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Friends of Wissahickon Offers Trail Ambassador Spring Training Series
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The Friends of the Wissahickon Trail Ambassador Program has become so popular, that FOW is offering a new spring training session this year. The application deadline is February 25. Trail Ambassadors are park volunteers who assist and educate people in the park with anything from directions to safety needs to park history, flora and fauna.
(Photo: Trail Ambassadors Susan and Don Simon on patrol in the Wissahickon.)
Ambassadors perform their service in the park and participate in ongoing education. They become experts in the Wissahickon and provide a valuable public service.
Trail Ambassadors share their knowledge by: interacting with and providing assistance to park users while walking the trails; staffing information tables at FOW volunteer days and events; leading walks in the Wissahickon Valley; and conducting surveys of park users and wildlife.
Eight training sessions will be held weekly from 6 to 8 p.m. in April and May 2011, including a First Aid/CPR session. Applicants accepted into the program are required to pay a $100 registration fee, sign a one-time volunteer release form, and obtain their criminal background check and child-abuse clearance.
Ambassadors must be FOW members or willing to join the organization. The number of open positions is limited.
For more information, program requirements, and an application form visit the FOW website. Contact FOW Volunteer Coordinator Kevin Groves with questions call 215-247-0417 ext 105 or by sending email to: groves@fow.org.
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1/31/2011 |
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