Volunteer

White Oak Conservation volunteers are diverse and special members of our community. Our volunteers contribute their time, talent, and resources to support our mission to conserve threatened species of wildlife by increasing public awareness and helping to support our collaborated breeding, training, research and field programs.

When you join our volunteer team, you receive specialized training and a one-on-one meeting with our volunteer program manager before choosing which volunteer opportunity is most comfortable and right for you.

Minimum Requirements for Volunteering:

• To volunteer you must be at least 16 years of age (with written consent of your parent or guardian)
• Have a driver's license and your own transportation
• Successfully pass background and reference screening

Due to the physical nature of some of the volunteer work, volunteers must have the health and physical condition sufficient to carry out the volunteer tasks without jeopardizing his or her well-being or the well-being of others.

How Long Can I Serve as a Volunteer?

We ask volunteers to commit to at least 12 hours per month for a minimum of 6 months, although many of our volunteers contribute much more. Each volunteer shift must be at least 4 hours in length. Depending on the type of volunteer service, some volunteer activities are on an as needed basis such as special events.  Opportunities for One-time-Only projects or year round projects for groups are also available.

The Benefits of Volunteer Service

Volunteering at White Oak Conservation Center offers you experiences that are personally rewarding, challenging and sometimes on the job training for certain programs. All White Oak Conservation Center volunteers receive: 

• An orientation session and volunteer manual.
• The training and support materials needed for designated service area(s).
• WOCC E-Newsletter.
• A Volunteer Shirt.
• Invitation to the Annual Volunteer Appreciation Event.
• 10% discount at WOCC gift shop.
• Upon reaching 150 hours of service, he/she will receive a 1.5 hour guided tour of WOCC for themselves and 7 guests.
• Opportunities to develop new skills, make new friends, and learn about endangered species and conservation issues in an enthusiastic, friendly environment.

How can I learn more about volunteering?

• What are some of the opportunities available for a volunteer?
• What training is required to become a volunteer?

Our Policy

It is the policy of this organization to provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual preference, age or disability. Court ordered community service is not accepted.