FOLW Volunteer Opportunities

Eager to get personally involved with the future of Lake Winnecook?

Become a FOLW Volunteer!

We are always seeking highly motivated individuals to serve on our Board of Directors or volunteer as opportunities become available.

To Apply:

Review the information below, then fill out and submit the accompanying form. We look forward to having you on our team! ​

  • Advocacy - Represent our interests at the local, state and federal levels.

  • Conservation, Construction, and Landscaping - Participate with LakeSmart, the Loon Count, invasive plant monitoring - via Courtesy Boat Inspection or Plant Paddles - and more. Tackle non-point source (NPS) pollution projects with our Erosion Control Team, the Youth Conservation Corps and landowners.

  • Development - Foster existing relationships and curate new funding opportunities.

  • Education - Plan and host community awareness events and other programs.

  • Financial Stewardship - Maximize the impact of FOLW’s membership donations, grants and other investments.

  • Logistics and Organization - Utilize strong communication and project management skills to support FOLW initiatives. 

  • Public Speaking - Engage with the community — kids to seniors! — at various events.

  • Social Media, Website, and Technology - Grow FOLW’s digital presence, user engagement and experience.

  • Writing and Design - Create copy and materials for FOLW programs.

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The Board of Directors meets monthly - Zoom Option available - on the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. In addition to regular meeting attendance, Directors are required to be actively engaged and fully support our mission. Directors and Officers serve 1 Year terms and are elected at every Annual Meeting on the 1st Saturday in August.