Thursday Mornings at Henteleff Park
| Organization Details | |
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| Organization Name: | Henteleff Park Foundation |
| Address: | 1964 St. Mary's Road Winnipeg MB R2N 4M7 |
| Website: | http://henteleffpark.org |
| Organizational Description: | Our Mission is 'To act in stewardship for Henteleff Park'. The Park is 50 acres of natural beauty located at 1964 St. Mary's Road, Winnipeg. The volunteer run and non-profit Henteleff Park Foundation is dedicated to caring for the Park through restoration and conservation of its lands, plants, and wildlife; partnership with the community; education about its existing ecology and many layered human and ecological history. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 5827 |
| Description of Duties: | The Thursday Morning Volunteers work together to maintain new plantings in Henteleff Park. Groups do different tasks each week, including removing invasive weeds, watering new plants, or placing compost and wood chips around trees. This is a great opportunity to meet new people, work outside and make an important contribution to the park. High school students needing volunteer hours for credit are welcome to join this group. You can join weekly or just the days that work for you. |
| Skills Required: | Ability to follow instructions Ability to lift 10 pounds No gardening experience necessary because we will teach you what you need to know. |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Learn about the plants and animals of Henteleff Park. Learn to identify, remove and dispose of invasive weeds. Experience the satisfaction of contributing to the maintenance of this beautiful park. |
| Age: | 16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Daytime Thursday mornings 08:30 - 10:30 AM |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg - St. Vital |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Group - small, family and friends Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference |
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| Closing Date: | Aug 15, 2025 |
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