tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84396950254348590762011-11-29T10:47:42.760-06:00SMGA Volunteer OpportunitiesSMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.comBlogger131100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-56067293202548426172011-08-14T14:50:00.000-05:002011-08-14T14:50:14.035-05:00Report Issues of Concern at the San Marcos Natural AreasLoading...SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-51568841130640791812011-02-25T13:29:00.004-06:002011-03-27T11:12:04.763-05:00Minute Taker(s)Description: Take minutes at SMGA committee meetings. This is an excellent way to gain an operating knowledge of SMGA and its committees.
Date / Time / Frequency: 1 to 2 hours once a month depending on your availability.
Approximate time requirement: 90 minutes for the meeting plus time to type and forward the minutes to the meeting leader
Desired skills: Able to take notes and use email and a SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-25244064289529483322011-02-12T10:50:00.001-06:002011-05-15T15:05:26.685-05:00Kiosk Display Case BuilderDescription: We are looking for someone who has tools and experience to build a couple more display cases like those at the entrances to Ringtail Ridge and Lower Purgatory / Prospect Park. We will provide all necessary building materials and supplies. (We currently have all the materials for one display case.) This is a great opportunity to help out on a one-time basis if you have the time, SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-61367376419153309212011-02-08T22:10:00.001-06:002011-08-14T14:54:43.300-05:00Hike Assistant/Docent - Multiple DatesDescription: Assist experienced hike leaders in local San Marcos natural areas. Provide knowledge on water issues, birds, flora and fauna, geology, and share your love of the outdoors with others.
Approximate time requirement: Initial training includes accompanying current hike leaders on a one-on-one hike, then assisting with additional hikes. Hikes generally last 2 hours. Visit the SMGA SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-33753322345934966152011-02-08T22:07:00.000-06:002011-02-08T22:12:52.997-06:00Natural Area MonitorDescription: Monitor, protect, and enhance San Marcos natural areas. Record and report up-to-date information on the condition of assigned area (litter, graffiti, fallen limbs, rogue trails, etc.). Report maintenance needs to SMGA and Parks & Recreation staff.
Approximate time requirement: The time commitment will depend on the chosen natural area
Desired skills: Initiative and ability to work SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-5666585275088311222011-02-08T21:55:00.000-06:002011-02-08T21:55:12.082-06:00General Maintenance by Groups or IndividualsDescription: Work with SMGA to monitor and help maintain natural areas in order to preserve San Marcos natural areas. Opportunities include:
Litter clean-up
Pruning
Erosion control
Wind & freeze damage
Trail blazing
Weed eating
Bridge building
Sign-making
Raking
Approximate time requirement: Varies depending on the project and your availability.
Desired skills: SMGA will provide necessary SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-22837476477788786352011-02-08T21:54:00.000-06:002011-02-08T21:54:36.141-06:00Trail Work for Groups or IndividualsDescription: Work with SMGA to scout and build trails in San Marcos natural areas.
Date / Time: Trail crew meets every Thursday morning for approximately 1-2 hours, and occasional Saturday mornings. See SMGA Calendar in The Loop for specific events.
Desired skills: Volunteers must attend a brief safety training provided by SMGA or view the safety presentation which can be emailed. Participants SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-30136424348584414472011-02-08T21:53:00.001-06:002011-02-08T22:13:49.967-06:00Attend Meetings in Support of Greenspace IssuesDescription: We frequently need supporters to attend parks meetings throughout the region, even if just to fill seats and keep eyes and ears open to what's going on. Meetings include Planning and Zoning, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, the Hays County Parks and Open Space Advisory Board, and others. Many meeting times and locations are listed under SMGA Events in The Loop.
Desired skills: SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-57323101176031726672011-02-08T21:53:00.000-06:002011-02-08T22:13:26.725-06:00Review Website to Identify Broken HyperlinksDescription: Click every hyperlink on the SMGA web site (www.smgreenbelt.org) to make sure the links open web pages as intended. Notify the web master of any problems.
Date/Time/Frequency: Every 6 monthsApproximate Time Requirement: 1 hour every 6 monthsDesired Skills: A basic understanding of hyperlinks, word processing, and emailFor questions of to volunteer, contact: Outreach Committee by SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-36453759191981059842011-02-08T21:52:00.001-06:002011-02-08T22:11:17.131-06:00General Administrative DutiesDescription: Help SMGA with a wide range of administrative tasks. Opportunities include:
Annually updating the orientation manual
Internet research
Website assistance
Grant writing
Create and maintain a list of volunteer organizations
Approximate time requirement: Varies depending on the project and the time you have available.
Desired skills: Knowledge of the web, word processing, and email; SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-48683695743175720402011-02-08T21:51:00.001-06:002011-02-08T22:10:08.137-06:00Walk-for-a-Day Trail Liaison/MonitorDescription: Collect information and stay up to date on the Walk-for-a-Day Trail project in Austin. Attend occasional meetings and provide updates to SMGA board members. Volunteer will work closely with the SMGA board and committees.
Approximate time requirement: 1 to 2 hours a month.
Desired skills: General knowledge of Central Texas is preferred. Organized and experienced with internet, word SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-50957097803885022472011-02-08T21:50:00.001-06:002011-02-08T22:09:38.670-06:00Outreach Committee MemberDescription: SMGA's Outreach Committee is looking for committee members who are interested in helping us shape and define our outreach efforts. Our committee of approximately 6 people meets roughly once a month for 1.5 hours to discuss projects including our web site, email updates / blog, enrollment, public relations efforts, etc.
Approximate time requirement: 2 to 6 hours / month
Desired SMGAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09194721179822664108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8439695025434859076.post-37704914671763058802011-02-08T21:50:00.000-06:002011-02-08T22:08:58.196-06:00Other OpportunitiesSMGA occasionally has a need for people with particular skills or professional experience, especially grant writing, youth leaders, teachers, event planner, computer skills, html coding, etc. If you have any of these skills that you would like to offer to SMGA as a volunteer, please let us know. Contact us at alliance@smgreenbelt.org or 512-754-9321.
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