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Mass Central
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Volunteer Your Skills Volunteer Opportunities Wachusett Greenways thrives thanks to the generous financial support of our donors. Equally essential to our continued vitality are volunteers. Come join us in delivering programs that enrich the entire Wachusett region. From trail work, to events planning, to grant writing, newsletter production and other initiatives, Greenways provides a host of rewarding volunteer opportunities. So read on. We’re confident you’ll find your niche, make new friends, and do great things for your neighbors, the Wachusett watershed – and yourself!
"Put your energy and dedication to work as a greenways ambassador. The
Hospitality team staffs information kiosks at trail events, local fairs
and on other occasions. Contact Colleen Abrams at 508-479-2123 or
colleen.abrams@verizon.net, We also conduct mailing parties to
distribute newsletters, fund-raising material, membership renewal
envelopes and other collateral. Contact Jane Arntz at 508-829-7396 or
sjaj12@hotmail.com."
Mass Central Rail Trail (MCRT) Task Force Get out there! Help design and manage development of the MCRT. This popular task force welcomes the volunteer services of engineers, surveyors, and bridge and road builders, trail inspectors, display and sign builders, and much more. Both skilled professionals and those with a pair of willing hands are wanted. Contact Ed Yaglou at 978-355-2539 or egyaglou@netzero.net. Trail Clearing and Maintenance Help clear new sections of the rail trail and foot trails and maintain those already built. Work with handsaws and loppers, clear brush, feed the chipper, or clean drainage ditches. Lumberjacks also wanted. Volunteers are also needed to monitor trail sections for blowdowns and drainage problems. Contact Stan Miller at 508-752-3580 or slmiller50@aol.com, or Colleen Abrams at 508-479-2123 or colleen.abrams@verizon.net Springdale Mill Historic Site Committee Cleared to preserve an example of the industrial history of the Wachusett watershed, the Mill has become a popular destination and rest stop along the West Boylston-Holden section of the MCRT. You can help maintain and enhance this remarkable interpretive site for all to enjoy and learn from. Contact Ruth Spaulding at 508-829-4869 or randr6rs@cs.com. Trailhead Plantings Join dedicated gardeners Ed and Olympia Ayers in this ongoing campaign to brighten the MCRT. Contact Ed or Olympia at 508-869-2952. Grant Writing Constructing and maintaining 30 miles of rail trail and other projects requires significant ongoing funding, much of it generated through government, foundation and corporate grants. Why not apply your writing skills to a good cause. To get involved, contact Joan Platt at 508-829-5333 or joanplatt@charter.net. Greenways Connector – Our Newsletter Handy with a camera? Have a knack for interviewing interesting people or reporting on special events? Have knowledge of the flora, fauna, history or geology of the region or topics that merit coverage? Then the Connector is your creative outlet. Contact editor Peder Pedersen at pjerrot@comcast.net, or manager Viv Ouellette 508-829-5341 or houellette@charter.net Greenways Guide We’re enhancing and updating the
Wachusett Greenway Guide and Map to reflect new trails, landmarks and protected
lands. To help or offer suggestions or corrections, contact Chris Nichols
smachange@msn.com 978-464-2328 Event Leaders Lead a walk or bike ride to your favorite spots on the trail. Share your love of wildflowers, birds, trees or history. Canoeing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing leaders are especially prized. Contact Ida Nystrom at 508-829-9709 or inystrom@earthlink.net. Other Ways to Help? Do you have other ways to help? Great fund raising ideas? Suggestions for Wachusett Greenways? Please contact Colleen Abrams at 508-829-3954 or colleen.abrams@verizon.net.
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