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Get Involved: Monte Vista (Area 17)

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of Monte Vista (Area 17). Volunteer today!

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Area Assistance

General CPW staff support in the Monte Vista area. Volunteers may work with local district wildlife managers or other area staff on a variety of projects as needed.

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Monte Vista (Area 17) Volunteer Application

Local, San Luis Valley volunteers preferred. Support CPW's role in the annual Monte Vista Crane Festival the 2nd weekend in March at the Craft Fair and vendor booths. Festival information can be found here.

Responsibilities:

Volunteers may provide educational information for the public by helping CPW host an agency booth at the Ski Hi Building during the festival's duration Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of the San Luis Valley, the Sandhill Crane Migration, and general bird identification is helpful. Educational prep materials and training will be provided.

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Monte Vista (Area 17) Volunteer Application

Questions? Contact Erin Vogel - Staff
(970) 708-1791

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Frisco Creek Animal Care

Volunteer alongside CPW staff and assist with daily care of injured and orphaned wildlife. Primarily this entails cage/pen cleaning, feeding and occasional animal transport. Training in several areas is required in advance.

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Monte Vista (Area 17) Volunteer Application

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Frisco Creek Maintenance

Volunteer alongside CPW staff on maintenance and construction projects around the Frisco Creek Wildlife Facility.

Projects can include anything from spraying weeds and shoveling snow to fence construction and maintenance/construction of animal pens and cages. Advanced experience with maintenance and construction is helpful.

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