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3 days ago

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (National Lakeshore) is recruiting a virtualTeacher-Ranger-Teacher (TRT) to spend the summer collaborating with rangers to developeducation programs. For more information, please visit the National Lakeshore’s website atwww.nps.gov/slbe/forteachers/development/teacher-ranger-teachers.htm. Email slbe_education@nps.gov to receive an application. Applications received by April 8 will receive first consideration. ... See MoreSee Less

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5 days ago

JOIN US! Position Opening – Fund Development DirectorFriends of Sleeping Bear Dunes seeks a person with good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills to join our high-functioning all-volunteer organization. The Fund Development Director helps integrate all fundraising programs to assure financial support for operations and programs approved by the Friend’s Board and National Park administration. This is accomplished by helping to direct a group of dedicated fellow volunteers seeking donations via fundraising events, granting sources, individuals, and businesses. Interested in helping out? Please see - friendsofsleepingbear.org/position-opening-fund-development-director/ ... See MoreSee Less

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6 days ago

SAFETY REMINDER:For volunteers working within the Park, keeping yourself safe and those around you is paramount. Should you witness an accident or are involved with one, please report the event at our FOSBD website and to the program lead within the area you are volunteering. If the accident involves a visitor of the Park, please also report the event on our website. This will allow the Park staff and Friends to be aware of potential safety issues within the Park that may need immediate attention. To file a report, please visit friendsofsleepingbear.org/volunteer/ and select the Safety Report link to complete or go directly through friendsofsleepingbear.org/safety-report/Thank you for being the eyes and ears of the Park!#safetyreminders #sleepingbearnps #volunteerappreciation ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

Enjoy Spring Break at Sleeping Bear Dunes National LakeshoreSleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore offers family-friendly programs from March 25 to April 8. Whether a new or a frequent visitor, it is an excellent time to enjoy the National Lakeshore. Programs include Saturdays at the Lakeshore, Storytime with a Park Ranger, Piping Up for the Plovers, and pop-up programs. Get out and explore your National Lakeshore and enjoy spring break up north.A list of the schedule of events can be found below, with details provided at www.nps.gov/slbe/planyourvisit/calendar.htm- Saturdays at the Lakeshore - March 25, April 1, & April 8 @ 1:00 p.m. Visitor Center in Empire- Storytime with a Park Ranger - March 25, March 29, & April 1 @ 10:00 a.m. (younger children) & 10:45 a.m. (older children) Visitor Center in Empire- Dune Formation Pop-Up Program - March 25 & April 1 @ 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Dune Climb- Piping Up for the Plovers - March 28 & 30 @ 11:00 a.m. Cannery in Glen Haven#sleepingbeardunes #planlikeaparkranger ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

Sleeping Bear Dunes needs you and your furry best friend to become a BARK Ranger! Join the park team tomorrow (March 23) in the Empire Town Hall at 6:30 p.m. to learn about the program. which uses volunteers to educate the public about dog policies in the park and its piper plover population. The meeting is for humans only at this time. Questions? Contact Erica Adams at erica_adams@nps.gov ... See MoreSee Less

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Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes
Protecting resources and heightening visitor experiences in partnership with Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes
Protecting resources and heightening visitor experiences in partnership with Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Pledged
$177,000+

and 287 volunteers dedicated

12,697+ HOURS

Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes Protecting resources and heightening visitor experiences in partnership with Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes Protecting resources and heightening visitor experiences in partnership with Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Pledged$177,000+

and 287 volunteers dedicated

12,697+ HOURS

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Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes
Protecting resources and heightening visitor experiences in partnership with Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes
Protecting resources and heightening visitor experiences in partnership with Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Pledged
$177,000+

Sleeping Bear Dunes
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