The mission of the Habitat Healer program is to preserve and improve the health and biodiversity of Riveredge Nature Center’s natural sanctuary. However, the program recognizes several other important individual and community educational goals as well. These include:
- Providing a group learning environment that fosters Habitat Healers individual growth and the sharing of interests among its members;
- Helping others, through sanctuary preservation, research, and stewardship, to understand the interconnectedness of all living things;
- Serving as a regional resource for teaching effective stewardship methods by integrating elements of experimental design and analysis into Habitat Healer activities.
The Habitat Healers are led by Riveredge’s Research & Conservation Director, Matt Smith, and meet every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to Noon.
This group engages in the following activities:
- Invasive species identification, monitoring, and removal
- Prescribed burning of natural areas
- Planting native plant species in areas of low biodiversity
- Native seed collection and processing
- Please complete the volunteer application found HERE
Riveredge Nature Center is committed to supporting conservation through education that awakens curiosity, engages the body, and explores connections to nature for all generations. We envision a world of healthier human and natural communities. We hope to prioritize adventure, a sense of place, discovery, and joy. Our vision and goals are made possible by our wonderful group of committed volunteers. If you are interested in getting outdoors and helping us build healthier human and natural communities, we'd love to have you join us!
