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Environmental Volunteers

www.evols.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
The Environmental Volunteers' mission is to promote understanding of, and responsibility for the environment through hands-on science education.

Contact:
Brittany Sabol, Education and Training Coordinator
Environmental Volunteers
3921 East Bayshore Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303
Phone: (650) 961-0545
Fax: (650) 961-0548
brittany@evols.org

Geographical Focus:
State

Counties Served:
San Mateo, Santa Clara

Activities:
Education, Conservation, Water Pollution Prevention

Topic:
Wetlands, Kelp Forest, Beaches, Rocky Intertidal, Wildlife, Energy, Endangered Species, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Bay & Estuary Habitats, Open Ocean/Oceanography, Oil Pollution, Fish Study, Tidepools, Bay and Marine Birds

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Activity/Learning Kit, Outreach Programs, On-Site Programs, Guided Walks, Field Trips, Nature Trails, Newsletter, Brochures, Multimedia, Website

Speaker/Lecture Series:
Docents speaking

Education Programs:
Our organization provides hands-on learning programs to K-8th graders presented by trained docents. This is then followed (in most cases) by a field trip that corresponds to the information. We also train docents and teachers in nine natural science topics:
All About Birds
Bay Ecology
Foothills Ecology
Early California Indians: An Environmental Focus
Earthquake Geology
Energy and Natural Resources
Marine Ecology
Nature in your Neighborhood
Water Science and Conservation

Target Audiences:
K-8

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 30

In-Service Training:
Teachers, Docents/Volunteers, Naturalists, Students/Interns
Our volunteer training program is open to the public. All volunteers complete this training before beginning their work in classrooms.

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Volunteer Docent
  Description:
Environmental Volunteers train people who have an interest in children and science/nature to go into local K-8 grade classrooms, and to local field trip sites to teach nine different environmental subjects (Bay Ecology, Foothill Ecology, Nature in Your Neighborhood, etc.) We provide interested volunteers with training that is fun and informative. Volunteer hours are flexible.
  When Needed:
School year and some Summer camp
  Qualifications:
An interest in nature and children. No previous teaching experience or natural science experience needed.
  Commitment Required:
3 hours per month for 1 school year, although flexible
  Application/Training:
Volunteers are required to complete one classroom training course. Courses are 6-7 weeks long meeting once a week for 4.5 hours.
  Community Service Documentation:
No
  Contact:
Brittany Sabol, Education and Training Director
(650) 961-0545
brittany@evols.org
www.evols.org


Internship Opportunities

  Program:
Nature Docent Interns
  Description:
Nature Docent Interns will complete a customized training program and make classroom presentations. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the local environment and gain valuable teaching and leadership skills, and be part of a successful grassroots organization.
  When Needed:
Throughout the school year
  Qualifications:
Candidates should be undergraduates or graduate students interested in the environment and education. Successful candidates will have good rapport with children and volunteers and the ability to work independently with appropriate supervision.
  Application:
Applications are found on our website. Send cover letter and application by email. Fax, or mail.
  Number of Interns:
4
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
Yes
  Credit:
Yes
  Contact Name:
Brittany Sabol, Education and Training Director
(650) 961-0545
brittany@evols.org
www.evols.org


Service Fee:
See website for current fees. Scholarships are available.


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