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Mission | Patrol units | Qualifications | General duties | Contact

Our mission:

To encourage community involvement with the Lake Metroparks Ranger Department by assisting as ‘extra eyes and ears’ in the parks and acting as goodwill ambassadors for Lake Metroparks in general.

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Patrol units:

Mounted Posse	Bike Patrol	Companion Dog Patrol/Hiking Patrol

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Qualifications:

• All potential Mounted Posse members must be able to demonstrate proficiency in all phases of horsemanship including grooming, first aid, equitation and trail riding. Ability to drive a truck and trailer is desirable but not mandatory.
• All potential Bike Patrol members must be able to demonstrate proficiency in all phases of cycling including understanding their bike and its need for any repairs.
• All members must exhibit enthusiasm and a sense of responsibility towards this program; must be dependable and punctual.
• Minimum age for volunteers is 21 years.
• Must complete training program.
• Must have a positive attitude about the volunteer programs and the Lake Metroparks.
• Available to commit to the minimum hours volunteered per year.
  - listed in the individual sections
• Mounted Posse members must own or have access to a suitable horse for the program.
• Companion Dog Patrol members must have a dog suitably trained to be a part of the unit.
• Bike Patrol members are obligated to provide own bike and helmet.
• Must have the ability to follow procedures accurately and responsibly.
• Must be interested in helping others and be willing to work within the guidelines set by Lake Metroparks.

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General duties:

• Patrols in specified parks in pairs in an “observe, report, and educate” role.
• Assists with traffic control and public information/public relations at special events and festivals.
• Represents Lake Metroparks by participating in community parades.
• Presents educational programs to the public.

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Contact:

Lisa Sintic
Volunteer Unit Supervisor
Lake Metroparks Farmpark
8800 Chardon Rd.
Kirtland, OH 44094
(440) 256-2144

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