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Boulder County, Colo. - Boulder County Parks & Open Space is looking for volunteers for the following: Altona Schoolhouse, Mining Museum Guides, and Weed Warriors.

Altona Schoolhouse

Volunteers inspire curiosity in students by leading fun and educational programs at this historic school. Volunteers will lead one-room school experiences, share history and artifacts with visitors, set up and clean activity areas, and research and lead period-appropriate crafts, games, and songs. The application deadline is Friday, March 20. Training begins in mid-late April. Learn more and apply.

Mining Museum Guides

Volunteers welcome visitors to the museums, teach them about the mining history of Boulder County, and answer questions about the exhibits and the local area. Volunteers also lead educational programs for organized groups such as schools, senior centers, and interest groups. The application deadline is Friday, April 10. Initial trainings will take place on Sunday, May 3 or on Saturday May 16, with additional trainings for each museum site to follow. Learn more and apply.

Weed Warriors

Join our group of citizen scientists and help take care of our open spaces! Volunteers will work on a 1-mile section along the Walker Ranch Loop trail three times a year. On each visit, you'll pull out invasive weeds, check specific points in your area, and fill out a simple form with the data. Our team at Boulder County Parks & Open Space will give you training on-site and in the classroom. You'll learn about identifying invasive plants, removing them, and collecting data. The application deadline is Monday, April 13. Training begins with an orientation held on Saturday, April 18. Learn more and apply.