National Wildlife Federation's South Central Regional Center in Austin invites you to become a Habitat Steward volunteer!
Austin is the largest metropolitan area in the country to receive the designation as a Community Wildlife Habitat™ by the National Wildlife Federation (NWF). This success was possible because of people like you, who make an effort to create native wildscapes at their homes and in public places and volunteer to teach and assist others as Habitat Stewards. Become an important part of our city’s efforts to Keep Austin Wild!
Habitat Stewards training is engaging, fun and highly informative! During your 30+ hours of hands-on training, you will meet local conservation professionals and other similarly interested folks. You will learn about:
• How to Create Wildlife Friendly Habitats
• Native and Invasive Plants
• Landscape Design Principles
• Ways to Support Habitat in the Community
• Native and Local Wildlife
Share your passion for wildlife and help to Keep Austin Wild!
Please check your calendar to make sure you can attend the following training days:
Thursday, September 8, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Saturday, September 10, 8:45am-3:00pm
Thursday, September 15, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Saturday, September 17, 8:45am-3:00pm
Thursday, September 22, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Saturday, September 24, 8:30am-12:30pm
Saturday, October 1, 8:30am-12:30pm
Thursday, October 6, 6:00pm-8:00pm
An important part of becoming a Habitat Steward is giving back. We ask that each Steward commit to 30 hours of volunteer habitat work in the community.
What: Habitat Steward Training
When: Thursdays & Saturdays starting September 8th through October 6th, 2011.
Where: Austin, TX
Training Fee: $40, which covers the cost of materials. Scholarships are available.
Deadline to Register: August 29, 2011. Seating is limited.
Sponsored by: City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department and their partners, National Wildlife Federation, the Travis Audubon Society, Wildlife Rescue, Inc.
If you are interested in applying please fill out the online questionnaire:
Hope you can make it!
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