Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center, Basking Ridge, Somerset County

Volunteer at the Environmental Education Center, Lord Stirling Park

Volunteers age 14 and up help year round at the county Environmental Education Center in Basking Ridge, including invasive species removal work.

Can I do this

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Minimum age is 14
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You can come without a guardian
A guardian waiver is needed
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Background check
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Orientation / Training Required
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Car
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Schedule

Flexible

Format

In person

Service hours are not confirmed

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About this role

What you would do

Invasive Species Strike Team: help identify and remove invasive plants
Complete an introductory orientation training before joining the Strike Team
Learn to identify common invasive plant species and best management practices for long term control
Volunteer individually or work in small groups once training is complete
Tools and training are provided and no prior experience is required

The Environmental Education Center is part of Lord Stirling Park in Somerset County. Invasive plants spread through the park and damage the ecosystem, so removal work protects the native habitat. Volunteers are needed throughout the year, and corporate groups can arrange group work days.

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