These opportunities are curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement. Please reach out directly to opportunity sponsors with any questions about their offerings.
Feb 1 – GRACE Marketplace Volunteer Orientation
Description
Anyone who is new to volunteering at GRACE will need to attend a volunteer orientation before they are able to sign up for volunteer shifts.
Take a walking tour of Grace and learn about what we do, the population we serve and answer any questions. Upon completion, you may begin to self-schedule volunteer activities at the Donation Center, the GRACE Free Boutique, and more.
Date and Time
Saturday, February 1st from 12 PM – 1 PM
Location
3055 NE 28th Dr, Gainesville, FL, USA
Register
Feb 15 – McCarty Woods Restoration
Host Organization
UF Biodiversity Institute
Description
Join the McCarty Woods team to maintain the McCarty Woods area, a 2.9-acre expanse of hardwood forest, home to numerous plant and animal species on the UF Campus.
There will be lots more things to plant and, of course, remove the weeds.
Please dress appropriately and bring water and gloves if you have them. We will again bring water, gloves, garbage bags, loppers, small hand saws, doughnuts!
All ages and skills levels welcome. Come for whatever time you can
Date and Time
Saturday, February 15th from 9 AM – 10:30 AM
Location
McCarty Woods, UF Campus
Meet at the picnic tables by Garage IV (on the northeast corner of the Newell Drive/Museum Road intersection).