Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities at the American River Water Education Center at Folsom Dam
A wide variety of volunteer options are available at the center. Here are some volunteer opportunities that may be of interest to you. Check it out!
Greeters
Work at the main desk greeting and assisting visitors. Provide information on local recreational opportunities and directions, and assist with sales and center display upkeep.
Sales Staff
Provide sales assistance to visitors, operate cash register, make correct change, and may track and reorder merchandise.
Programs and Activities
Lead activities or assist and/or conduct presentations for:
- AR Water Education Center
- Folsom Dam & Reservoir
- ARWEC Schoolhouse
- Folsom Historic Powerhouse
- Outreach Programs
- Special Events
Exhibit and Program Development
Assist in the development of materials and activities used in school programs. This may include exhibit development, brochures, and educational programs.
Miscellaneous
Help maintain the xeriscape garden, construct small building projects (benches, activity pieces, etc.), word processing, clerical assistance, help with special events and more! What is your special talent?
Qualifications
Desire to work directly with the public, staff, and other volunteers. Must enjoy children. Have good communication skills, willing to be flexible, and friendly. Must be honest and be able to work independently. Must be ready to accept the fact that you are making a positive contribution to the environment and education of center visitors!
Commitment
Minimum of 6 hours per month with a one year commitment. The Education Center is open Monday through Friday. Help with special events is requested occasionally on weekends throughout the year. Regular volunteer meetings are on the last Tuesday of every other month at the Education Center.
Interested? Call 916-989-7289 or 916-989-7275.
The mission of the Bureau of Reclamation is to manage, develop, and protect water and related resources in an environmentally and economically sound manner in the interest of the American public.
The mission of the American River Water Education Center is to increase the public’s knowledge of the watershed – both the natural features and human interactions within the watershed. Emphasis is placed on increasing the public’s understanding of the water cycle and watersheds, and on how individuals can actively participate in resource conservation and on Folsom Dam’s multiple roles in meeting the needs of urban, industrial, agricultural and natural systems.
Come join the gang at ARWEC!
For more information, contact us at the
American River Water Education Center at Folsom Dam,
7794 Folsom Dam Road, Folsom, CA 95630
Phone: (916)-989-7100, (916)989—7289
Fax: 916-989-7151
folsomtouroffice@mp.usbr.gov
Website: www.usbr.gov/mp/arwec
Volunteer Activities
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Volunteers are essential to provide quality programs to the public and school groups. Volunteers provide the critical link to assist in the center and in the classroom. Trained volunteers lead tours of the center, greet the public, and assist the staff in providing programs and exhibit interpretation. |
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Volunteers are asked to work a minimum of two, three hour shifts per month. Volunteer meetings are the last Tuesday of every other month at 8:30 a.m. Participation in the meetings is not essential. Meetings are held at the Center. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please call the Center or come to a meeting - 916/989-7289. |
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We thank our volunteers. We could not reach out to students and teach them the importance of water without them and their dedication. Volunteers and staff enjoy a potluck get together in their honor. |
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Participants in the potluck enjoy the beautiful surroundings as the Granite Bay Activity Center at Folsom Lake for lunch. |
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Ron shows off his new volunteer cap, lapel pin and certificate of appreciation for his tremendous amount of hours served. |
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Nancy is congratulated on her seven years of volunteering for ARWEC! |
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ARWEC Volunteers gather for a field trip around New Melones Lake. Our very own BOR Ranger Lindsey was our guide. |
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Not only do our volunteers teach students about our own watershed, they live it as they take on a vigorous hike down the trail to Natural Bridge. |
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Volunteers and staff agree. “It was worth the hike”. The Stanislaus River was refreshing and the limestone cavern/tunnel was a sight to see. |
Way to go gang! Thank you all for another fabulous year of volunteering, wisdom and friendship. You are all our “super stars”! |
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