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Volunteer Opportunities
Let Us Put You to Work for Lacawac


Why Volunteer

Volunteers are the bread and butter of Lacawac.  Since the 1970’s, thousands of hours have been spent on habitat restoration, fundraising, education, research, largely through the efforts of volunteers.  If you are willing to meet new people, have a lot of fun, and help Lacawac grow, then our volunteer program is for you.

Volunteer Opportunities include...

  • Trail Maintenance​
  • Deer exclosure fence monitoring and repair
  • Gardening and Landscaping
  • Environmental Education
  • Program Hosts
  • Office Work
  • Special Events
  • Hospitality
  • General Maintenance
  • Special Projects
  • ​Citizen Science Opportunities

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Who can Volunteer?

Anyone! We gladly accept volunteers of all ages and abilities. Work as a part of an organized corporate group, scout troop, school class, service club or other group. 

When can I Volunteer?

We have opportunities for one-time volunteering as well as regularly scheduled hours.   Lacawac also hosts Volunteer Days periodically. Join other volunteers in a day of work and fun.
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Community Service Hours

We are happy to help you fill community service hour requirements for schools and other programs. 

How do I become a Lacawac Volunteer?

The first step is to fill out the Lacawac Volunteer Application below. A member of the Lacawac staff will contact you with available opportunities. For more information, contact our Volunteer Coordinator Diane Madaio at volunteer@lacawac.org or call 570-689-9494.
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Volunteer Handbook
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Lacawac Hours:  Open to the public sunrise to sunset

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LACAWAC SANCTUARY FOUNDATION
94 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436
570.689.9494 - info@lacawac.org
Lacawac Sanctuary Field Station and Environmental Education Center is an independent, non-profit, environmental education organization located on the shore of Lake Wallenpaupack in the Northern Poconos.  We operate solely on grants and private donations from people like you.
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