Friends of the Clearwater is, in large part, the hard work and dedication of our amazing volunteers. In fact, we were an all volunteer organization until 1999.
Below are just a few of the many opportunities at Friends of the Clearwater. You may choose one or as many as you would like, as any help is greatly appreciated. We truly value our volunteers and are very grateful for all of their hard work! We hope that you will join us in our efforts to protect and defend the Wild Clearwater Country. learn more about our volunteer group
Do your part to help Friends of the Clearwater by donating your time with one of many volunteer opportunities, including:
Wildlife Research
Off Road Recreation Vehicle Overuse
Friends of the Clearwater has documented off-road vehicle (motorbikes, ATVs) use on trails originally designed for foot traffic. Unfortunately, most of the roadless areas (potential wilderness) on the Clearwater and Nez Perce National Forests are open to motor vehicles (including all of them to snowmobiles). We are monitoring these areas by sending out volunteers to endangered hiking trails to gather photographs and other evidence that proves that this use us degrading these lands.
Brochure writing and Research
Some of the topics we need energetic volunteers to look into include:
- Research and Summary on Mining Laws
- A brief summary about wildlife laws and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game
Timber Sale Monitoring:
We are currently monitoring several timber sales. Environmental guidelines have been designed to minimize the negative impact logging and road-building have on watersheds. Often these standards are ignored by the Forest Service and contracted logging companies. We monitor these sales to record where and when infractions occur. We use digital photos and GPS coordinates to support this work.
Table at Community Events
We set up an informational table at community events throughout the region and at the local college campuses. If you have a favorite event in North Central Idaho please invite us! Don’t worry if you feel like you have a lot to learn; someone will meet you to help set up/take down the table. Its very easy and all the information is at your fingertips! It’s a great way to get outside and meet people too!
Interior Decorating and Design
We have a group of committed individuals heading up the Moscow office face lift. To get involved contact Will Boyd at foc@friendsoftheclearwater.org.
Letter Writing
There are many decisions being made about the fate of our precious wildlands, and we need your voice to be heard on these issues. Sign up for our update, the Big Wild Weekly e-mail to receive current alerts, or refer to our letter writing info sheet with alerts and a sample letter. By writing letters to the editor, Forest Service and elected officials, hopefully together we will influence those who can make positive changes! Log in and read the WildScribes group as well.
Assist With Data Entry or Mailings
We have lots of info just waiting to be entered into the computer! Any help doing so, is huge! We also send mailings throughout the year that go quickly with lots of help. Computer savvy people appreciated but not required!
Get Your Group or Cause Involved With FOC
Get your group to help with any of our volunteer opportunities or invite us to your events and activities!
We are always looking for ways to connect in our local communities! New ideas for local groups to work together are the best ways to get connected.
Fundraising and Donations
We are a non-profit organization and therefore rely solely on grants and donations from our gracious supporters. As prices seem to be rising, any help with fundraising or cultivating donations is greatly appreciated! Creative ways to raise money are always welcome, as well!
Contact Info:
PO Box 9241
Moscow, ID 83843
Phone: 208-882-9755 Fax: 208-883-0727
E-mail: foc@friendsoftheclearwater.org
www.friendsoftheclearwater.org
