsonville , near the Elkhorn Slough. The second farm is called the Rural Development Center as is located 5 miles south of Salinas , in the heart of the Salinas Valley . Together our two farms serve 30-40 beginning organic farmers each year to learn the skills necessary to operate thriving organic farm businesses. To learn more about our work, check out www.albafarmers.org . Requirements: commitment to see the landscape design to completion, interest in native plants, horticulture students preferred.
Please send resume to Rebecca Thistlethwaite at
or call 831-786-8760 for more information. Updated 10/27/05
FARM SANCTUARY VOLUNTEER
(located in Orland, CA & New York- housing available)
Looking for an unforgettable experience? Farm Sanctuary is a national, non-profit organization dedicated to ending farm animal abuse through hands-on rescue, investigations, and national campaigns. The Volunteer Internship Programs at Farm Sanctuary's New York and California Shelters provide individuals with unique opportunities to advocate for and connect with farm animals, establish community with like-minded people, and acquire valuable knowledge of the various facets of animal protection. Since Farm Sanctuary was founded in 1986, interns have played a vital role in our efforts by enabling us to operate our shelters, conduct educational programs, and initiate campaigns to end the suffering of farm animals. Apply today and you too can contribute to Farm Sanctuary's life-saving work. Farm Sanctuary Internships are available at both of our shelters, as well as in various departments within our organization. Housing is provided for all interns who work at our California and New York Shelters. Occasionally, off-site internship opportunities may be available; in these special cases, housing is not provided. Internships require a one to three month commitment; please see our website for exact requirements for your desired position. All applicants must be 18 years or older and committed to Farm Sanctuary's goals and programs. Intern space is limited; early application is recommended. Apply online at: http://www.farmsanctuary.org/join/intern_main.htm . Farm Sanctuary is the nation's leading farm animal protection organization with 150,000 supporters. Since incorporating in 1986, Farm Sanctuary has worked to expose and stop cruel practices of the "food animal" industry through research and investigations, legal and institutional reforms, public awareness projects, youth education, and direct rescue and refuge efforts. Farm Sanctuary shelters in Watkins Glen, NY and Orland, CA provide lifelong care for hundreds of rescued animals, who have become ambassadors for farm animals everywhere by educating visitors about the realities of factory farming. Additional information can be found at http://www.farmsanctuary.org .
Intern Coordinator, Farm Sanctuary, P.O. Box 150, Watkins Glen, NY 14891 Ph: 607-583-2225 Fax: 607-583-4349 Email: Website: www.farmsanctuary.org Updated 11/28/05
Internship in Ecological Restoration
of the Watsonville wetlands with Watsonville Wetlands Watch: Ecological restoration is the process of assisting the recovery of an ecosystem that has been degraded, damaged, or destroyed; techniques rely on an understanding of ecosystem functions and ecological design. Requirements: Interns are expected to dedicate 2-3 hours per week. Work activities will include: greenhouse propagation of Ca. native plants, planting of native plants in wetland and grassland restoration sites, and removal of non-native plants. Interns will also be asked to contribute to scientific investigation into the wetland ecosystem. Interns can expect to gain skills in: greenhouse propagation, composting and soil building, planting techniques, removal of non-native plants, an increased understanding of a wetland ecosystem, and experience in the creation of bio-filters and bio-swales. Community Service or service learning credit is available. People of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interns should be able to conduct some physical work.
To apply, please contact: Jonathan Pilch, Restoration Specialist,
831-728-4106, or .
For more information please see our website: www.watsonvillewetlandswatch.org
HABITAT RESTORATION
The Wildlands Restoration Team seeks volunteers for habitat restoration in local state parks in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Learn about nature and ecology while making a vital contribution to local wildlands. No experience needed. Call our volunteer hotline 423-2801 for complete information.
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