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Steps to Becoming a Volunteer
There are plenty of ways to get involved; check out our
volunteer opportunities to see
what interests you.
Apply! Fill out our
volunteer application (PDF) and send it to us via fax
(619) 237-7612 or mail (5275 Market Street, Suite A, San Diego,
CA 92114, attn: Erin Sheehy).
We will contact you as soon as we receive the application to
scheduled an orientation.
Orientation Volunteers are required to go
through a one-on-one orientation with our volunteer coordinator
covering information on Outdoor Outreach, our programs,
volunteer expectations and needs, safety procedures, etc.
The volunteer coordinator will also discuss with you your
available time, interests and strengths, and how they correspond
to the needs of our programs.
Background Check Volunteers need to complete a Live Scan criminal justice background check (done through
fingerprinting) prior to volunteering. This can be done at any
point during the application process. Please download and print
the
request for Live Scan service
form and bring two copies to the Live Scan office. Live Scan will notify Outdoor Outreach when the background check has
been completed. Click
here for a list of locations.
What You Need to Know
Outdoor Outreach does not require a minimum time commitment
so you can give as much or as little of your time as you wish.
However, we do ask for dependability. Be on time, be
respectful and be positive.
Additionally, we do require volunteers who participate on our
outdoor trips to be CPR and First Aid certified, or to obtain
certification within the first six months of volunteering.
We do organize training sessions two to three times a year, but
encourage volunteers to complete training as quickly as
possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Active Volunteers
Check out our event calendar
for upcoming trip opportunities! For all other volunteer
interests, questions or concerns, please email our volunteer
coordinator at
erin@outdooroutreach.org. |
