Join us to learn about volunteer opportunities with PVAS!

PVAS Host: Erin Smaldone

Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 30 participants. This program has a minimum of 5 participants.

PVMN Continuing Education and Volunteer Credit Eligible

Are you interested in volunteering with PVAS this year? Whether you are a long-time volunteer or brand new, we invite you to learn about PVAS and the types of volunteer opportunities we offer. This is your chance to ask questions, chat with fellow volunteers, and discover how you can best help PVAS achieve its mission through volunteerism. Light refreshments and short guided tour in and around the Case Nature Center are included. During the tour we’ll learn about the nature center’s green roof, how we care for our Animal Ambassadors during public events,  how volunteers are restoring the forest near the nature center, and more! Register today!

After this program, Master Naturalist Roy Boyle will lead a Winter Tree Identification Hike. Click here to learn more!

• Walking Distance: Less than 1/4 mile during a brief tour in the area just around the Case Nature Center.
• Pace/Activities: Leisurely (meandering, many breaks to stop and observe)
• Restroom: Indoor, flushing restrooms are available in the Case Nature Center.
• Parking/Where to Meet: Meet inside the Case Nature Center.
• What to Bring: Dress for the weather (including a hat for outside) and bring water. You may also want to wear bug spray when outside.

Register Here!

Registration will remain open until the start of the program.

If the required minimum # of people do not register by 4 pm the evening prior, the program will be cancelled.

Read our Program Policies.

About our Host: Erin comes to us with over 20 years of experience and leadership in the fields of environmental/experiential education and interpretation. She worked with the National Park Service as an interpretive park ranger for several years and has many years of experience working with children in outdoor settings. She most recently served as the education director for the West Virginia Botanic Garden. She is looking forward to working with PVAS staff, volunteers, and community members to fulfil the PVAS mission, which closely aligns with her personal interests and passions related to the outdoors and teaching others. In her spare time, Erin enjoys gardening, photography, yoga, and spending time with friends and family.