Opportunities From: New Hampshire's Volunteer Hub

Description: The Harvest Festival is a free annual event held at Prescott Farm that aims to attract the local community to learn more about Prescott Farm and enjoy the property. Harvest Festivals volunteers are responsible for the activities assigned to them with regard to the yearly Harvest Festival.

Tasks and Responsibilities: Tasks and duties as assigned. We will work to match you with an opportunity that aligns with your goals.

Qualifications: Some special skills may be necessary depending on the position

Ability to engage the public Excellent verbal communication skills 

Safety Considerations: While interacting with the public it is important to dress appropriately to represent Prescott Farm in the best light and conduct yourself professionally.

Positions Available:

Parking Set up and Clean Up Tractor Rides (prior tractor driving experience required) Floater

Description: Participate in participatory science here at Prescott Farm through NestWatch. This project is led by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology that tracks the reproductive biology of birds. Monitor and track nesting occurrences, clutch sizes, hatching success, and the number of surviving fledglings to help researchers understand how environmental changes and habitat loss affect breeding bird populations. 

Qualifications:

Enthusiasm for nature and support of Prescott Farm’s mission.Ability to identify or have a willingness to learn common New England bird species by either sight or sound.Ability to lift up to 30lbs, bend over, crouch, use basic tools, work outside, and walk on uneven surfaces without assistance.Must be at least 18 years of age.

Training: Attend a NestWatch training provided by either NH Audubon or the Volunteer Coordinator. 

Safety: Wear appropriate clothing for walking in tall grass outside, long pants and sleeves, bug spray, sunscreen, and bring water!

Skills Days: 

2026 Laconia Christmas Bird Count - Date TBD2026 Bluebird Box Clean Out - Date TBD 2027 NestWatch Training at Audubon - Date TBD2027 NestWatch Data Collection Party - Date TBD

Description: Our WildQuest camp for children ages 4-14, engages campers every summer in connecting with and learning about nature, while making some friends along the way. The wagon tractor driver volunteer helps round out each camp week by bringing our campers on a wagon ride around the property.

Commitment: One day per week for at least 4 out of 8 camp weeks Season: 8 camp weeks that run July-August

Schedule: Full day or half day every Tuesday from June 30th - August 25th 

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Arrive on time to prepare tractor for the wagon rides around the propertySafely drive the tractor around the property for each camp groupInteract appropriately with camp staff and childrenNotify staff of any issues with the tractorReturn tractor and all other equipment to the correct location

Qualifications:

Must be 21 years or olderValid driver’s license, safe driving recordExperience driving large vehicles, tractor driving experience preferredMust pass a background check

Training: Meet with applicable staff before camp starts to ensure a good fit for the role, introduction to tractor and additional resources as needed.

Safety: Team members are expected to bring and wear appropriate clothing for the conditions and activities they will be doing. This includes closed toed shoes, gloves, bug repellent, water, and sunscreen. Ensure safe practices when working around and driving the tractor.