Opportunities From: Volunteer | YMCA of the North

Volunteer: Farm--High Tunnel and Garden Volunteer at Camp St. Croix

Volunteer days and hours:

April: Tuesdays and Thursdays 2-4pm
May-Sept: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8-10am
October: Thursdays 2-4pm

1.  
Volunteer Summary: 

You can make a big difference in food security in the St. Croix Valley by volunteering at the High Tunnel Farm at Camp St. Croix! You will help our staff maintain the high tunnels, outdoor fields, and educational gardens. This volunteer opportunity also includes being part of a positive atmosphere that promotes team member and program participant safety and satisfaction in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Volunteers should come prepared with gloves, comfortable work clothing, and a water bottle. 

2.  Volunteer General Responsibilities: 

Assist the Farm Staff with seasonal responsibilities such as planting, harvesting produce, weeding, turning over beds, washing and packing produce, and other maintenance aspects of vegetable production. Engage other volunteers in meaningful projects throughout the year through fun and positive interactions. Follow all procedures and policies of the camp and association.  

3.  Volunteer Qualifications/Requirements:

Ability to read, interpret instructions and procedures, and follow-through with instructions to job completion. Strong verbal and written communication skills Criminal background check

4.  Physical Demands: 

Ability to perform tasks outdoors in seasonal elements and conditions. Perform essential maintenance in high tunnel, outdoor fields, and wash and pack facilities which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead; crouching; kneeling; shoveling and pulling; working in narrow and/or confining spaces; reaching overhead on a ladder; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lifting up to 25-50 pounds. 

5.  Additional Notes: 

Directions to the Farm at YMCA Camp St. Croix: turn in at the entrance that says "North Entrance" or "Daycroix" (345 Riverview Drive, Hudson, WI, 54016) and follow the driveway all the way down, curving to the left, and then left again. Drive all the way down to the big red dairy barn, and park behind the barn in the small gravel lot.**

 

**For some of the larger events that require more volunteers, there might not be room in the lot behind the barn, in which case you can park in the lawn where others are parking!

Program: YMCA Camp St. Croix

Volunteer days and hours:

April: Tuesdays and Thursdays 2-4pm
May-Sept: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8-10am
October: Thursdays 2-4pm

1.  
Volunteer Summary: 

You can make a big difference in food security in the St. Croix Valley by volunteering at the High Tunnel Farm at Camp St. Croix! You will help our staff maintain the high tunnels, outdoor fields, and educational gardens. This volunteer opportunity also includes being part of a positive atmosphere that promotes team member and program participant safety and satisfaction in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Volunteers should come prepared with gloves, comfortable work clothing, and a water bottle. 

2.  Volunteer General Responsibilities: 

Assist the Farm Staff with seasonal responsibilities such as planting, harvesting produce, weeding, turning over beds, washing and packing produce, and other maintenance aspects of vegetable production. Engage other volunteers in meaningful projects throughout the year through fun and positive interactions. Follow all procedures and policies of the camp and association.  

3.  Volunteer Qualifications/Requirements:

Ability to read, interpret instructions and procedures, and follow-through with instructions to job completion. Strong verbal and written communication skills Criminal background check

4.  Physical Demands: 

Ability to perform tasks outdoors in seasonal elements and conditions. Perform essential maintenance in high tunnel, outdoor fields, and wash and pack facilities which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead; crouching; kneeling; shoveling and pulling; working in narrow and/or confining spaces; reaching overhead on a ladder; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lifting up to 25-50 pounds. 

5.  Additional Notes: 

Directions to the Farm at YMCA Camp St. Croix: turn in at the entrance that says "North Entrance" or "Daycroix" (345 Riverview Drive, Hudson, WI, 54016) and follow the driveway all the way down, curving to the left, and then left again. Drive all the way down to the big red dairy barn, and park behind the barn in the small gravel lot.**

 

**For some of the larger events that require more volunteers, there might not be room in the lot behind the barn, in which case you can park in the lawn where others are parking!

Program: YMCA Camp St. Croix

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 54016

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Camp Widjiwagan Community Council

Board members: please sign up for this opportunity as it will allow for us to be better track our volunteer hours. Thank you! 

Program: YMCA Camp Widjiwagan

Board members: please sign up for this opportunity as it will allow for us to be better track our volunteer hours. Thank you! 

Program: YMCA Camp Widjiwagan

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 55114

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Menogyn Progam Volunteers

This is a volunteer position for folks who will be on site helping at camp while campers are present and includes spouses/partners of our health officers. 

Program: YMCA Camp Menogyn

This is a volunteer position for folks who will be on site helping at camp while campers are present and includes spouses/partners of our health officers. 

Program: YMCA Camp Menogyn

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 55604

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Camp Northern Lights Community Board

Board members: please sign up for this opportunity as it will allow for us to be better track our volunteer hours. Thank you! 

Program: YMCA Camp Northern Lights

Board members: please sign up for this opportunity as it will allow for us to be better track our volunteer hours. Thank you! 

Program: YMCA Camp Northern Lights

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 55114

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Menogyn Community Council Meetings

Council members, please sign up here so we can track volunteer hours throughout the year for your attendance at board meetings. 

Program: YMCA Camp Menogyn

Council members, please sign up here so we can track volunteer hours throughout the year for your attendance at board meetings. 

Program: YMCA Camp Menogyn

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 55114

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Widjiwagan Volunteer

1.  Volunteer Summary:  

You can make a big difference in YMCA Camping! You will help our staff maintain our high quality facilities, property and program areas for all to enjoy. You will assist our team with upkeep, improvement of program areas, while creating a positive environment of friendliness. This consists of excellent customer service by smiling at everyone you encounter and ensuring guests are having fun. It also includes being part of a positive atmosphere that promotes team member and program participant safety and satisfaction in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.  

2.  Volunteer General Responsibilities:  

Assist the Property team with facility, grounds and maintenance projects in flexible schedule basis on weekdays  Engage other volunteers in meaningful projects throughout the year through fun and positive interactions  Follow all procedures and policies of the department, branch and association  

3.  Volunteer Qualifications/Requirements:  

Minimum age of 18.  Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.  Strong verbal and written communication skills.  Volunteer application  Criminal background check  Signed code of conduct  Completion of online New Volunteer Orientation (NVO)  

Prior experience with maintenance and grounds care preferred  

4.  Physical Demands: 

Ability to perform tasks outdoors in seasonal elements and conditions.  Perform essential maintenance to facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead; crouching; kneeling; shoveling; working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back. 

5.  Additional Notes:  

This volunteer opportunity represents the primary needs identified at this time but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The volunteer will also be responsible for taking direction from their supervisor or other designated YMCA team member. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge  

The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the association’s mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.   

The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all. 

Program: YMCA Camp Widjiwagan

1.  Volunteer Summary:  

You can make a big difference in YMCA Camping! You will help our staff maintain our high quality facilities, property and program areas for all to enjoy. You will assist our team with upkeep, improvement of program areas, while creating a positive environment of friendliness. This consists of excellent customer service by smiling at everyone you encounter and ensuring guests are having fun. It also includes being part of a positive atmosphere that promotes team member and program participant safety and satisfaction in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.  

2.  Volunteer General Responsibilities:  

Assist the Property team with facility, grounds and maintenance projects in flexible schedule basis on weekdays  Engage other volunteers in meaningful projects throughout the year through fun and positive interactions  Follow all procedures and policies of the department, branch and association  

3.  Volunteer Qualifications/Requirements:  

Minimum age of 18.  Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.  Strong verbal and written communication skills.  Volunteer application  Criminal background check  Signed code of conduct  Completion of online New Volunteer Orientation (NVO)  

Prior experience with maintenance and grounds care preferred  

4.  Physical Demands: 

Ability to perform tasks outdoors in seasonal elements and conditions.  Perform essential maintenance to facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead; crouching; kneeling; shoveling; working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back. 

5.  Additional Notes:  

This volunteer opportunity represents the primary needs identified at this time but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The volunteer will also be responsible for taking direction from their supervisor or other designated YMCA team member. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge  

The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the association’s mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.   

The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all. 

Program: YMCA Camp Widjiwagan

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 55731

Allow Groups: No