Volunteer Training
Friday, November 22
10am–2pm
Sierra Valley Preserve Nature Center
Interested in volunteering as a docent at the new Sierra Valley Preserve Nature Center? Join us for an in-person training to get oriented and prepared to welcome the public into the new facility.
Additionally, Paul Hardy, founder of the Feather River Land Trust will offer a “Sierra Valley 101” presentation, equipping all our docents with interesting and inspiring knowledge about Sierra Valley!
FRLT/Jenna Holland
Mark V Reynolds
Event Details
Friday, November 22
10am–2pm
Sierra Valley Preserve Nature Center
With the opening of the new Sierra Valley Preserve Nature Center, we have an increased need for docents and volunteers! If you haven’t already filled out the Volunteer Interest Form on our volunteer page, there are lots of opportunities available for volunteers at the new Nature Center.
What to expect: Come ready to learn about all things Nature Center and Sierra Valley Preserve!
What to bring: You will need a notebook and pen for notes. Please bring a bag lunch. Coffee, tea, and snacks will be served.
About the Sierra Valley Preserve and Nature Center
Since 2003, the Feather River Land Trust, The Nature Conservancy, and the Northern Sierra Partnership have worked together to create the Sierra Valley Preserve: 2,575 acres of protected land in California’s largest mountain valley. This biodiversity hotspot is at the headwaters of the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork Feather River and a key stop along the Pacific Flyway.
With tremendous community support, we are establishing the Sierra Valley Preserve as a hub for nature-based recreation and learning where visitors and locals alike can experience the wonders of Sierra Valley’s beauty, cultural richness, and incredible biodiversity. The new Nature Center and facilities include interactive exhibits, new interpretive trails and picnic areas, and year-round educational programs and activities.
You can read all about the planning and history behind the project here, or check out our Nature Center Progress Updates to see all the construction milestones so far.
Check out more from the Feather River Land Trust!
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