Volunteer Opportunities
Being a Heard volunteer has numerous perks
and plays a vital role in the museum’s success.
Volunteer opportunities are always available
and training is provided.
Badge Workshop Leaders - Lead fun and interactive nature activities for Scouting  groups on Saturdays. The Heard is looking for individuals who interact well with children and adults, are comfortable as group leaders and are excited about nature.
Bird Banding Team - Help collect critical research data from migrating birds.
Bird Banding Project
 Docent - Volunteer as a Museum Docent at the Heard in our sparkling new indoor exhibit, Treasures of the Earth! Docents are needed seven days a week, but especially Thursday – Sunday, to guide visitors and youth through the exhibit and answer questions. Knowledge of geology would be a welcomed asset in potential docents, but is not required.
Education Department/Natural Science Department - Volunteers in these areas are trained for the following activities: Live Animal Caregiver, Living Lab Docent, Live Animal Presenter and Texas Nature Trackers
Native Plant Garden - Help with the care and maintenance of our two-acre Native Plant Garden.
Nature Sanctuary Restoration - Help the Heard Staff maintain the trails, prairies and forests in the sanctuary.
 Nature Store/Front Desk - The Nature Store is a great place to be if you enjoy meeting people and have an interest in retail sales. This is a busy area, especially during events.
Office/Clerical- Computer data entry and general office projects are available Monday-Friday.
 Observation Station Guide - Walk young participants (ages 16 and under) through a progressive and interactive observation program to foster an active interest in the natural world.
 Ropes Course Volunteer - Perfect for outdoor adventure enthusiasts! Help groups learn about trust, communication, teamwork and more! Volunteers must enjoy working with kids and adults. No experience necessary.
Special Events – Events require many volunteers throughout the year.
Trail Guides - Trail guides are needed throughout the year to lead groups and individuals on nature trails. No experience
is required; training is provided.
Youth Volunteers (ages 16+) - Contact Beverly for further information.
Heard Volunteer Applications
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Volunteer News
Check out these great volunteer opportunities!
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Docent
Volunteer as a Museum Docent at the Heard in our sparkling new indoor exhibit, Treasures of the Earth! Docents are needed seven days a week, but especially Thursday – Sunday, to guide visitors and youth through the exhibit and answer questions. Experience welcomed, but not required.
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Observation Station Guide Walk young participants (ages 16 and under) through a progressive and interactive observation program to foster an active interest in the natural world. Students earn points for their passbooks through a series of quizzes and scavenger hunts. The Station is open on Saturday and Sunday.
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Trail Guides
Trail guides are needed throughout the year to lead groups and individuals on nature trails. No experience
is required;
training is provided.
Trail Guide Training
Coming soon!
Stay tuned for more details
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Event Volunteers
Did you know that Heard event volunteers receive free admission to the event
they volunteer at? With incredible events happening year-round, now is the time to sign up for this great opportunity! Next event:
Holiday Trail of Lights
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For more details, contact:
Beverly Halperin
bhalperin@heardmuseum.org
Thank you to our great event volunteers who helped at
the Fall Plant Sale & Halloween at the Heard!
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