South Mountain Conservancy e-Bulletin. June 2022

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

Program Calendar

National Trails Day Events


Sunday, June 5

9am-12pm

Forest Regeneration Volunteer Workday

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Community

Despite the high temperatures, the Mayapple Trail Runs were a success!
About 180 runners participated in the 2022 Mayapple Trail Runs this past weekend. The event raised $6,000 which will be put towards the Forest Regeneration Summer Internship Program. This would not have been possible without Kim Levinsky's Sassquad timing, our sponsors (Essex County Parks, the Sneaker Factory, Liv Breads, and Martin's Pretzels) and our volunteers—Thank you!
Seen above: Runners at the 10 & 20 mile starting line.



Hike South Mountain Reservation 
with our experienced hike leaders
Our free guided hiking program is packed this spring to get you movin' and groovin' outside! Witness all the changes the seasons deliver and treat yourself to a gift of wellness. SMC members receive a full hike schedule each month delivered their inbox, along with the opportunity for early bird registration. Non-members can register for hikes up to one week in advance through our Events Calendar, Meetup, or Facebook events. Registration, through Eventbrite, is required. 
Would you like to get involved, schedule a program, or have an idea to share?

We'd love to hear from you!

Citizen Science: Lori LaBorde, citizenscience@somocon.org
Chainsaw Gang: David Berry, chainsawgang@somocon.org
Forest Regeneration: Christy Zolty, forestregen@somocon.org
Hikes: Lou Nocito, hikes@somocon.org
Trailkeepers: Richard Inserro, trailkeepers@somocon.org
Trail Work Crew: Dennis Percher & John Verzani, trailwork@somocon.org
Trash Tacklers and Plogging: David Berry, trashtacklers@somocon.org
Wildflower Sculpture Park Curator: Lisa Sanders, wspcurator@somocon.org

Job Opportunities

Part-Time Operations Director
Within general parameters, this role works independently on a number of administrative duties that ensure efficient office operations and supports fundraising and outreach activities. The Operations Director also works independently on several other key tasks for the Conservancy related to marketing and its social media presence, program coordination, grant research and preliminary proposal writing, bookkeeping and accounting system inputting, store product fulfillment, and other miscellaneous tasks. This position is remote, offers flexible hours, and requires around 15-20 per week. More details and how to apply
Trash Tacklers Program Co-Coordinator Opening
Co-coordinators work together to identify areas in need, schedule group cleanups, and supervise cleanup events throughout South Mountain Reservation. This is a volunteer position. If interested email trashtacklers@somocon.org. 

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