Roll Up Your Sleeves and Make a Difference This Weekend: Volunteer Opportunities Across the Champlain Valley

This upcoming weekend, September 14th and 15th, the Champlain Valley is brimming with opportunities to give back and support your local community. Whether you’re passionate about environmental conservation, social services, or animal welfare, there’s a volunteer opportunity waiting for you.

Here are some highlighted opportunities happening this weekend:

Addison County, VT:

• Lewis Creek Association River Cleanup Day: Help protect the health of the Lewis Creek by joining this cleanup effort.

  • Date: Saturday, September 14th
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Location: Meet at the Bristol Town Beach
  • Contact: Visit the Lewis Creek Association website at https://lewiscreek.org/ or call (802) 453-3270 to register.

• Middlebury Community Garden Harvest: Lend a hand harvesting fresh produce for local food shelves.

  • Date: Sunday, September 15th
  • Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Location: Middlebury Community Garden
  • Contact: Email [email protected] to sign up

• Moosalamoo National Recreation Area Trail Maintenance: Help maintain the trails in this beautiful recreation area.

  • Date: Saturday, September 14th
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Location: Meet at the Moosalamoo Campground
  • Contact: Visit the Moosalamoo Association website at https://www.moosalamoo.org/ or call (802) 475-2191 for details

Lamoille County, VT:

• Habitat for Humanity Community Build Day: Join forces with others to build affordable housing.

  • Date: Saturday, September 14th
  • Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Location: Varies depending on the project
  • Contact: Visit the Lamoille County Habitat for Humanity website at https://www.lamoillehabitat.org/ or call (802) 888-7062 to register

• Lamoille Community Food Share: Help sort and pack food for distribution to local pantries.

  • Date: Saturday, September 14th OR Sunday, September 15th
  • Time: Shifts available throughout the day
  • Location: Lamoille Community Food Share, Morrisville
  • Contact: Visit their website at https://www.lcfs.info/ or call (802) 888-3229 to sign up for a shift

• Lamoille County Humane Society: Spend time caring for animals at the shelter

  • Date: Ongoing opportunities throughout the weekend
  • Time: Flexible shifts available
  • Location: Lamoille County Humane Society, Morrisville
  • Contact: Visit their website at https://lamoillehumane.org/ or call (802) 888-5303 to inquire about volunteer needs

Clinton & Essex Counties, NY:

• Adirondack Mountain Club Trail Maintenance: Help preserve the beauty of the Adirondack Park

  • Date: Saturday, September 14th & Sunday, September 15th
  • Time & Location: Multiple projects happening throughout the weekend.
  • Contact: Visit the ADK website’s volunteer section at https://www.adk.org/support-adk/volunteer/ or call (518) 523-3441 for specific project details and registration.

• Lake Placid Ecumenical Food Pantry: Assist with food distribution to those in need

  • Date: Saturday, September 14th
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Location: Lake Placid Ecumenical Food Pantry
  • Contact: Call (518) 523-9641 to offer your help.

• The Wild Center: Help with environmental education programs.

  • Date: Ongoing opportunities throughout the weekend
  • Time: Flexible shifts available
  • Location: The Wild Center, Tupper Lake
  • Contact: Visit their website at https://www.wildcenter.org/ or call (518) 359-7800 to learn about current volunteer needs

Remember, even a few hours of your time can make a significant impact. Choose a cause you’re passionate about, roll up your sleeves and contribute to the well-being of your community this weekend.

Let’s make this a weekend of giving back in the Champlain Valley!