The Babes in the Woods weekly family hiking program is in need of immediate volunteer help to act as guides and assistants for events throughout the spring and summer.
The program is seeking individuals that are available Tuesday mornings, comfortable with children, and are physically able to hike at an adult pace for approx. 90 minutes.
If you are interested, or have any questions, contact babesinthewoods@fells.org.
Join us and help introduce the wonders of the Fells to the next generation of nature lovers!
Hike Assistant Responsibilities
Assists hike leaders and participants on their Tuesday morning outings
Hike Assistant Duties
Babes in the Woods
- Signs in participants using the Wild Apricot app
- Makes sure everyone stays with group
- Lends a hand to participants who may need one
- Waits with anyone who needs a break (e.g. diaper changes, breastfeeding, etc.)
- Escorts anyone who needs to leave the hike back to the trailhead
Hike ‘n’ Seek
- Signs in participants using the Wild Apricot app
- Clears path for participants of tripping hazards
- Makes sure everyone stays with group
- Repeats educational information/demonstrations from hike leader for families as hike progresses
Hike Assistant Qualifications
People skills, minor hiking and navigational skills
Some knowledge of the Middlesex Fells trail system preferred