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Family Volunteer Day

Celebrate Earth Day at Green Chimneys: enjoy being outdoors and giving back with a great morning tending to the animals and natural spaces that are helping children succeed.

Whether you’re looking to introduce your child* to volunteerism or are seeking a community-minded way to honor Earth Day, our Family Volunteer Day will be both fun and meaningful.

There is an old saying on farms, “Many hands make light work.”

Taking care of horses, donkeys, goats, camels, llamas, and hundreds of other animals, as well as tending to our gardens, are BIG jobs. Stalls need to be cleaned, buckets have to be scrubbed, tack needs to be maintained, garden beds need to be prepared for fall, and animals need to be fed.

Spend a morning in the main barns, on the farm, or in the gardens of Green Chimneys. Join our farm staff in tackling large and small animal care or farming projects.

We have different tasks for different ages and abilities – everyone will be able to do something. This is a great weekend activity for families. Come dressed for the weather and be prepared for a fun and interesting morning of hands-on work.

Each family will be assigned to a project at one of the following locations:

• Farm & Wildlife Center
• Children’s Garden
• Or Boni-Bel Organic Farm

The animals and gardens help Green Chimneys School students, children with special needs,  make connections, build skills, and grow as individuals. Your efforts help our animals and farm and also support our students’ growth!

*All participants must be 7 years of age or older. Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Schedule: Saturday, April 22, 2023

Questions?

Contact Volunteer Coordinator via [email protected] or 845.279.2995 x286

Registration is now closed for 2023. Fill form to be placed on wait list.