Join the Sterling Nature Center Volunteer Team
Volunteer at the Sterling Nature Center
Volunteers play an important role at the Sterling Nature Center in Sterling, New York. They help welcome visitors, support programs, and care for the space along the shore of Lake Ontario.
Opportunities include front desk support, trail workdays, and helping with programs and events. Whether you enjoy working with people or spending time outdoors, there are ways to get involved.
Christine Engel, Gonzalez
Community and Program Liaison
Marc Fellenz
Front Desk Volunteer
Our Greatest Need Right Now
Front Desk and Gift Shop Volunteers
Front desk volunteers are the heart of the Nature Center and our biggest need at this time.
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Welcome visitors and answer basic questions
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Share information about trails and programs
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Assist with the small gift shop
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Answer phones and help staff as needed
Shifts are friendly, relaxed, and a great way to meet people who love the Nature Center as much as you do.
Front Desk and Event Volunteer
Dixie True
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Spring Volunteer Orientation: Front Desk and Gift Shop
Sunday, May 3 | 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Sign up on the Events page:
Volunteer Orientation – Front Desk & Gift Shop 2
Other Ways to Volunteer
Trail Volunteers
Trail volunteering happens as a few organized group workdays each year.
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Trail cleanups and light outdoor projects
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Opportunities announced in the spring
Stay tuned for updates when dates are scheduled.
Programs and Events Volunteers
Help support programs and community events.
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Assist with setup and check-in
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Help during family activities
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Support special events throughout the year
