"Friends of Blackwater" Volunteer Information

Have you been looking for a new hobby? Do you enjoy the great outdoors? Do you like working with people? Are you a hiker, biker, or birder? How about an educator? If you answered "yes" to any or all of these questions then we're looking for you!

Volunteer opportunities at Blackwater include: Assist at the Visitor Center Lead bird or nature walks Conduct tours on the Wildlife Drive Clerk at The Eagle's Nest Book & Gift Shop Help conduct wildlife-oriented recreation Give talks to school groups, scouts, and clubs Man mobile exhibits at various events Take photographs or catalog slides Help with litter clean ups Conduct biological surveys Help with grounds and trails maintenance Build and install nest boxes Take salinity readings Help staff at Headquarters with phones and filing Perform data entry Help with the January Eagle Survey And more..........!

Training is provided for all volunteers. Friends' special events, volunteer recognition dinners, field trips, and other activities are how we say thank you to the dedicated individuals who give their time unselfishly to make Blackwater the very best National Wildlife Refuge it can be! If you are interested in any or all of the opportunities above drop us a note with your name and address (snail mail or e-mail) and we will send you more information. We'd love to have you on board and you would definitely be in good company - several of our volunteers and Friends members have been nationally recognized for their efforts in the field of environmental conservation - you could be next!

For more information, contact us at:

Friends of Blackwater P.O. Box 1231 Cambridge, Maryland 21613

or use our Contact page