Volunteer sign up sites for oil spill cleanup (3 Viewers)

[efil4stnias]

http://www.crcl.org/


if any more, please add to this thread.

 

[purvis_guy]

And if you are looking for temporary employment, this company is hiring workers to clean up the oil spill.
http://www.advancedhire.com/index.html

 

[Severum]

The Audubon Society is seeking volunteers (and donations) across the Gulf Coast.

For volunteers in Mississippi/Alabama:

People interested in volunteering in Alabama can call the Alabama Coastal Foundation at 251-990-6002; the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program at 251-431-6409; or Mobile Baykeeper at 251-433-4229.

For Mississippi volunteer opportunities, visit www.oilspillvolunteers.com and the Pascagoula River Audubon Center Web site at www.pascagoulariver.audubon.org.

Cleanup jobs in Louisiana:

Training & Volunteer Opportunities

The Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC) will be taking applications Monday, May 3, through Friday, May 7, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.:

JOB1 Business and Career Solutions Center, 2330 Canal Street, New Orleans, 504-658-4500.
8201 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette
1112 Engineers Road, Belle Chasse
316 E. Howze Beach Lane, Slidell
1900 Lafayette Street, Gretna
1803 Airline Drive, Metairie
3520 General DeGaulle Drive, Algiers
975 Cambridge Drive, LaPlace
737 Paul Mallard Road (Suite 2A), Luling
2289 Texas Street, Lutcher

Beginning Monday, May 3, job seekers can get more information on the week’s events by calling 1-877-529-6751.

The company will be hiring for general labor, crew leader, site supervisor, site safety representative and lead safety representative positions. Duties include debris removal and placing protective barriers along shorelines and beaches. Job seekers must be at least 18 years old and have their own transportation. Applicants must be available to work seven days a week and will live in a shared hotel environment. Workforce Commission services are offered at no cost to employers and participating job seekers.

And in Florida:

Volunteers are mobilizing all over Florida's Panhandle! Clearing man-made debris from beaches before the oil hits Florida's shores lessens the impact to this delicate ecosystem. If you do not see an event posted for your area, and you would like to help, contact your local volunteer center. If you would like your event posted on our Web site contact Mary Register.

Escambia County

Beach Clean Ups

Gulfside Pavillion at Casino Beach on Pensacola Beach
Sunday, May 2 at 12:00 p.m.

Perdido Key Chamber
Sunday, May 2 at 12:00 p.m.

For both events, volunteers are asked to bring their own garbage bags and gloves.

Please note: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission should be consulted for direction on appropriate measures to protect wildlife while preparing for potential oil landfall.

For those who want to clean litter from the beaches in anticipation of oil coming ashore, Audubon of Florida recommends the following:

* Use approved access points.
* Stay below the tidal line.
* Natural debris should be left in place as it often provides valuable nesting benefits to shorebirds and other wildlife.
* Do not place debris in the dunes or above the high water line.
* Don’t use equipment such as rakes, shovels or tractors.
* Do not bring dogs onto the beach (dogs are a primary source beach bird disturbance and mortality).

Escambia County Post-Landfall Volunteer Training

* Sign-up to be trained for post-beach clean up, call 595-5905 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
* Registration is required for a four-hour health and safety training classes for handling petroleum-contaminated materials.
* Classes will be held beginning Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Pensacola Civic Center.

Volunteer Sign Up

Escambia County Commissioners Volunteer Sign Up/Volunteer Reception Center
Perdido Bay Community Center
13660 Innerarity Point
Pensacola, FL 32507
Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Purpose: To register volunteers and coordinate their efforts.

First Call For Help
Monday through Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
(850) 595-5905
Purpose: To register unaffiliated and affiliated volunteers who want to assist with the oil spill.

Wakulla County

Beach Clean Up

Keep Wakulla Beautiful, in coordination with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Agency, Wakulla County Sheriff's Office, Wakulla County Extension Office, and Big Bend COAD
Sunday, May 2, 2010 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Wakulla County High School, 3237 Coastal Highway, Crawfordville, Florida
Purpose: Volunteers will be given instructions and directed to cleanup locations. Volunteers should wear gloves, closed toed shoes and bring sun screen and bug spray.
More information on Facebook.

Please note: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission should be consulted for direction on appropriate measures to protect wildlife while preparing for potential oil landfall.

For those who want to clean litter from the beaches in anticipation of oil coming ashore, Audubon of Florida recommends the following:

* Use approved access points.
* Stay below the tidal line.
* Natural debris should be left in place as it often provides valuable nesting benefits to shorebirds and other wildlife.
* Do not place debris in the dunes or above the high water line.
* Don’t use equipment such as rakes, shovels or tractors.
* Do not bring dogs onto the beach (dogs are a primary source beach bird disturbance and mortality).

Save Our Seabirds is seeking volunteers, donations, and supplies in Florida:

The response unit is currently in need of electrical extension cords, heating pads, Dawn detergent, plastic clipboards, pliers, linens, folding tables and chairs. Also, if you would like to volunteer your time but are unable to go to the affected area, SOS is in dire need of help here on site with our regular day to day duties. Staff members have been involved with the preparation efforts and we are having to split our people to address this crisis. Contact us at 941-388-3010 if you would like to help at the sanctuary. Please help make a difficult task a little less difficult.

If you are interested in joining the clean up efforts please send us your name, contact information and the area(s) to which you would be able to travel via our online form.

 

[MsMSSaintsFan]

Could this be made a sticky for at least a few weeks so it can easily be found? Thankx!

 

[brophy]

Man....sorry I just posted a thread at the same time - what are the odds...

I should be able to get down next weekend into June


Various links and organization to contact agencies seeking volunteers:

http://www.oilspillvolunteers.com/

http://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/oilspill/

http://www.audubonaction.org/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=3400

http://www.reefrelieffounders.com/d...ate-14-deepwater-horizon-volunteer-info-more/

http://www.wkrg.com/gulf_oil_spill/...oil-spill-cleanup/879708/Apr-28-2010_2-38-pm/

** I'm in NWLA, so if anyone in Shreveport/Bossier knows of an outreach up here to team up with, I'd be all about it

 

[Rob Beaux]

If anyone goes to help, post a heads up and a recap. Some of us may be down at the same time.

 

[Blk&Gold4Life]

If anyone goes to help, post a heads up and a recap. Some of us may be down at the same time.

I'm going to go apply at one of those places Sev listed under Louisiana cleanup jobs. I would normally volunteer but since I'm unemployed I'm gonna try to kill two birds with one stone.

 

[MsMSSaintsFan]

I'm going to go apply at one of those places Sev listed under Louisiana cleanup jobs. I would normally volunteer but since I'm unemployed i'm gonna try to kill two birds with one stone.

Or save two birds with one sponge....

 

[Blk&Gold4Life]

Or save two birds with one sponge....

Indeed.


Poor choice of words on my part.

 

[Flipx99]

I don't want to dsicourage anyone, but there were not many announced opportunities in MS. It seems that it is limited to removal of debris pre landfall. They have a safety class, but I think I will skip that and just go out and do some cleaning.

 

[Broadmoor74]

My guess is that it's still really early, and in the coming weeks/months, there will be tons of volunteering opportunities.

 

[BHM]

There are reports of light sheen of oil making landfall. I am sure it will get worse as the days pass.

"Now they're saying we are seeing sheens" hitting the coast, Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal said Saturday, citing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. "But they expect the heavier oil to be coming by tomorrow and Monday."

http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/05/02/louisiana.oil.spill/index.html?hpt=C1

 

[efil4stnias]

for those interested - I received an email for a clean up even this Sat.

Beach Clean-Up in Lower Jefferson Parish
Saturday, May 15, 2010
8:30 am to 3:00 pm

Volunteers MUST register online at https://www.thedatabank.com/dpg/316/mtglist.asp?formid=event for the Beach Clean-Up in Lower Jefferson Parish Event. Unregistered volunteers will not be accepted. The event is limited to 100 volunteers, so REGISTER TO HELP TODAY!

During the Beach Clean-Up event on May 15th, GRIT and BP will provide:
· All required equipment, including gloves, trash bags, shovels, bug spray, sunscreen, etc.
· Food and refreshments to all volunteers
· Disposal for the trash collected
· First aid kits and a first responder on site
· A 30-minute safety lesson prior to the day’s activities

BP requires that all volunteers must be 21 years or older. The project site is located in Lower Jefferson Parish, approximately 2 hours from New Orleans. This is a single day event. Volunteers must provide their own transportation to and from the project site. Volunteers will be emailed details about the event and what to bring/wear, including the exact location, once they are registered.

BP and GRIT are organizing events to ensure the safety and well-being of the volunteers, as well as the wildlife and natural areas. It is required that volunteers participate in an organized event at an approved location and do not attempt to access natural areas on their own. Many areas are privately-owned, are undergoing construction activities, or have nesting wildlife, so coordination with GRIT and BP is imperative to a safe event. Please do not attempt to engage in volunteer activities on your own.

 

[primadox]

My sister has a biology degree and emergency veterinary experience, and has wanted a job in the wetlands for a while now. She is DYING to use her experience and desire to volunteer, but all the places she's checked are looking for money and phone people. Any good leads for her? She would be PERFECT for finding and aiding the wildlife that needs it.

 

[LKN H20Girl]

Any updates on this? A friend of mine is looking to come volunteer. I sent her the links to this thread and some of the links in the thread but wondered if there were any more recent.