VOLUNTEER - Outdoor Campus East

Bird Feeder

Purpose: To provide assistance to our Adopt A Feeder program and supplement feeder care as needed.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate feeder information to helpers in the Adopt A Feeder program.
• Assist people in obtaining supplies for the Adopt A Feeder program.
• Make sure our feeders and the ground beneath them are being cared for and kept clean.
• Take inventory of seed supply and notify Volunteer Coordinator if an order needs to be made.
• Clean the water pond as needed.
• Pre-drill holes in corn cobs for anchors for squirrel feeders.
• Refill seed buckets for the Adopt A Feeder program.

Requirements/Skills:

• General knowledge of seed to be used, specific feeder needs and wildlife that should be attracted to the various feeders. Outdoor Campus will provide this information.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. may be helpful in filling some feeders.
• Able to work independently with little supervision.
• Willing to work with members of the Adopt A Feeder Program and show appreciation for their efforts.

Training Required:

• Volunteer Orientation
• Special information class regarding seed inventory and feeder/ground care.

Time Commitment:

• Schedule specific day you will commit to monitoring/providing feeder care.
• Work a minimum of 2 days per month.

Benefits:

• Escape from everyday stress and absorb the beauty of the outdoors while providing a valuable service to our wildlife and the people who enjoy watching them.
• Increase your knowledge of wildlife and their feeding habits.