Opportunities From: The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Center

Volunteer: Topsail Beach Volunteer

Walk designated area of beach observing for any signs of a Turtle nesting May 1st- August 31st.  

Assist with nest sitting through the end of October/beginning of November

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Volunteer

Walk designated area of beach observing for any signs of a Turtle nesting May 1st- August 31st.  

Assist with nest sitting through the end of October/beginning of November

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: May 1, 2026 through Nov 30, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: North Topsail North Beach Volunteer

Walk designated area of beach observing for any signs of a Turtle nesting May 1st- August 31st.  

Assist with nest sitting through the end of October/beginning of November

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Volunteer

Walk designated area of beach observing for any signs of a Turtle nesting May 1st- August 31st.  

Assist with nest sitting through the end of October/beginning of November

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: May 1, 2026 through Nov 30, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: North Topsail South Beach Volunteer

Walk designated area of beach observing for any signs of a Turtle nesting May 1st- August 31st.  

Assist with nest sitting through the end of October/beginning of November

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Volunteer

Walk designated area of beach observing for any signs of a Turtle nesting May 1st- August 31st.  

Assist with nest sitting through the end of October/beginning of November

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: May 1, 2026 through Nov 30, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Surf City South Beach Volunteer

Walk designated area of beach observing for any signs of a Turtle nesting May 1st- August 31st.  

Assist with nest sitting through the end of October/beginning of November

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Volunteer

Walk designated area of beach observing for any signs of a Turtle nesting May 1st- August 31st.  

Assist with nest sitting through the end of October/beginning of November

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: May 1, 2026 through Nov 30, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Surf City North Beach Volunteer

Walk designated area of beach observing for any signs of a Turtle nesting May 1st- August 31st.  

Assist with nest sitting through the end of October/beginning of November

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Volunteer

Walk designated area of beach observing for any signs of a Turtle nesting May 1st- August 31st.  

Assist with nest sitting through the end of October/beginning of November

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Volunteer

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: May 1, 2026 through Nov 30, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Sunday Hospital Team Member

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28460

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Greeter/Door Person

Welcome and check in guests using app or schedule. Provide introductory info about KBSTRRC. Send groups into tour guides as scheduled. Take down parking lot chain before tours, and replace chain after the last guest has left.

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Welcome and check in guests using app or schedule. Provide introductory info about KBSTRRC. Send groups into tour guides as scheduled. Take down parking lot chain before tours, and replace chain after the last guest has left.

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Gift Shop Cashier

Cashier

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Cashier

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Adoptions

Supporting the mission of the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center in educating guest about the turtles and the care needed for those who are up for symbolic adoption. 

Assist guests in their purchase of their symbolic adoption. 

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Supporting the mission of the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center in educating guest about the turtles and the care needed for those who are up for symbolic adoption. 

Assist guests in their purchase of their symbolic adoption. 

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28460

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Gift Shop Sales

Assist guests in the gift shop, answering questions about sizes, colors of shirts, sweatshirts, etc. 

Monitoring stock and replenishing as necessary. Straightening up the gift shop. Maintaining the cleanliness of the gift shop.

 

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Assist guests in the gift shop, answering questions about sizes, colors of shirts, sweatshirts, etc. 

Monitoring stock and replenishing as necessary. Straightening up the gift shop. Maintaining the cleanliness of the gift shop.

 

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Tour Guide

Position Summary:

Volunteers serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours. 

Responsibilities:

Give guided tours and participate in other responsibilities associated with being open to the public.Disseminate accurate information to guests regarding sea turtles.   Adhere to safety guidelines.  Promote environmental sustainability. Uphold the KBSTRRC’s Mission Statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader, Volunteer Manager, Executive Director, or other designated person in charge.

Qualifications:

Love of marine life especially sea turtles.   Good communication skills. Willing to work long hours. Enjoy working with people. Flexibility with scheduling. Able to follow directions.

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Position Summary:

Volunteers serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours. 

Responsibilities:

Give guided tours and participate in other responsibilities associated with being open to the public.Disseminate accurate information to guests regarding sea turtles.   Adhere to safety guidelines.  Promote environmental sustainability. Uphold the KBSTRRC’s Mission Statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader, Volunteer Manager, Executive Director, or other designated person in charge.

Qualifications:

Love of marine life especially sea turtles.   Good communication skills. Willing to work long hours. Enjoy working with people. Flexibility with scheduling. Able to follow directions.

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Monday Hospital Team Member

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28460

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Carolina Ocean Odyssey Camp (COO- Surf Camp)

Sea Turtle Camp - COO

(ages 10-12)

14 students 2 adults

Program: Education & Outreach

Sea Turtle Camp - COO

(ages 10-12)

14 students 2 adults

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Tuesday Hospital Team Member

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28460

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Guppy Ocean Adventure Camp (Surf Camp)

Sea Turtle Camp - Guppy

(ages 6-10)

16 students 2 adults

Program: Education & Outreach

Sea Turtle Camp - Guppy

(ages 6-10)

16 students 2 adults

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: WB Teen Overnight Surf Camp

Sea Turtle Camp - TON

(ages 12-17)

18 students 2 adults

Program: Education & Outreach

Sea Turtle Camp - TON

(ages 12-17)

18 students 2 adults

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Excel Learning Center- Vision Dr

School/Organization Name: Excel Learning Center- Vision Dr     

Contact Name: Katherine Seaman

Contact Email: Excel2@Excelkids.com
Contact Phone Number: 910-799-4160 ext 3

Organization Address: 165 Vision Dr Wilmington Nc      

 

Number of students/children: less than 20
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 2

Number of Seniors/Military: 0

 

Preferred Date(s): July 22nd 11Am

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: Excel Learning Center- Vision Dr     

Contact Name: Katherine Seaman

Contact Email: Excel2@Excelkids.com
Contact Phone Number: 910-799-4160 ext 3

Organization Address: 165 Vision Dr Wilmington Nc      

 

Number of students/children: less than 20
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 2

Number of Seniors/Military: 0

 

Preferred Date(s): July 22nd 11Am

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 22, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Wednesday Hospital Team Member

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Marine Quest- Ocean Lab

Marine Quest Morgan O’Connell oconnellm@uncw.edu 20 students 3 staff

Program: Education & Outreach

Marine Quest Morgan O’Connell oconnellm@uncw.edu 20 students 3 staff

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Thursday Hospital Team Member

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28460

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Excel Learning Center 17th St

School/Organization Name: Excel Learning Center 17th St


Contact Name: Katherine Seaman


Contact Email: Excel2@excelkids.com
Contact Phone Number: 910-799-41-60 ext3


Organization Address: 4308 S17th St Wilmington NC 28466        


Number of students/children: less than 20
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 2


Number of Seniors/Military: 0


Preferred Date(s): July 24th 10am

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: Excel Learning Center 17th St


Contact Name: Katherine Seaman


Contact Email: Excel2@excelkids.com
Contact Phone Number: 910-799-41-60 ext3


Organization Address: 4308 S17th St Wilmington NC 28466        


Number of students/children: less than 20
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 2


Number of Seniors/Military: 0


Preferred Date(s): July 24th 10am

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 24, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Friday Hospital Team Member

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28460

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Saturday Hospital Team Member

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Volunteer Team Members work closely with fellow and other team members. Volunteer Team Members report to the Team Leader. Volunteer Team Members will be responsible for the care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Volunteer Team Members will serve as ambassadors for sea turtles during guided tours and within the community.

 

Responsibilities:

Cut and weigh food for turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood. Clean tanks.  Feed turtles. Hold/restrain turtles. Weigh turtles. Maintain water/life support system.  Maintain accurate records, i.e., food chart, therapy pool, weekly weighing, and admission of injured turtles. Assist with medical care as needed. Kitchen duties, i.e., wash and fold laundry, wash and dry dishes. Clean restrooms, kitchen, hallways, and other accessible areas. Answer phone and take accurate messages, i.e., name, date, message, and return telephone number. Must participate in giving guided tours and other responsibilities associated withbeing open to the public. Adhere to all safety guidelines.  Collect garbage and recycled items for disposal. Promotes environmental sustainability. Uphold the center’s mission statement. Any other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader and/or Executive Director.

Program: Sea Turtle Hospital Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28460

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Sensory Friendly Visting Hour @ KBSTRRC

This is an exclusive hour designed for children with varying sensory, developmental, or physical needs. They will be able to explore the center in a comfortable environment with fewer guests and reduced lighting and sounds. This will be more of an "open house" than a structured tour.  Volunteers will be assigned a station and will speak briefly to guests about the station or turtles and answer questions. 


Program: Education & Outreach

This is an exclusive hour designed for children with varying sensory, developmental, or physical needs. They will be able to explore the center in a comfortable environment with fewer guests and reduced lighting and sounds. This will be more of an "open house" than a structured tour.  Volunteers will be assigned a station and will speak briefly to guests about the station or turtles and answer questions. 


Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Marine Quest- Turtle Trek

Marine Quest Morgan O’Connell oconnellm@uncw.edu 20 students 3 staff

Program: Education & Outreach

Marine Quest Morgan O’Connell oconnellm@uncw.edu 20 students 3 staff

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Onslow County Parks and Recreation

School/Organization Name: Onslow County Parks and RecreationContact Name: Taylor Kirkland Contact Email: Taylor_Kirkland@OnslowCountyNC.gov
Contact Phone Number: 910-347-5332Organization Address: 1244 Onslow Pines Rd. Jacksonville, NC
Number of students/children: No more than 40
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 4Number of Seniors/Military: 0
Preferred Date: July 29th 

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: Onslow County Parks and RecreationContact Name: Taylor Kirkland Contact Email: Taylor_Kirkland@OnslowCountyNC.gov
Contact Phone Number: 910-347-5332Organization Address: 1244 Onslow Pines Rd. Jacksonville, NC
Number of students/children: No more than 40
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 4Number of Seniors/Military: 0
Preferred Date: July 29th 

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 29, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Creative Minds Preschool

School Contact Name: Kayla Clements
Email: kclements465@gmail.com
Phone Number: 9106866775
School Name: Creative Minds Preschool
School Address: 11207 US Hwy 17 Wilmington , Nc United States 28411


Program Options: Group Tour
Grade Level(s): 1-5
Number of Students: 15-24
Number of Adults/Chaperones: 3-4


Month Interested in Visiting
July



Please share any special requests or topics you would like to have covered
Good morning, can I book a group tour for my field trip groups on July 27th and July 29th to visit your location this summer? If you are open at 10 am we would be interested in visiting then; if not, we would want the earliest time you have available, please.
Please let me know if you are able to host us on both of those days and if there is any other information that you need from me.
Thank you,
Kayla

Program: Education & Outreach

School Contact Name: Kayla Clements
Email: kclements465@gmail.com
Phone Number: 9106866775
School Name: Creative Minds Preschool
School Address: 11207 US Hwy 17 Wilmington , Nc United States 28411


Program Options: Group Tour
Grade Level(s): 1-5
Number of Students: 15-24
Number of Adults/Chaperones: 3-4


Month Interested in Visiting
July



Please share any special requests or topics you would like to have covered
Good morning, can I book a group tour for my field trip groups on July 27th and July 29th to visit your location this summer? If you are open at 10 am we would be interested in visiting then; if not, we would want the earliest time you have available, please.
Please let me know if you are able to host us on both of those days and if there is any other information that you need from me.
Thank you,
Kayla

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Easterseals EMPOWER - Wilmington

School/Organization Name: Easterseals EMPOWER - Wilmington 
Contact Name: Nyah Roberts 
Contact Email: nyah.roberts@eastersealsport.com
Contact Phone Number: 910-742-7692
Organization Address: 4827 Randall Parkway, Wilmington, NC, 28403


Number of students/children: 22
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 10
Number of Seniors/Military: 0


Preferred Date(s): 
Thursday, July 30th, 2026

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: Easterseals EMPOWER - Wilmington 
Contact Name: Nyah Roberts 
Contact Email: nyah.roberts@eastersealsport.com
Contact Phone Number: 910-742-7692
Organization Address: 4827 Randall Parkway, Wilmington, NC, 28403


Number of students/children: 22
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 10
Number of Seniors/Military: 0


Preferred Date(s): 
Thursday, July 30th, 2026

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 30, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: MLK Community Center

Mary Jones (910) 341-0053 mary.jones@wilmingtonnc.gov 30  students @ $5 per plus tax 4 adults @ $7 per plus tax

Program: Education & Outreach

Mary Jones (910) 341-0053 mary.jones@wilmingtonnc.gov 30  students @ $5 per plus tax 4 adults @ $7 per plus tax

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 31, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Team Leader Meetings

Monthly meetings to discuss turtle care, policies, procedures and any other items.

 

Held on the third Tuesday of every month.

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Monthly meetings to discuss turtle care, policies, procedures and any other items.

 

Held on the third Tuesday of every month.

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: YMCA Summer Camp Ogden Baptist

School/Organization Name: YMCA Summer Camp Ogden Baptist
Contact Name: Griffin Dunne
Contact Email: griffin.dunne@ymcasenc.org
Contact Phone Number: 910-726-9847 ext 318
Organization Address: 921 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401


Number of students/children: 45
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 4-5
Number of Seniors/Military: N/A

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: YMCA Summer Camp Ogden Baptist
Contact Name: Griffin Dunne
Contact Email: griffin.dunne@ymcasenc.org
Contact Phone Number: 910-726-9847 ext 318
Organization Address: 921 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401


Number of students/children: 45
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 4-5
Number of Seniors/Military: N/A

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 3, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: YMCA Water Adventure Camp

Contact: Katie Wayman Organization: YMCA Water Adventure Camp Contact Email: katie.wayman@ymcasenc.org Contact Phone Number: 910-726-9847 ext 114 Children: 14 Adults: 2

Program: Education & Outreach

Contact: Katie Wayman Organization: YMCA Water Adventure Camp Contact Email: katie.wayman@ymcasenc.org Contact Phone Number: 910-726-9847 ext 114 Children: 14 Adults: 2

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Port City Gymnastics

School/Organization Name: Port City Gymnastics
Contact Name: Ricky Tyner
Contact Email: pcg.ricky@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 910-793-1921
Organization Address: 6734 Amsterdam Way, Wilmington NC, 28405


Number of students/children: Max of 52, we are currently at 29
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: Max of 5 to 6 coaches
Number of Seniors/Military: -

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: Port City Gymnastics
Contact Name: Ricky Tyner
Contact Email: pcg.ricky@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 910-793-1921
Organization Address: 6734 Amsterdam Way, Wilmington NC, 28405


Number of students/children: Max of 52, we are currently at 29
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: Max of 5 to 6 coaches
Number of Seniors/Military: -

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 11, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: The Davis Community Independent Living


School/Organization Name: The Davis Community Independent Living
Contact Name: Courtney Kinne-Norris
Contact Email: courtneyk@thedaviscommunity.org
Contact Phone Number: 315-723-7561 (cell phone, best way to stay in touch!)
Organization Address: 920 Roundhouse Circle, Wilmington NC 28411


Number of students/children: 
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 1 chaperone
Number of Seniors/Military: 14 seniors


Preferred Date: Wednesday, August 12 at 11:00am. 

Program: Education & Outreach


School/Organization Name: The Davis Community Independent Living
Contact Name: Courtney Kinne-Norris
Contact Email: courtneyk@thedaviscommunity.org
Contact Phone Number: 315-723-7561 (cell phone, best way to stay in touch!)
Organization Address: 920 Roundhouse Circle, Wilmington NC 28411


Number of students/children: 
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 1 chaperone
Number of Seniors/Military: 14 seniors


Preferred Date: Wednesday, August 12 at 11:00am. 

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 12, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Children's Cottage of Wilmington

School/Organization Name: Children's Cottage of Wilmington
Contact Name: Erin Welker
Contact Email: erin.a.welker@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 910-465-6711
Organization Address: 107 Marshall Court, Wilmington NC 28411


Number of students/children: 20
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 2
Number of Seniors/Military: 0


Preferred Date(s): August 13

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: Children's Cottage of Wilmington
Contact Name: Erin Welker
Contact Email: erin.a.welker@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 910-465-6711
Organization Address: 107 Marshall Court, Wilmington NC 28411


Number of students/children: 20
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 2
Number of Seniors/Military: 0


Preferred Date(s): August 13

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 13, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Homeschool Group

School/Organization Name: Homeschool GroupContact Name: Mary PlotnerContact Email: plotnersathome@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 919-357-0686Organization Address: 214 Quilon Circle Wilmington, NC 28412
Number of students/children: 18 (2 of these are under age 2)
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 6Number of Seniors/Military: 0
Preferred Date(s): August 14 at 10am

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: Homeschool GroupContact Name: Mary PlotnerContact Email: plotnersathome@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 919-357-0686Organization Address: 214 Quilon Circle Wilmington, NC 28412
Number of students/children: 18 (2 of these are under age 2)
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 6Number of Seniors/Military: 0
Preferred Date(s): August 14 at 10am

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 14, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Childcare Network 81

School/Organization Name: Childcare Network 81 Contact Name:Kaitlyn Daigle Contact Email:  Daiglek0822@gmail.com Contact Phone Number: 3372961868 Organization Address: 928 Henderson dr. Jacksonville, NC 28540 Number of students/children: 25 Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 4 Number of Seniors/Military: Preferred Date: August 18

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: Childcare Network 81 Contact Name:Kaitlyn Daigle Contact Email:  Daiglek0822@gmail.com Contact Phone Number: 3372961868 Organization Address: 928 Henderson dr. Jacksonville, NC 28540 Number of students/children: 25 Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 4 Number of Seniors/Military: Preferred Date: August 18

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 18, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Girl Scout Troop

Diane Veneziale  910-616-8403 10 students  unsure of adults- will update

Program: Education & Outreach

Diane Veneziale  910-616-8403 10 students  unsure of adults- will update

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 19, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Deeply Rooted Homeschool Co-op

School/Organization Name: Deeply Rooted Homeschool Co-op
Contact Name: Tara Clark    
Contact Email: Taranicole1225@hotmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 803-360-4088
Organization Address: 721 Southernwood Pl, Hubert, NC 28539


Number of students/children: 30-40
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 12-14
Number of Seniors/Military: ? Many of these family are military or retired military


Preferred Date(s): August 21

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: Deeply Rooted Homeschool Co-op
Contact Name: Tara Clark    
Contact Email: Taranicole1225@hotmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 803-360-4088
Organization Address: 721 Southernwood Pl, Hubert, NC 28539


Number of students/children: 30-40
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 12-14
Number of Seniors/Military: ? Many of these family are military or retired military


Preferred Date(s): August 21

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 21, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Christian Activities for the Bridge Presbyterian Church

Contact: Ruth Fitzsimmons Phone: 614 588 2390 Email: r.fitzsi55@gmail.com 20-25 seniors

Program: Education & Outreach

Contact: Ruth Fitzsimmons Phone: 614 588 2390 Email: r.fitzsi55@gmail.com 20-25 seniors

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 25, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Tour Shadow

Shadow tour guides to gain experience prior to giving tours

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Shadow tour guides to gain experience prior to giving tours

Program: Tours and Gift Shop

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Grow Early Learning

School/Organization Name: Grow Early Learning 
Contact Name: Amber Weathers
Contact Email: aweathers@growearlylearning.org
Contact Phone Number: 919-889-7099
Organization Address: Old Blossom Ferry Rd, North Carolina 28457


Number of students/children: 14 max children's 
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 3 for sure, unsure about any other adults since we just started planning this field trip.
Number of Seniors/Military: 0

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: Grow Early Learning 
Contact Name: Amber Weathers
Contact Email: aweathers@growearlylearning.org
Contact Phone Number: 919-889-7099
Organization Address: Old Blossom Ferry Rd, North Carolina 28457


Number of students/children: 14 max children's 
Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 3 for sure, unsure about any other adults since we just started planning this field trip.
Number of Seniors/Military: 0

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 28, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: The Homeschool Experience

School/Organization Name: The Homeschool Experience   Contact Name: Stacy Lyerly   Contact Email: stacy@thehomeschoolexperience.com  Contact Phone Number: 9196696124  Organization Address: 1625 Shepherds Glade Dr Apex NC 27523  Number of students/children: 24  Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 25  Number of Seniors/Military:   Preferred Date(s): Sept 12@ 9:30 AM

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name: The Homeschool Experience   Contact Name: Stacy Lyerly   Contact Email: stacy@thehomeschoolexperience.com  Contact Phone Number: 9196696124  Organization Address: 1625 Shepherds Glade Dr Apex NC 27523  Number of students/children: 24  Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: 25  Number of Seniors/Military:   Preferred Date(s): Sept 12@ 9:30 AM

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Porters Neck Village

School/Organization Name:  Porters Neck Village Contact Name:  Lily Bennett Contact Email: lbennett@portersneckvillage.org Contact Phone Number:  910.686.7181 Number of students/children:    Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: ~25 Number of Seniors/Military:

Program: Education & Outreach

School/Organization Name:  Porters Neck Village Contact Name:  Lily Bennett Contact Email: lbennett@portersneckvillage.org Contact Phone Number:  910.686.7181 Number of students/children:    Number of teachers/chaperones/adults: ~25 Number of Seniors/Military:

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 23, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Cape Fear Academy

Cape Fear Academy 
Ran Holeman 
Phone Number: 910-791-0287, ext. 3041.
Email:  ran.holeman@capefearacademy.org
3900 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412
55 students, 4-5 adults 

~27 will go on a tour at 9:30am (split into two groups)
45 minute to 1 hour tours

~27 will split into two groups and do Prosethetic party and DyNESTy
- 25 min for Prosthetic Party 
- 25 min for DyNESTy 
Will switch off at 10:30 am 


Program: Education & Outreach

Cape Fear Academy 
Ran Holeman 
Phone Number: 910-791-0287, ext. 3041.
Email:  ran.holeman@capefearacademy.org
3900 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412
55 students, 4-5 adults 

~27 will go on a tour at 9:30am (split into two groups)
45 minute to 1 hour tours

~27 will split into two groups and do Prosethetic party and DyNESTy
- 25 min for Prosthetic Party 
- 25 min for DyNESTy 
Will switch off at 10:30 am 


Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 1, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Cape Fear Academy

Cape Fear Academy 
Ran Holeman 
Phone Number: 910-791-0287, ext. 3041.
Email:  ran.holeman@capefearacademy.org
3900 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412
55 students, 4-5 adults 

~27 will go on a tour at 9:30am (split into two groups)
45 minute to 1 hour tours

~27 will split into two groups and do Prosethetic party and DyNESTy
- 25 min for Prosthetic Party 
- 25 min for DyNESTy 
Will switch off at 10:30 am 

Program: Education Team

Cape Fear Academy 
Ran Holeman 
Phone Number: 910-791-0287, ext. 3041.
Email:  ran.holeman@capefearacademy.org
3900 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412
55 students, 4-5 adults 

~27 will go on a tour at 9:30am (split into two groups)
45 minute to 1 hour tours

~27 will split into two groups and do Prosethetic party and DyNESTy
- 25 min for Prosthetic Party 
- 25 min for DyNESTy 
Will switch off at 10:30 am 

Program: Education Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 1, 2026

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Autumn With Topsail

Please sign up to help staff KBSTRRC's booth at Autumn with Topsail 
You'll be talking with the public and selling merchandise to raise money for the turtles. In doing so, you'll raise awareness of our organization and of sea turtle conservation.

We will need people to help set up the booth on Friday, Oct. 16th, and then volunteers to help out Saturday, Oct. 17th, and Sun. Oct. 18th.  The final shift on Sunday will help with the booth breakdown.  

Program: Education & Outreach

Please sign up to help staff KBSTRRC's booth at Autumn with Topsail 
You'll be talking with the public and selling merchandise to raise money for the turtles. In doing so, you'll raise awareness of our organization and of sea turtle conservation.

We will need people to help set up the booth on Friday, Oct. 16th, and then volunteers to help out Saturday, Oct. 17th, and Sun. Oct. 18th.  The final shift on Sunday will help with the booth breakdown.  

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Beach Volunteer Coordinator

Managing sections of Topsail Island, the volunteers who walk the beach, monitoring nests, communicating with their team, and supporting the Topsail Turtle Project

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Coordinators

Managing sections of Topsail Island, the volunteers who walk the beach, monitoring nests, communicating with their team, and supporting the Topsail Turtle Project

Program: Topsail Turtle Project Coordinators

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Medical Team

Positions Summary: Provide ongoing care for injured sea turtles.

Responsibilities:
Medical Team Lead
Trained and reports to the Executive Director.
Assist the Executive Director and the Veterinarian in all aspects of medical care.
Review and implement orders from the Veterinarian and Executive Director.
Lead and manage the Medical Team Members.
Provide consistent care for critical turtles.
Reconstitute medication.
Draw up medication.
Administer medication - SQ, IM.
Provide wound care and advanced wound care.
Assist with radiographs.
Assist with running blood diagnostics.
Maintain records.
Be available 24 hours on days scheduled.
Available to fill in other days as needed.
Uphold the center’s mission statement.
Communicate with Team Leaders and Team Members.

Medical Team Member
Assist the Medical Team Lead.
Targeted feeds as directed by medical team lead.
Baths/betadine of critical turtles as directed by Medical Team Lead.
Restraining turtles for meds.
Food prep for critical turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood.
Tank cleaning for critical turtles.
Assist with wound care and dressing.
Available for 24 hours on days scheduled.
Available to fill in other days as needed.
Uphold the center’s mission statement.

Qualifications:
Love of marine life especially sea turtles.
Good communication skills.
Willing to work long hours.
Enjoy working with people.
Flexibility with scheduling.
Able to follow directions.

ADA Requirements:
Routinely uses and must be able to operate equipment such as scales for weighing of food, sharp knives for cutting food, washer and dryer, telephone, water pumps, remotes for outlets, and any other equipment as necessary.
Requires ability to lift tanks, carry and hold turtles, bending and standing for long periods of time.
Must be able to read food chart and scale.
Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds.
Will be exposed to strong odors including cleaning products, seafood, and animal waste.
Disclaimer: This volunteer description indicates in general the nature and level of work, knowledge, skills, and other essential functions (as covered under the American Disabilities Act) expected of the volunteer. Volunteers may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Program: Medical Team

Positions Summary: Provide ongoing care for injured sea turtles.

Responsibilities:
Medical Team Lead
Trained and reports to the Executive Director.
Assist the Executive Director and the Veterinarian in all aspects of medical care.
Review and implement orders from the Veterinarian and Executive Director.
Lead and manage the Medical Team Members.
Provide consistent care for critical turtles.
Reconstitute medication.
Draw up medication.
Administer medication - SQ, IM.
Provide wound care and advanced wound care.
Assist with radiographs.
Assist with running blood diagnostics.
Maintain records.
Be available 24 hours on days scheduled.
Available to fill in other days as needed.
Uphold the center’s mission statement.
Communicate with Team Leaders and Team Members.

Medical Team Member
Assist the Medical Team Lead.
Targeted feeds as directed by medical team lead.
Baths/betadine of critical turtles as directed by Medical Team Lead.
Restraining turtles for meds.
Food prep for critical turtles, i.e., vegetables and various types of seafood.
Tank cleaning for critical turtles.
Assist with wound care and dressing.
Available for 24 hours on days scheduled.
Available to fill in other days as needed.
Uphold the center’s mission statement.

Qualifications:
Love of marine life especially sea turtles.
Good communication skills.
Willing to work long hours.
Enjoy working with people.
Flexibility with scheduling.
Able to follow directions.

ADA Requirements:
Routinely uses and must be able to operate equipment such as scales for weighing of food, sharp knives for cutting food, washer and dryer, telephone, water pumps, remotes for outlets, and any other equipment as necessary.
Requires ability to lift tanks, carry and hold turtles, bending and standing for long periods of time.
Must be able to read food chart and scale.
Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds.
Will be exposed to strong odors including cleaning products, seafood, and animal waste.
Disclaimer: This volunteer description indicates in general the nature and level of work, knowledge, skills, and other essential functions (as covered under the American Disabilities Act) expected of the volunteer. Volunteers may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Program: Medical Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Hillsborough Elementary School

Organization/School Name: Hillsborough Elementary School 
Contact Name: Tony Infantino 
Contact Email: tony@emeraldstudenttravel.com 
Contact Phone Number: 919.218.4050
 5th grade 
Number of students: 65 @ $5 each plus tax 
Number of Chaperones: 40 @ $7 each plus tax

Program: Education & Outreach

Organization/School Name: Hillsborough Elementary School 
Contact Name: Tony Infantino 
Contact Email: tony@emeraldstudenttravel.com 
Contact Phone Number: 919.218.4050
 5th grade 
Number of students: 65 @ $5 each plus tax 
Number of Chaperones: 40 @ $7 each plus tax

Program: Education & Outreach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 28, 2027

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Education Center Building Committee

As part of the KBSTRRC strategic plan, this working committee will help facilitate discussions and input into the Education Center.  Meetings will be ongoing until the project is complete. 

Program: Administration & Fundraising

As part of the KBSTRRC strategic plan, this working committee will help facilitate discussions and input into the Education Center.  Meetings will be ongoing until the project is complete. 

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Archive & History Committee

As part of the KBSTRRC's strategic plan, this working committee will help facilitate the archiving and history of the organization.  Meetings will be ongoing until the project is complete. 

Program: Administration & Fundraising

As part of the KBSTRRC's strategic plan, this working committee will help facilitate the archiving and history of the organization.  Meetings will be ongoing until the project is complete. 

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Exhibit Signage Committee

As part of the KBSTRRC's strategic plan, this working committee will help facilitate the updating of exhibit signage for the organization.  Meetings will be ongoing until the project is complete. 

Program: Administration & Fundraising

As part of the KBSTRRC's strategic plan, this working committee will help facilitate the updating of exhibit signage for the organization.  Meetings will be ongoing until the project is complete. 

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Water Team Volunteer

As part of the Water Team and in working to maintain the "life support system" of pumps, filters, and salt water, you will be serving a critical role in helping our sea turtle patients get well! Openings available several days of the week.

Responsibilities:

  Make salt water and utilize the pump system to distribute the water mixture to where it is needed in the facility.  Check and maintain salinity and temperature of the salt water. Maintain the filtering system as needed, and setup, operate, and remove temporary pumping systems.   Must develop a conceptual understanding of plumbing lines and able to operate plumbing valves.   Plumbing system requires depressurization for cleaning and maintenance activities.   Must be able to de-energize electrical equipment when needed.  Able to remove and replace aquarium filters and filter lids.   Able to use the garden hose or pressure washer to remove waste and debris.

 

 



   

Program: Water Team

As part of the Water Team and in working to maintain the "life support system" of pumps, filters, and salt water, you will be serving a critical role in helping our sea turtle patients get well! Openings available several days of the week.

Responsibilities:

  Make salt water and utilize the pump system to distribute the water mixture to where it is needed in the facility.  Check and maintain salinity and temperature of the salt water. Maintain the filtering system as needed, and setup, operate, and remove temporary pumping systems.   Must develop a conceptual understanding of plumbing lines and able to operate plumbing valves.   Plumbing system requires depressurization for cleaning and maintenance activities.   Must be able to de-energize electrical equipment when needed.  Able to remove and replace aquarium filters and filter lids.   Able to use the garden hose or pressure washer to remove waste and debris.

 

 



   

Program: Water Team

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Gardening and Landscaping

Working to enhance the outside of the facility. 

Program: Gardening & Landscaping

Working to enhance the outside of the facility. 

Program: Gardening & Landscaping

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Gift Shop Management

Manage gift shop inventory, restocking of inventory, ordering of items, pricing of items. 

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Manage gift shop inventory, restocking of inventory, ordering of items, pricing of items. 

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Board Services

Attending board meetings, working on committees, supporting the Executive Director and the mission of the KBSTTRC

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Attending board meetings, working on committees, supporting the Executive Director and the mission of the KBSTTRC

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Administrative

Supporting the Executive Director and the mission of KBSTTRC with administrative tasks such as writing thank you notes. 

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Supporting the Executive Director and the mission of KBSTTRC with administrative tasks such as writing thank you notes. 

Program: Administration & Fundraising

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28445

Allow Groups: No