Darke County Parks relies upon volunteer involvement

in all aspects of our operations, from programs to maintenance.  Descriptions of volunteer opportunities are listed on this page.  After basic training, and the required paperwork, volunteers can set up a customized work schedule.  Completed volunteer applications should be mailed to the Nature Center.  For more info, contact our Volunteer Coordinator or fill out an application on the left.  

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Volunteer in the Spotlight- Winter 2024

This quarter we recognize Kitty as our volunteer in the spotlight! Kitty has been volunteering at Historic Bear’s Mill for over a year now and enjoys being around the staff while pricing new products that come in. She used to lead activities with the Alzheimer’s unit at the Brethren Home. Kitty prefers to be out helping others because it makes her feel better than sitting at home watching TV. She considers it a form of therapy! In her free time, she does word searches, bakes, and spends time with family. Kitty hopes to see the Mill continue to be preserved and attract new people abroad.

Thank you Kitty!

 

Download the Volunteer Application HERE

When you have worn out your shoes, the strength of the shoe leather has passed into the fiber of your body. I measure your health by the number of shoes and hats and clothes you have worn out
— Ralph Waldo Emerson