Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

Hello *{{Informal Name}}*,

Our calendar for the upcoming months is packed with ways to get involved. We have a variety of roles to fill—from high-energy Youth Field Days to our beverage serving shifts—as well as some very specific needs for our upcoming Trashion Show and Bird Fest.

We’re also excited to be hosting an Earth Day Trash Pick-Up around WRI and Waterfront Park on April 22nd, and we’d love for you to for bring friends along to help us give back to our local landscape.

Whether you’re looking to inspire the next generation or support our unique community events, we have a spot for you. We truly couldn't pull these off without your time and talent, and we can't wait to see you out there!

Highlights

Volunteer opportunities detailed below:

1. 2026 Volunteer Waiver - Sign now
2. Youth Programs: Field Days - April-June opportunities
3. Spring Volunteer Training - RSVP here
4. Beverage Serving - Email Angela or Virginia if available
5. Trashion Show Support - Email Angela
6. Bird Fest Support - Email Angela if available
7. Earth Day Trash Pick-Up - RSVP here

Youth Education

Are you new to volunteering for WRI's Youth Programs? Join our Volunteer Training. See more below. 

Youth Programs: Field Days

Get ready for a rewarding spring! We have an action-packed schedule April into June, featuring roughly 28 days of volunteer opportunities supporting nine local schools. Whether you're a seasoned mentor or a first-timer, your involvement is what makes these experiences truly meaningful for our students. To get started, please check out our availability form, which shows how many volunteers are needed for specific dates and times. We will send you a confirmation email for the dates you are needed. Thank you for being such a vital part of WRI’s youth programs—we can't wait to see you out there!

Spring Volunteer Training

Monday, March 30th

9:00AM-1:00PM

Come learn more about the spring volunteer opportunities with the focus primarily on the Wild Bird Program. We will spend some time starting off with an overview of our spring opportunities followed by reviewing some of our main bird-focused lessons. Volunteers should be available for at least two youth Field Days if coming to the training.

We will provide lunch afterwards, around noon. Please RSVP and fill out your lunch order by March 27th at 12:00PM.

Community Programs

Beverage Serving Opportunities

Beverage Service:
Keep our guests refreshed. Volunteer to serve beverages at WRI's events and help create a welcoming atmosphere. The profits go towards supporting WRI's mission. Upcoming needs are:

Black Bear Bonanza | 3 to 4 volunteers

Saturday, April 11th | Volunteer hours: TBD

Schedule for the day is still being figured out, but the plan is to have a drinks table open during certain activities. If you are interested in being part of the day, let Virginia know and she will reach out with more information as it becomes available.

International Dark Sky Celebration | 2 to 3 volunteers

Sunday, April 19th | Volunteer hours: TBD

This event will be similar to a Red Barn Event that lasts all afternoon! Two speakers, family crafts, trivia, and star gazing are all part of the celebration. Drinks will be on sale from 3:15-7:15PM. If you're interested in all or part of that time, please let Virginia know!

If you’re interested in volunteering at any of the dates above, please email Angela or Virginia if mentioned.

But wait....there's more! Trashion Show & Bird Fest beverage service needs are shared below.

Being a beverage server requires a current Washington MAST certification.

Trashion Show Support

Get involved with Leavenworth's premier upcycled fashion event - Trashion Show! We will need help with setup, model wrangling, beverage serving, and more! See current needs below.  

• 1:00PM-3:00PM: 1-2 volunteers needed for setting up chairs, runway, and stage
• 5:00PM-7:00PM: 3-4 volunteers needed to guide models
• 5:00PM-7:30PM: 2-3 volunteers needed to serve drinks

If you're interested in helping out with Trashion Show, reach out to Angela to let us know your availability. More details to come!

Bird Fest Support

Leavenworth Bird Fest 2026 is just around the corner, and we are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this year’s celebration a soaring success. While the festival runs from May 14–17, our greatest need for support is on Friday and Saturday at the WRI campus, where the heart of the action takes place. Whether you’re interested in pouring drinks at our social gatherings or helping us arrange the grounds, your time and energy are what make this community event possible.

We have several key roles available for those looking to get involved:

• Friday, May 15th | Happy Hour & Game Night
  • Shift 1 (2:30–5:00PM): Help with setup and beverage sales.
  • Shift 2 (4:45–7:15PM): Manage beverage sales and assist with event cleanup.
• Saturday, May 16th | Community Fair
  • Setup Crew (8:00–10:00AM): Help us kick things off by setting up vendor tables and booth locations.
  • WRI Info Table (12:00-3:00PM): Help greet visitors at welcome table.
  • WRI Education Booth (10:00AM-3:00PM): Help with fun nature-inspired activities (best for youth education volunteers).
• Saturday, May 16th | Birders' BBQ
  • Event Prep (Starting at 3:30PM): 2–3 volunteers needed to arrange tables and prep the space.
  • Beverage Service (4:30–6:45PM): 2–3 volunteers to serve drinks during the feast.

If you're interested in helping out with Bird Fest, reach out to Angela to let us know your availability. More details to come!

Thank you again for your involvement with WRI and your commitment to your community. We appreciate you!

Sincerely,

Angela Crampton (she/her)

Outreach Coordinator

Wenatchee River Institute

acrampton@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org

509-548-0181 ext. 7

P.S. If you're no longer interested in volunteering with WRI, please let me know and you will be taken off of our volunteer list.

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