Conservation Stewardship Program
The Conservation Stewardship Program is a volunteer program led by Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s Conservation section that provides hands-on experience and training in community science and natural resource management within parks.
Community Science
Pollinator habitat documentation – Explore different pollinator habitats and connect further with nature by observing and identifying plant and pollinator species!
- Volunteers record plant and pollinator species at pollinator habitats across various parks. Data collected from surveys helps assess the quality of pollinator habitats which informs current and future maintenance and expansions.
Trail monitoring (COMING SOON)– Do you find yourself frequently using our trails or would like to explore more trails? This route is great for those who would like to create a positive impact just by sharing what you see!
- Volunteers monitor trail conditions and report findings to Columbus Recreation and Parks’ Conservation Section.
Natural Resource Management
Pollinator habitat maintenance – Want to be more involved in your local pollinator habitat by getting your hands a bit dirty?
- Volunteers remove invasives and weeds within pollinator habitats.
Interested in becoming a Conservation Steward?
STEP 1: Complete the Conservation Stewardship Program Interest Form linked here.
STEP 2: Review the Conservation Stewardship Program Handbook linked here.
STEP 3: Complete the necessary training for your area of interest (community science, natural resource management or both!). Check Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s VolunteerHub to see any opening Conservation Stewardship Program Training Sessions here.
STEP 4: Start volunteering at a local park!
Questions? Email:
Alaina Reimer (Volunteer Services) – AMReimer@columbus.gov
Jenny Doan (Conservation) – JTDoan@columbus.gov
Pam Steck (Conservation) – PNSteck@columbus.gov