| About the Position | |
| Position # | 4452 |
| Organization | Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary |
| Position | Crafting for Nature Volunteers - Silver Swans |
| Location | 3873 Swan Lake Road, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement | Conserve and restore Nature Sanctuary lands and waters while inspiring stewardship through community engagement and collaboration. |
| Description |
The Silver Swans are a group of fabric artists, quilters, and crafters who meet weekly to create handmade items inspired by the natural world. Since 2011, the group has combined creativity and community to support Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary’s restoration and education work. As a volunteer, you’ll contribute to creating items for the Nature House gift shop and seasonal sales, while being part of a welcoming, collaborative group. Key Responsibilities: • Create fabric and/or quilted items for sale and display • Contribute to group projects • Help prepare for seasonal sales and occasional exhibits • Support a shared, organized workspace |
| Training Details | Some sewing skills required. Mentorship is provided by fellow volunteers on sewing and fabric art techniques. |
| Working Conditions | Indoors in heritage style house. |
| Minimum Duration | 4 - 6 months |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime |
| Time Detail | We ask for an initial 6 month commitment. |
| Age | 18+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Accessibility | Support Newcomers and ESL |
| Area(s) of Interest | Arts/Culture, Gardening/Environment |
| Skill(s) | Collaboration, Interpersonal Communication, Flexibility, Creating, Designing |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.swanlake.bc.ca/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | ttodesco@swanlake.bc.ca |
| Phone | 250-479-0211 Ext. 1008 |
| Address | 3873 Swan Lake Road Victoria, V8X3W1 |