Habitat Restoration Task Force

Are you interested in restoring habitats at the Ogden Nature Center? Get involved in restoration activities including invasive species removal, native seed collection, seeding with native species, and planting and watering trees. Volunteers make a huge difference in allowing us to preserve pristine habitats for the public to learn from.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the ecologist and/or the habitat restoration intern to learn how to restore habitats at the Ogden Nature Center
• Participate in Stewardship Days throughout the year where task force members will have the opportunity to get together and tackle stewardship projects
• Help lead habitat restoration volunteer groups during large habitat restoration events
• Assist in controlling invasive plant species and encouraging native plant establishment
• Safely use tools and return them after completion
• Represent the Ogden Nature Center and help educate visitors about the importance of habitat restoration

Direct Supervisor

Volunteer Manager; (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)  or 801-621-7595

Length of Appointment

Varies, depending on skills and availability

Time Commitment

Varies, depending on skills and availability

Qualifications

• Must have a desire and willingness to learn about habitat restoration
• Must be able to safely and effectively use tools and equipment
• Must be respectful of staff, visitors and other volunteers
• Must be willing to have fun with a great team of volunteers!

Support

Volunteers will undergo an orientation and receive a volunteer handbook. In addition, habitat restoration volunteers will receive job-specific training with their direct supervisor.

Benefits

• Invitation to volunteer recognition events
• Invitation to activities just for volunteers
• Rewards for number of hours of service completed (see volunteer handbook)
• Gain new skills and work with a great team of staff and volunteers
• Make a difference and have a positive impact on the community!

How Do I Become A Volunteer?

All volunteers start by attending an online Volunteer Orientation which will introduce you to the Ogden Nature Center and the many ways you can help. We’ll also find a good fit for your talents, interests, and schedule. Please note that young volunteers must be accompanied by an adult while volunteering on the property. 

To complete volunteer orientation online:

1. Fill out the Volunteer Application Form
2. Review the Volunteer Handbook
3. Watch the Volunteer Orientation Video
4. Take a short quiz 
5. After you have completed orientation, you will be sent an invitation to complete a background check. When your background check is clear and paperwork is complete, you will be eligible to volunteer!