Volunteer on the Pier
We are so grateful for your interest in volunteering at the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Our volunteers play an integral role in educating visitors about the local ecosystem, Tampa Bay Watch's work to restore it, and how they can help. The conversations you have with guests can inspire a lifetime of learning and environmental stewardship!
Our current needs are:
Touch Tank and Tabling Volunteers
This role involves watching over the touch tank to keep both guests and animals safe, along with hosting educational activities outside the Discovery Center’s doors. Touch tank and tabling volunteers are encouraged to engage visitors in conversation about the creatures on display, the local ecosystem, and Tampa Bay Watch's work. You will be an important advocate for our programs and the bay!
Please note! There is no special experience or knowledge required, we will provide a training guide and you will be invited to shadow an experienced person before you begin. Touch tank and tabling volunteers should be available to attend a regularly scheduled half-day shift at least once a week.
Special Event Volunteers
If you are unable to volunteer regularly, but still want to get involved, please indicate this on our volunteer application. We will notify you when there is a special event coming up that we could use some extra help with.
Tampa Bay Watch is also in need of volunteers for educational outreach, fundraising events, and restoration projects in our community. Click here to learn more.
Ready to get started? Click below to fill out the volunteer application form. We look forward to meeting you!