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We need friendly faces to help with outreach events around northwest Nevada! If you like talking to people, are passionate about wilderness and dark skies, and are looking to get involved closer to town, look no further. Those who register on this page will be notified as soon as possible before an outreach event. At that point, you can let us know if you are available. 

Primary Topics for Outreach:

• Save Starry Skies! 
  • Promote the value of dark skies, talk about dark sky areas folks can visit across the state, and promote our 'Save Starry Skies' License Plate
• Volunteer Recruitment
  • Encourage folks to sign up for a volunteer project, talk to them about upcoming opportunities, and answer questions about the volunteer experience. 
• Public Lands Protection
  • Discuss current threats to public lands in Nevada, encourage civic participation, and inspire fellow citizens. 

Facts About Outreach Volunteering:

• We are not setting specific dates at this time. Those who register on this page will be notified as soon as possible about volunteer opportunities at outreach events. At that point, you can let us know if you are available. 
• Spots are limited for each event.
• Opportunities may include working alongside an FNW staff member, with another volunteer, or on your own. If you sign up for an event without an FNW staff member, you will meet at the office before the event to get the necessary supplies and training. After the event, volunteers will coordinate a time to return the supplies to the northern Nevada FNW office in Sparks. 
• Events are mainly in the Reno/Sparks area, but there may be others in the region.
• While at events, outreach volunteers represent Friends of Nevada Wilderness and must treat everyone with respect, maintain FNW's reputation as credible and trustworthy, and generally behave in a way that reflects well on the FNW community as a whole. 
• Volunteers must be able to physically help set up the table, pop-up shelter, and stand on their feet for periods of time while talking to event attendees.