DISCOVERY CENTRE > VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers
Our skilled volunteers spent weeks restoring the Islander Wheelhouse. This artifact from the past sits in front of Muskoka Discovery Centre on Muskoka Wharf. The Islander and its restoration team were honoured with a Town of Gravenhurst 2017 Built Heritage Award for their work. Congratulations to all!
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Why we count on volunteers for success
Volunteers are an integral part of the daily operations of the Muskoka Discovery Centre (MDC). The contributions made by volunteers enhance the visitor’s experience and help achieve our goals.
Thanks to the hundred plus volunteers, the Muskoka Discovery Centre has an outstanding volunteer program which grows every year. We are able to interpret our programs, develop our archive collection, and provide our visitors with a real Muskoka experience through our volunteer efforts, enthusiasm, and involvement.
Our volunteers enjoy connecting with visitors, working on projects, and keeping the Centre shipshape. They promote our activities and act as strong advocates in the Muskoka community. Our volunteers receive orientation, bring many skills, are ageless, and come from a variety of backgrounds. They are passionate about sharing their time, talents, and energy with us.
Presenting and caring for Muskoka’s largest collection of Heritage wooden Boats, related artifacts of the Steamboat and Resort Era, and enhancing the sailing of North America’s Oldest coal fired Steamship would not be possible without the ongoing help from our volunteers
If you have time or talent you would like to share, come join us.
Read about two of our long-time volunteers Eileen Godfrey and Rob Abbott.
How to apply
Tour Guide: Spend just three hours a week welcoming visitors and sharing your passion for our exhibits. As a Tour Guide, you’ll lead groups through the Discovery Centre, answering questions and providing insights that make each visit memorable.
Archives Volunteer: Dive into our rich history! Help us preserve and organize our archival materials, ensuring that stories from the past are kept alive for future generations.
Workshop Facilitator: Share your creativity by leading hands-on workshops. Whether you’re skilled in crafting, science, or art, you can inspire participants of all ages.
Event Coordinator: Get involved in planning and executing our exciting events! From educational lectures to family fun days, you’ll help create unforgettable experiences for our community.
Whether you want to share your knowledge, preserve history, or foster creativity, there’s a place for you at the Discovery Centre. Join us in creating a welcoming environment for everyone!
