Volunteer: Walker Farm Pioneer Days Volunteers/DemonstratorsWe're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make Pioneer Days a success! Whether you enjoy history, helping guests, or just want to be part of a fun, we’d love to have you join us. Event Date: Monday November 17-Saturday November 22, 2025 Location: Audubon Acres Volunteer Perk: Volunteers get free admission for their family on Saturday! and we feed you lunch the day you volunteer. We do ask that you stay the entire shift. Help us with: Greeting guests Assisting at activity stations - 10 stations to choose from Parking attendant Demonstrating pioneer crafts Supporting set-up or clean-up Interested? Sign up today and be part of a memorable event that brings history to life! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48ADA92BA0FECE9-56738061-walker Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make Pioneer Days a success! Whether you enjoy history, helping guests, or just want to be part of a fun, we’d love to have you join us. Event Date: Monday November 17-Saturday November 22, 2025 Location: Audubon Acres Volunteer Perk: Volunteers get free admission for their family on Saturday! and we feed you lunch the day you volunteer. We do ask that you stay the entire shift. Help us with: Greeting guests Assisting at activity stations - 10 stations to choose from Parking attendant Demonstrating pioneer crafts Supporting set-up or clean-up Interested? Sign up today and be part of a memorable event that brings history to life! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48ADA92BA0FECE9-56738061-walker Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres Need Type: Volunteer Date: Nov 17, 2025 through Nov 22, 2025 Zip Code: 37421 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Cabin Docent!CABIN DOCENT
Are you passionate about history and eager to share your enthusiasm with others? We invite you to become a docent for our 1700s cabin exhibit and take visitors on a journey back in time to the early days of American settlement.
About the Cabin:
The original cabin was likely built by the Cherokee people during the mid 1700's and is representative of a typical Cherokee homestead during the early 1800's. The cabin was moved from its original location by the railroad, due to the railroad shaking the cabin. What We're Looking For: Enthusiasm for history and a desire to educate and engage visitors. Strong communication skills to convey the history and significance of the cabin. Willingness to learn and share information about the exhibit. A friendly and approachable demeanor. Availability for guided tours and a commitment to the docent schedule. (One Saturday a month, or we have a weekday option during the Summer months)
What You'll Do: Lead guided tours of the 1700s cabin. Share historical facts and stories about the families that lived in the cabin. Answer visitor questions and provide insights into the cabin's construction, furnishings, and daily life. Ensure a welcoming and informative experience for all visitors.
Training and Support:
We provide training and resource materials to help you become comfortable in your role as a cabin docent. You'll have the opportunity to work with experienced docents and museum staff to ensure you are well-prepared to lead engaging tours.
How to Apply:
Our main Cabin docent will be doing some training sessions with you before you open the cabin on your own.
If you would like to dress in period clothing we have cloths you may use Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres CABIN DOCENT
Are you passionate about history and eager to share your enthusiasm with others? We invite you to become a docent for our 1700s cabin exhibit and take visitors on a journey back in time to the early days of American settlement.
About the Cabin:
The original cabin was likely built by the Cherokee people during the mid 1700's and is representative of a typical Cherokee homestead during the early 1800's. The cabin was moved from its original location by the railroad, due to the railroad shaking the cabin. What We're Looking For: Enthusiasm for history and a desire to educate and engage visitors. Strong communication skills to convey the history and significance of the cabin. Willingness to learn and share information about the exhibit. A friendly and approachable demeanor. Availability for guided tours and a commitment to the docent schedule. (One Saturday a month, or we have a weekday option during the Summer months)
What You'll Do: Lead guided tours of the 1700s cabin. Share historical facts and stories about the families that lived in the cabin. Answer visitor questions and provide insights into the cabin's construction, furnishings, and daily life. Ensure a welcoming and informative experience for all visitors.
Training and Support:
We provide training and resource materials to help you become comfortable in your role as a cabin docent. You'll have the opportunity to work with experienced docents and museum staff to ensure you are well-prepared to lead engaging tours.
How to Apply:
Our main Cabin docent will be doing some training sessions with you before you open the cabin on your own.
If you would like to dress in period clothing we have cloths you may use Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37421 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Friday Morning Visitor Center hostChattanooga Audubon Society's Visitor Center serves as a hub for education, advocacy, and community engagement. Volunteers find themselves immersed in a vibrant atmosphere, surrounded by passionate individuals who share a love for nature and conservation.
As a Visitor Center Greeter, your role is vital in creating an unforgettable experience for every guest. You'll be their go-to guide, sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm for the trails that wind through the picturesque landscapes. Offering personalized recommendations, you'll help visitors choose the perfect trail to embark upon. But that's not all! As you greet and engage with guests, you'll have the chance to delve into the fascinating history of Audubon Acres. From tales of the legendary Robert Sparks Walker Cabin to the captivating stories of the land's indigenous people, you'll weave a narrative that transports visitors back in time and ignites their curiosity. So, if you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, to share the beauty of nature and the allure of history, become a Visitor Center Greeter at the Chattanooga Audubon Society. The impact of volunteers is felt far beyond the center itself. By promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a deep connection with nature, volunteers become catalysts for change in the community. Their enthusiasm, knowledge, and dedication leave visitors in awe and inspire others to embrace sustainable living and protect the natural wonders that surround us.
*Visitor’s Center volunteers also handle tasks such as answering the phone, running the cash register, and providing guests with information about the land and trails.
Shifts are 9:00am-1:00pm or 1:00pm-5:00pm
Due to the nature of this role, we ask that you commit to one 4-hour shift per week for a minimum of 3 months. Weekend Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 Saturdays per month. This frees up our staff to work on programming, administrative work, and other tasks that require them to be away from the visitor’s center. All those interested in Volunteering will go through at least 5 days of training. We ask that at least 2 of those training days be on a week day if possible. Volunteers must be at least 17 to open and close the visitor center with out parental supervision. Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres Chattanooga Audubon Society's Visitor Center serves as a hub for education, advocacy, and community engagement. Volunteers find themselves immersed in a vibrant atmosphere, surrounded by passionate individuals who share a love for nature and conservation.
As a Visitor Center Greeter, your role is vital in creating an unforgettable experience for every guest. You'll be their go-to guide, sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm for the trails that wind through the picturesque landscapes. Offering personalized recommendations, you'll help visitors choose the perfect trail to embark upon. But that's not all! As you greet and engage with guests, you'll have the chance to delve into the fascinating history of Audubon Acres. From tales of the legendary Robert Sparks Walker Cabin to the captivating stories of the land's indigenous people, you'll weave a narrative that transports visitors back in time and ignites their curiosity. So, if you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, to share the beauty of nature and the allure of history, become a Visitor Center Greeter at the Chattanooga Audubon Society. The impact of volunteers is felt far beyond the center itself. By promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a deep connection with nature, volunteers become catalysts for change in the community. Their enthusiasm, knowledge, and dedication leave visitors in awe and inspire others to embrace sustainable living and protect the natural wonders that surround us.
*Visitor’s Center volunteers also handle tasks such as answering the phone, running the cash register, and providing guests with information about the land and trails.
Shifts are 9:00am-1:00pm or 1:00pm-5:00pm
Due to the nature of this role, we ask that you commit to one 4-hour shift per week for a minimum of 3 months. Weekend Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 Saturdays per month. This frees up our staff to work on programming, administrative work, and other tasks that require them to be away from the visitor’s center. All those interested in Volunteering will go through at least 5 days of training. We ask that at least 2 of those training days be on a week day if possible. Volunteers must be at least 17 to open and close the visitor center with out parental supervision. Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37412 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Monday and/or Tuesday Afternoon Visitor Center VolunteerChattanooga Audubon Society's Visitor Center serves as a hub for education, advocacy, and community engagement. Volunteers find themselves immersed in a vibrant atmosphere, surrounded by passionate individuals who share a love for nature and conservation.
As a Visitor Center Greeter, your role is vital in creating an unforgettable experience for every guest. You'll be their go-to guide, sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm for the trails that wind through the picturesque landscapes. Offering personalized recommendations, you'll help visitors choose the perfect trail to embark upon. But that's not all! As you greet and engage with guests, you'll have the chance to delve into the fascinating history of Audubon Acres. From tales of the legendary Robert Sparks Walker Cabin to the captivating stories of the land's indigenous people, you'll weave a narrative that transports visitors back in time and ignites their curiosity. So, if you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, to share the beauty of nature and the allure of history, become a Visitor Center Greeter at the Chattanooga Audubon Society. The impact of volunteers is felt far beyond the center itself. By promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a deep connection with nature, volunteers become catalysts for change in the community. Their enthusiasm, knowledge, and dedication leave visitors in awe and inspire others to embrace sustainable living and protect the natural wonders that surround us.
*Visitor’s Center volunteers also handle tasks such as answering the phone, running the cash register, and providing guests with information about the land and trails.
Shifts are 9:00am-1:00pm or 1:00pm-5:00pm
Due to the nature of this role, we ask that you commit to one 4-hour shift per week for a minimum of 3 months. Weekend Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 Saturdays per month. This frees up our staff to work on programming, administrative work, and other tasks that require them to be away from the visitor’s center. All those interested in Volunteering will go through at least 5 days of training. We ask that at least 2 of those training days be on a week day if possible. Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres Chattanooga Audubon Society's Visitor Center serves as a hub for education, advocacy, and community engagement. Volunteers find themselves immersed in a vibrant atmosphere, surrounded by passionate individuals who share a love for nature and conservation.
As a Visitor Center Greeter, your role is vital in creating an unforgettable experience for every guest. You'll be their go-to guide, sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm for the trails that wind through the picturesque landscapes. Offering personalized recommendations, you'll help visitors choose the perfect trail to embark upon. But that's not all! As you greet and engage with guests, you'll have the chance to delve into the fascinating history of Audubon Acres. From tales of the legendary Robert Sparks Walker Cabin to the captivating stories of the land's indigenous people, you'll weave a narrative that transports visitors back in time and ignites their curiosity. So, if you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, to share the beauty of nature and the allure of history, become a Visitor Center Greeter at the Chattanooga Audubon Society. The impact of volunteers is felt far beyond the center itself. By promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a deep connection with nature, volunteers become catalysts for change in the community. Their enthusiasm, knowledge, and dedication leave visitors in awe and inspire others to embrace sustainable living and protect the natural wonders that surround us.
*Visitor’s Center volunteers also handle tasks such as answering the phone, running the cash register, and providing guests with information about the land and trails.
Shifts are 9:00am-1:00pm or 1:00pm-5:00pm
Due to the nature of this role, we ask that you commit to one 4-hour shift per week for a minimum of 3 months. Weekend Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 Saturdays per month. This frees up our staff to work on programming, administrative work, and other tasks that require them to be away from the visitor’s center. All those interested in Volunteering will go through at least 5 days of training. We ask that at least 2 of those training days be on a week day if possible. Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37421 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Saturday Visitor Center HostChattanooga Audubon Society's Visitor Center serves as a hub for education, advocacy, and community engagement. Volunteers find themselves immersed in a vibrant atmosphere, surrounded by passionate individuals who share a love for nature and conservation. As a Visitor Center Greeter, your role is vital in creating an unforgettable experience for every guest. You'll be their go-to guide, sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm for the trails that wind through the picturesque landscapes. Offering personalized recommendations, you'll help visitors choose the perfect trail to embark upon. But that's not all! As you greet and engage with guests, you'll have the chance to delve into the fascinating history of Audubon Acres. From tales of the legendary Robert Sparks Walker Cabin to the captivating stories of the land's indigenous people, you'll weave a narrative that transports visitors back in time and ignites their curiosity. So, if you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, to share the beauty of nature and the allure of history, become a Visitor Center Greeter at the Chattanooga Audubon Society. The impact of volunteers is felt far beyond the center itself. By promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a deep connection with nature, volunteers become catalysts for change in the community. Their enthusiasm, knowledge, and dedication leave visitors in awe and inspire others to embrace sustainable living and protect the natural wonders that surround us. *Visitor’s Center volunteers also handle tasks such as answering the phone, running the cash register, and providing guests with information about the land and trails.
Shifts are 9:00am-1:00pm or 1:00pm-5:00pm
Due to the nature of this role, we ask that you commit to one 4-hour shift per week for a minimum of 3 months. Weekend Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 Saturdays per month. This frees up our staff to work on programming, administrative work, and other tasks that require them to be away from the visitor’s center. All those interested in Volunteering will go through at least 5 days of training. We ask that at least 2 of those training days be on a week day if possible. Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres Chattanooga Audubon Society's Visitor Center serves as a hub for education, advocacy, and community engagement. Volunteers find themselves immersed in a vibrant atmosphere, surrounded by passionate individuals who share a love for nature and conservation. As a Visitor Center Greeter, your role is vital in creating an unforgettable experience for every guest. You'll be their go-to guide, sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm for the trails that wind through the picturesque landscapes. Offering personalized recommendations, you'll help visitors choose the perfect trail to embark upon. But that's not all! As you greet and engage with guests, you'll have the chance to delve into the fascinating history of Audubon Acres. From tales of the legendary Robert Sparks Walker Cabin to the captivating stories of the land's indigenous people, you'll weave a narrative that transports visitors back in time and ignites their curiosity. So, if you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, to share the beauty of nature and the allure of history, become a Visitor Center Greeter at the Chattanooga Audubon Society. The impact of volunteers is felt far beyond the center itself. By promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a deep connection with nature, volunteers become catalysts for change in the community. Their enthusiasm, knowledge, and dedication leave visitors in awe and inspire others to embrace sustainable living and protect the natural wonders that surround us. *Visitor’s Center volunteers also handle tasks such as answering the phone, running the cash register, and providing guests with information about the land and trails.
Shifts are 9:00am-1:00pm or 1:00pm-5:00pm
Due to the nature of this role, we ask that you commit to one 4-hour shift per week for a minimum of 3 months. Weekend Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 Saturdays per month. This frees up our staff to work on programming, administrative work, and other tasks that require them to be away from the visitor’s center. All those interested in Volunteering will go through at least 5 days of training. We ask that at least 2 of those training days be on a week day if possible. Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37421 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Visitor Center VolunteerVisitor Center Greeters assist Guests with trail recommendations, Talk about the rich history of Audubon Acres and collect walking fee and assist guests in Purchasing Memberships. Ideally we like to have 2 Volunteers in the visitor Center so one can be inside assisting guests while the other is leading guided walks or giving tours of Robert Sparks Walker Cabin. Greatest Need is Saturday Volunteers! Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres Visitor Center Greeters assist Guests with trail recommendations, Talk about the rich history of Audubon Acres and collect walking fee and assist guests in Purchasing Memberships. Ideally we like to have 2 Volunteers in the visitor Center so one can be inside assisting guests while the other is leading guided walks or giving tours of Robert Sparks Walker Cabin. Greatest Need is Saturday Volunteers! Agency: Chattanooga Audubon Society - Audubon Acres Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37421 Allow Groups: Yes |