"Put your energy and dedication to work as a greenways ambassador.  The Hospitality team staffs information kiosks at trail events, local fairs and on other occasions.  Contact Colleen Abrams at 508-479-2123 or colleen.abrams@verizon.net,   We also conduct mailing parties to distribute newsletters, fund-raising material, membership renewal envelopes and other collateral.  Contact Jane Arntz at 508-829-7396 or sjaj12@hotmail.com."

            

     Find Your Niche…Volunteer

Volunteers are vital to Wachusett Greenways' success. Come join us for opportunities for fun and service.  From trail work, to events planning, to grant writing, newsletter production and other initiatives, Greenways provides a host of rewarding volunteer opportunities. So read on. We’re confident you’ll find your niche, make new friends, and do great things for your neighbors, the Wachusett watershed – and yourself!

 Trail Clearing and Maintenance Help clear new sections of the rail trail and foot trails and maintain those already built. Work with handsaws and loppers, clear brush, feed the chipper, or clean drainage ditches. Lumberjacks also wanted. Contact Colleen Abrams at colleen.abrams@verizon.net or 508-829-3954.  You can also contact trail team leader, Gordo Elliott 508-753-0420 to suggest a trail clearing session:

 Welcome Center Stewards.  Help care for the new welcome center. Contact Christy Barnes bertinbarnes@verizon.net or 508-755-6321 or Chuck Belanger (508) 829-6355 or cgbelanger@msn.com to offer your help.

 Springdale Mill Historic Site Committee Cleared to preserve an example of the industrial history of the Wachusett watershed, the Mill has become a popular destination along the MCRT. The Mill Committee also holds an annual celebration in September. You can help others to learn and have fun at this remarkable interpretive site. Contact Ruth Spaulding at 508-829-4869 or rspaulding6@charter.net.

 Mass Central Rail Trail (MCRT) Task Force Help design and manage development of the MCRT. This popular task force welcomes the volunteer services of engineers, surveyors, and bridge and road builders, trail inspectors, display and sign builders, and much more. Both skilled professionals and those with a pair of willing hands are wanted. Contact Ed Yaglou at 978-355-2539 or egyaglou@verizon.net.

 Hospitality Put your energy and dedication to work as a Greenways ambassador. The hospitality team staffs information kiosks at rail trail events, local fairs and on other occasions.  Greeters at the new Welcome Center in Rutland at 21 Miles Road are wanted to serve according to your available schedule. Contact colleen.abrams@verizon.net.

 Mailing We conduct mailing parties to distribute newsletters and membership mailings.  This hearty band enjoys coffee and good company.  Contact S. Jane Arntz at 508-829-7396 or sjaj12@hotmail.com.

 Family Fun Day Help put on an annual spring party to celebrate the great outdoors!  Contact Nancy Lucier at nlucier@westboylston.com or 508-835-3490 or Colleen Abrams colleen.abrams@verizon.net to sign on.

 Trailhead Plantings  This is an ongoing campaign to brighten the MCRT. Contact Christy Barnes bertinbarnes@verizon.net, 508-755-6321

 Trail Patroller Select your favorite trail section and help keep it in great shape by picking up branches and litter and keeping drainage clear.  Contact Paul Hennessey at peh01543@charter.net or 508-886-6317 to sign up.

 Grant Writing Constructing and maintaining 30 miles of rail trail and other projects requires significant ongoing funding, much of it generated through government, foundation and corporate grants. Why not apply your writing skills to a good cause. To get involved, contact Colleen Abrams 508-829-3954 or colleen.abrams@verizon.net

 Greenways Connector – Our Newsletter Handy with a camera? Have a knack for interviewing interesting people or reporting on special events? Then the Connector is your creative outlet. Contact editors Peder Pedersen at pjerrot@comcast.net, Grace Blydenburgh at gbly1@charter.net or manager Viv Ouellette 508-829-5341 or vivoue30@charter.net.  Or contact Ken McDonnell ken@mobiusconnect.comto offer your help with Constant Contact messages. 

 Four Seasons Exhibit.  For several years, Greenways held an annual exhibit.  Dozens of artists have shared their works.  Would you like to be the exhibit coordinator?  Or would you like to participate in the exhibit.  Contact Colleen Abrams 508-829-3954.

  Greenways Guide We’re enhancing and updating the Wachusett Greenway Guide and Map to reflect new trails, landmarks and protected lands. We’ll also be developing other trail guides. To help or offer suggestions contact Steve Dubrule alldubrule@charter.net or 508-829-1769

 Website Guru  Do you have a knack for website design?  Contact Hank Ouellette at 508-829-5341 or houellette@charter.net

 Event Leaders. Lead a walk or bike ride to your favorite spots on the trail. Share your love of wildflowers, birds, trees or history. Canoeing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and bicycling leaders are also prized. Contact Christy Barnes at 508-755-6321 or bertinbarnes@verizon.net.

 Other needs:

Youth group and scout project leader….Volunteer coordinator

Special events--bike tours, walk/run events--team with other nonprofits

Sign installers….Carpenters…Other Ways to Help? Great fund raising ideas? Suggestions for Wachusett Greenways? Please contact Colleen Abrams at 508-829-3954 or colleen.abrams@verizon.net.709) with questions.