Student Volunteers at Henteleff Park
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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: | 5839 |
| Description of Duties: | These small groups meet on Wednesday mornings from 09:00 - 11:00 and Thursday mornings 08:30 - 10:30 to remove invasive weeds, tend to flower gardens, tidy the area, and sweep the concrete walkways. Choose the morning you prefer. |
| Skills Required: | Ability to lift about 10 pounds Ability to identify, remove and dispose of invasive weeds after receiving instruction Ability to sweep concrete walkways Ability to follow instructions No previous knowledge about gardening or nature is needed, just curiosity and enthusiasm. We will teach you along the way. |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Work in a beautiful setting with a small group of people. Gain gardening knowledge and skills. Experience pride in contributing to a special place. Meet new people. Accumulate volunteer hours for high school credit if given at your school. Earn references for scholarships and future jobs. |
| Age: | 16-17 |
| Time Commitment: | Wednesday mornings 09:00 - 11:00 OR Thursday mornings 08:30-10:30 |
| 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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