323 Lester Road, Apopka, Florida 32712, United States
Volunteer with the Avian Reconditioning Center
We have many volunteer opportunities at the Avian Reconditioning Center (ARC) and provide hands-on training with birds of prey for dedicated volunteers. In addition to helping raptors in rehabilitation, we provide education programs to the Central Florida community.
Volunteers may expect to learn about native species of raptors and gain experience in the care and management of raptors.
Prior experience is not required to volunteer at ARC!
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Shifts:
- Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:30am to 12:30pm
- Saturdays, 9:30am to 4:00pm
- A minimum of three hours per volunteer shift is requested.
If you are interested in volunteering, please visit on a Wednesday, Friday or Saturday between 9:00am and 1:00pm to see if volunteering would be a good fit for you.
You may also contact our volunteer coordinator, Nicole at nicole.arc4raptors@gmail.com for more information.
Age Requirements
We welcome those 14 years of age and older to volunteer.
Minors (under the age of 18) may volunteer with the conditions below:
- A parent or guardian must remain on ARC property at all times during a minor's volunteer shift.
- Minor volunteers must be off ARC property by 3pm.
- Minor volunteers must be approved by ARC's Volunteer Coordinator.
Opportunities for Long Term/Dedicated Volunteers
Care and Management of Educational Ambassador Birds
Care and Management of Raptors Undergoing Rehabilitation
Care and Management of Educational Ambassador Birds
- Housing maintenance, such as cleaning mews, enclosures, and kennels.
- Raptor dietary management and feeding regimens
- Handling Ambassador Birds (at the discretion of ARC’s director and staff).
Education and Public Outreach
Care and Management of Raptors Undergoing Rehabilitation
Care and Management of Educational Ambassador Birds
- Volunteers will learn about ARC’s resident raptors, including their natural habitats, diets, and individual stories.
- Assist with on & offsite education programs
- Handle birds for public education programs (at the discretion of ARC’s director and staff).
Care and Management of Raptors Undergoing Rehabilitation
Care and Management of Raptors Undergoing Rehabilitation
Care and Management of Raptors Undergoing Rehabilitation
Volunteers may assist staff with:
- Cleaning and maintenance of enclosures and kennels.
- Intake exams and continuing care.
- Raptor dietary management and feeding regimens
- Releasing rehabilitated birds.