Help Wanted
CAGA needs you! Current volunteer needs are below. If you’re interested in volunteering, please complete our Volunteer Application.
Five Senses Gardens Volunteers
There’s plenty to do, but due to weather and other factors, it’s hard to set a schedule. To volunteer, it’s best to contact Cindy Hogeman, Master Gardener, by texting 717-571-2535 or emailing chogeman@gmail.com.
Native Plant Gardeners
Like to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty? Being a native plant gardener is for you! Your choice to work solo or with a group. We grow mostly native plants, providing training to anyone who needs it. In addition to volunteering, you can help grow our gardens with plant donations or cash so we can purchase what we need. Contact Cindy Hogeman, Master Gardener, by texting 717-571-2535 or emailing chogeman@gmail.com.
Chores
If you want to help out, Becky Schuchert, our Trail Maintenance Manager, can set you up with some specific tasks that won’t require an ongoing commitment. Here’s a partial list:
- Paint the wooden trim on the Rutherford Spring House – one of several buildings used by the Capital Area Greenbelt Association
- Wash and wax trail kiosks
- Launder volunteer vests
- Repair the overhead garage on the equipment storage building
- Research new markers for the Memorial Tree area near the PennDot building
You can reach her by email, becky@caga.org.
Promote the Greenbelt
We’re looking for marketing communications help. If you’re a content writer, designer, web wiz kid or someone who likes databases and spreadsheets, contact Cathy Hart at greenbelt2023@gmail.com. She can also sign you up to help spread the Greenbelt love by representing CAGA at community events like Juneteenth and Celebrate Wildwood.
Project Leaders
There’s no shortage of ways to enhance and maintain the Greenbelt. As a project leader, you’ll develop plans, then coordinate with volunteer groups to complete projects. Project management skills and natural landscaping knowledge would be helpful, but not essential. Contact Scott Shepler at scottshepler2207@gmail.com.
Grant Writers
Funding for Greenbelt enhancements comes from many sources, including grants. In this role, you’ll identify grants available through government and nonprofit foundation sources, then write and submit applications. Experience in government and conservation would be helpful. Narrative writing skills and grant application knowledge are essential. Join the Planning committee to understand specific areas where grant funding is needed. Contact Scott Shepler at scottshepler2207@gmail.com.
To volunteer or set up a work day for a group project, please contact CAGA via email at caga@caga.org or call (717) 921-GREEN (921-4733).