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Frequently Asked Questions
How did WRV get started?
Please see our History section under About Us for full details.
What skills do I need to volunteer?
For most events you need some degree of eye-hand coordination. Seriously, we provide any orientation and training you will need, unless we advertise for specific skills. We take special pride in helping newcomers learn the ropes so they can make a real contribution from the get-go.
How do I register for a project?
Simply click here to see our project schedule. Then click "Register" for the projects that interest you. After you register, you will receive a confirmation email. Full details about what to bring and where to meet are sent about 10 days prior to each event.
How do I register a group for a project?
We welcome groups to attend most projects. If you wish to bring family members, you can just bump up the "number attending" when you register. If you wish to bring friends or organize a group of colleagues, for instance, please call the WRV office at 303-543-1411. We will add a group registration, and you can have your individual group members then sign up under that group name.
How do I get to an event?
Transportation is usually not arranged by WRV except when necessary to get volunteers from a gathering point to a work area. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation to the designated gathering point. However, for many events, we offer an opportunity for volunteers to arrange carpools with others attending the same event. Even better, invite a friend with wheels to register!
How hard is the Project work?
It varies, but most events can accommodate a wide range of abilities. Project descriptions will include this kind of information. Generally, the high country trail projects are the most strenuous and our seed collection projects are least strenuous. And, there is plenty in between. We need people to help with event management and cooking, which might suit you if you like to get out prefer not to do too much physical labor.
Are children welcome?
We try whenever possible to include children. The minimum age varies from project to project according to the difficulty and safety issues. On most projects, children in small numbers can be accommodated. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an authorized adult whose primary responsibility is their supervision.
Can I bring my dog?
Unfortunately, no. We have nothing against pets. It's just that pets can become a safety risk as well as a negative impact to wildlife and vegetation in the areas where we work.
What does it cost to volunteer on a project?
Your own transportation, a good pair of work gloves and shoes, and food that the event does not provide are your obligations. There are no fees.
Do you offer training?
Yes, WRV offers a wide variety of leadership and skill trainings. Click here for a full schedule of upcoming trainings.
Are there Training Fees?
Some trainings are free while others have fees. We offer a dicounted price to current members and current volunteers.
What do the training fees cover?
Our training fees cover materials, food (if provided), professional trainers’ time and often rental of space. We have worked hard to make these fees bare bones so that all may attend.
How do I Qualify for a Discount?
To qualify for a discount on a WRV event, you need to be a "current" volunteer or member. If you became a member in the last 12 months or renewed your membership, or volunteered on 2 projects in the past 2 years, you are eligible for the member/volunteer discounted pricing.
What if i'm NOT a current member OR volunteer and i want to GET the DISCOUNT?
You can become a member now, then return to complete your registration for the fee-based event or training. Or, after attending two full-day projects this year, you can contact WRV for a refund.
Do you Offer Scholarships?
Limited scholarships are available for WRV volunteers!! Contact WRV at 303-543-1411 or info@wlrv.org for more information.
What is your Cancellation Policy for fee based trainings AND other events?
If you need to cancel a registration for a fee-based event, please call the WRV office at 303-543-1411.
If you cancel more than 14 days prior to an event, 50% of the fee will be refunded to you.
If you cancel within the 14 day period prior to an event, we cannot provide a refund.
If you register WITHIN the 2 weeks prior to the event, and then cancel, we cannot provide a refund.
The portion of your fee we keep will be considered a tax-deductible donation.
Is my volunteer work tax deductible?
Mileage and material costs are federally tax deductible, but donated labor is not.
How do you fund your projects?
WRV obtains funding from a wide variety of sources, including foundation and government grants, fees for services, corporate donations, individual donations, and memberships. WRV appreciates our many Sponsors and Partners.
Can I volunteer in the office?
Yes, there is plenty to do in the office to support our projects and programs. Office volunteer positions and occasional internships are available. We'd love to discuss these opportunities with you.
