Volunteering

What do you like to do? Do you love the outdoors? Do you like to work with a team or are you a self-starter?

Please join us!

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Volunteer Activity Report

Stewardship Activity Report

Stewardship Resources

Join One of Our New Teams!

New Boundary Walking Team

New Boundary Marking Team

Volunteer Articles

Moving 300 pounds of reinforced concrete through the woods…..a more than fair tradeoff for enhanced safety on our preserves!
Moving 300 pounds of reinforced concrete through the woods…..a more than fair tradeoff for enhanced safety on our preserves!

It is no secret that there is a rich cultural…

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Mystic Aquarium Interns Help Tame the Jungle at Pequotsepos Brook Preserve
Mystic Aquarium Interns Help Tame the Jungle at Pequotsepos Brook Preserve

On August 7, 2025, the Stonington Town Committee (STC), in…

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“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night…,”
“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night…,”

“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night…

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Volunteer Newsletter

Top 10 Reasons to Volunteer for Avalonia

  1. A little of your time makes a BIG difference
  2. Connects you to like-minded community members; facilitates making new friends
  3. Share your skills and talents with others
  4. Be a part of something bigger; can bring fun and fulfillment to your life
  5. Provides you with a sense of accomplishment and happiness (There are studies to prove it!)
  6. Giving to others makes you healthier and happier
  7. Can advance your career; learn new skills
  8. Volunteer as a family: giving back to the community can show that volunteering makes a difference, has a positive impact, and fosters a life-long commitment to volunteering.
  9. Open space is vital for a healthy community, both human and animal/plant
  10. If you’ve ever enjoyed our preserves, this is a wonderful way to give back

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