Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve is seeking FGCU students to volunteer for Trail Maintenance! Help prepare the beautiful trails at Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center for the upcoming season. Volunteers will work alongside staff maintaining and readying the trails for public use, gaining hands-on experience in environmental stewardship and conservation.

📝 Tasks Include:

• Trail clearing and maintenance

• Assisting with environmental conservation efforts

• Collaborating with staff and other volunteers to protect local ecosystems

📅 Available Dates: October 14, 15, 20, 21, 23, 27, 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (flexible arrival/departure within this window)
📍 Location: Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Road, Naples, FL 34113

If you're interested in this opportunity, please email Donna Young donna.young@floridadep.gov.

Students who complete this event gain skills in Teamwork/Collaboration, Leadership, Career Management.

This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Clean Water and Sanitation (6), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11), Life Below Water (14).