Opportunities From: PATH Volunteer Hub

Join The Piedmont Environmental Council for a Plantings for the Piedmont volunteer tree planting on Saturday, October 25th, at the Courts of St. Francis neighborhood in Purcellville, VA.  Volunteers are needed for one morning shift.  Together, we will plant approximately 75 native trees and shrubs in support of this residential community's commitment to protect the Purcellville waterways that flow into the Potomac Watershed and ultimately to the Chesapeake Bay.

Volunteer activities include tree planting, which involves scalping (removing grass with a hoe), digging holes, planting, and pounding wooden stakes.  We also need 1 photographer to document our success.

Join The Piedmont Environmental Council and Friends of the Rappahannock for a volunteer tree planting on Tuesday, October 28th, at The Ecovillage of Loudoun County in Lovettsville, VA.  Volunteers are needed for two shifts, morning and afternoon.  Together, we will plant approximately 220 native trees and shrubs to enhance the "common land" stewarded by this rural community just a few miles from the Potomac River. 

Volunteer activities include tree planting, which involves scalping (removing grass with a hoe), digging holes, planting, and pounding wooden stakes. If you sign up for an afternoon shift, an additional activity might include quality control checks of the planted areas, watering newly planted trees, or similar tasks.   We also need 1 photographer for each shift to document our success.

The Piedmont Environmental Council is looking for someone to help make it easier and more fun to bike in Charlottesville. We've partnered with many local groups to launch BikeCville: a website and a program for casual cyclists who would like to meet other people, learn more about the community and find resources and tips. We need help with social media, outreach, events and more. Having a bike is helpful but not required.

Join The Piedmont Environmental Council for a Plantings for the Piedmont volunteer tree planting on Friday, October 10th, at Chancellors Rock Farm in Flint Hill, VA.  Volunteers are needed for two shifts, morning and afternoon.  Together, we will plant approximately 275 native trees in support of this working farm's commitment to conserve and protect the waterways that flow through their acreage and on to the Chesapeake Bay.

Morning shift: 9 AM - 12 PM

Afternoon shift: 12:30 - 3 PM

Volunteer activities include tree planting, which involves scalping (removing grass with a hoe), digging holes, planting, and pounding wooden stakes. If you sign up for an afternoon shift, an additional activity might include quality control checks of the planted areas, watering newly planted trees, or similar tasks.   We also need 1 photographer for each shift to document our success.

Connect with your local community by assisting behind the scenes with Loop de 'Ville - the annual event that celebrates Charlottesville's trails and natural landscapes, connecting Cville's various neighborhoods to each other and the outdoors.   There are many ways to get involved as a volunteer.  Roles include : SET UP, CHECK IN, PARKING ATTENDANT, PHOTOGRAPHER/VIDEOGRAPHER, SUPPLY RUNNER, BEER/BEVERAGE SUPPORT.  You can go directly to https://loopdeville.org/volunteer/ to find out more and sign up.  

Join us in getting your hands dirty for a good cause! The Piedmont Environmental Council’s Community Farm at Roundabout Meadows needs volunteers to help grow and harvest fresh produce for Clarke and Loudoun food pantries in our 2025 season. While you help your community you’ll learn more about the local food system and maybe even pick up a few tips on growing your own fruits and veggies.

Volunteer opportunities for 2025 will begin in late March/early April and continue throughout the growing season. We have multiple opportunities per week during the peak season (June-September) and offer one Saturday per month. Due to the food pantry’s availability to pick up produce, the majority of time slots are during the week. Volunteer opportunities are announced via email to all volunteers who have signed up.

Volunteering is great for team-building! We are happy to coordinate School Field Trips, Corporate, and Group (e.g. scouts,clubs,faith-based organizations) volunteer days for groups of fifteen or more. 

All ages are welcome to volunteer, minors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Learn more at pecva.org/farm

Ongoing Tasks (April-October):

Seed starting, planting, harvesting, and other fun farm tasks!

On-site training will be provided. Previous experience is welcome, but not required! Be prepared to work outside in variable weather conditions. Bring gardening gloves, snacks, water, sun protection, bug spray, and weather appropriate clothing. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are encouraged. Volunteer waiver required, a link to the digital waiver will be shared in the volunteer welcome letter you will receive upon registration.

Capture videos for use by The Piedmont Environmental Council. This may include creating videos about specific conservation projects, taking b-roll, interviewing staff and members, or filming special events. Videos will primarily be developed for social media and website integration. 

Prior experience required, intermediate to advanced skill level preferred. This volunteer will need to use their own video equipment. Video editing can be done by or in conjunction with PED staff personnel.

An assistant would allow us to cover multiple events scheduled for the same time.

Location: Filming would fall within PEC’s 9-county region (Albemarle, Clarke, Culpeper, Fauquier, Greene, Loudoun, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock).

Time commitment: dependent on your availability.