OUR NON PROFIT MISSION STATEMENT/ VOLUNTEERS WANTED

Rattlebox Nature Center was conceived and created in response to an awareness that in our increasingly urban and technological society many children exist with little experience or appreciation of the animals with whom we share this planet and the natural world that surrounds us.
The goal of Rattlebox Nature Center is to provide individuals of all ages and capabilities with hands-on experience that will better their understanding of the critical role that animals play in the health and welfare of our world and to dispel false stereotypes and myths regarding their behavior and characteristics.
To accomplish these objectives Rattlebox Nature Center provides supervised contact with animals,horse care and introductory riding,nature focused workshops and art projects.During the summer months these activities are also presented through a day camp for children.Additionally, an animal presentation and educational program is available offsite at locations such as retirement facilities,special needs facilities, schools, private homes, camps and shelters.

Email us if you are interested in volunteering with children's programs or farm work. Volunteer info below:

Volunteers are welcome to join us for an hour or 2 for horse and small animal care and barn management. Jobs include grooming,field work,barn clean up and fence repair.Please do not sign up on a certain day unless you see it as a commitment. I have had too many people sign up and then call at the last minute to cancel after jobs have been prepared.However, I am happy to have people call when they have an hour or 2 to kill to see if I need help.
We also have parents who volunteer during their child's lessons for trail and garden work. This is great excercise and we really appreciate it!