Love Lowcountry Wildlife?
Coastal Discovery Museum is searching for enthusiastic volunteers to join our summer Critter Meet and Greet team! Every Wednesday and/or Friday morning, we need reliable individuals to assist as animal handlers and greeters. These are 2-hours shifts 1-2 days per week through the summer, for ages 16 and up.
Interested in joining our team? Attend our upcoming Critter Meet and Greet training/info session on Wednesday, May 31st, from 10:30-11:30 am at the Museum. To reserve your spot at this session, please contact Dawn Brut at 843 689 6767 x228 or email [email protected]
What To Expect
Volunteer opportunities with Coastal Discovery Museum are fun and easy! Whether you're a student looking for community service hours or an adult looking for a cause to support, consider giving Coastal Discovery Museum volunteerism a try!
Psst: Students, as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, your volunteer work through us counts towards your total hours.
Handle Animals
As a Critter Meet and Greet Animal Handler, you'll showcase your exceptional people skills while learning more about the fascinating wildlife of the Lowcountry. Your role will involve educating guests about local reptiles, handling animals with visitors, and ensuring everyone follows our safety protocols (don't worry, we provide additional training).
Greet People
You'll also be a Critter Meet and Greet Greeter! As a greeter, you'll welcome guests, collect fees, and have the opportunity to strike up conversations about the Critter Meet and Greet. (If you prefer to look at animals but not touch, we still need you! Don't let Animal Handling deter you if that's not your thing.
Inspire Care
During the Meet and Greet, you'll have the chance to get hands-on with the animals, hold a critter or two, capture memorable pictures with your favorite creatures, and engage in informal yet educational discussions about the diverse wildlife of the Lowcountry.
How To Volunteer
Here's how it works:
February - JuneLet Us Know
16 or older? If you think this volunteer opportunity for the Critter Meet and Greet program is something you might like, let us know!May 31, 2023 10:30-11:30amAttend A Training
RSVP to attend our informational training session.June - AugustStart Leading
Beginning in June, our critter meet and greet program will need regular, skilled volunteers like yourself every week.
Coastal Discovery Museum is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with a mission to inspire people to care for the lowcountry.
70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
843-689-6767