Council Committees
The Marshy Point Nature Center Council is a non-profit headed by an Executive Board, which oversees a number of Council Committees. Although membership is not required to participate in Council Committees, they are headed by members who in turn report to the Board. We are always looking for talented people of all backgrounds to assist us!
The Volunteer Committee
Who we are and what we do:
The Volunteer Committee, co-chaired by Weekend Naturalist James Frank and Judy Furlow, is the volunteer base that supports Marshy Point. We help to maintain trails and equipment, monitor plant and animal populations, and provide visitor support for special events such as the Spring Festival, Earth Day, the Fish Fry, and our Holiday Party. Check out our current opportunities here.
How do I become a Volunteer?
New ideas are always welcome! Contact James Frank for information on upcoming meetings and events or to share your ideas.
The Membership Committee
Who we are and what we do:
The Membership Committee, co-chaired by Vera Reiner and Judy Furlow responsible for maintaining contact with Marshy Point members through mail, phone, and email. We publish and distribute Cattails, Marshy Point’s quarterly newsletter.
How do I join the Membership Committee?
Contact Vera Reiner for information on upcoming meetings or to share your ideas.
The Development Committee
Who we are and what we do:
The Development Committee, lead by Honorary Chair Don Hutchinson and co-chaired by Hal Ashman and Jessica Mann, is Marshy Point’s team of business and non-profit leaders who orchestrate the financial and structural progress of the Nature Center. Our current project involves the organization of special events for a capital campaign to fund the construction of our Education Wing.
How do I join the Development Committee?
Contact Hal Ashman for information on upcoming meetings or to share your ideas.
The Exhibit Committee
Who we are and what we do:
With so much to learn about at Marshy Point, there is plenty that can be done to expose visitors to our natural history. The Exhibit Committee, co-chaired by Chief Naturalist Bob Stanhope with Weekend Naturalists Terry Covington and James Frank, works to find funding for and orchestrate the construction of interpretive signs, exhibits, and displays throughout the park.
How do I join the Exhibit Committee?
Contact James Frank or Bob Stanhope for information on upcoming meetings or to share your ideas.
The Publicity Committee
Who we are and what we do:
Working in close contact with Ginny Elliott, Marshy Point’s office secretary, the Publicity Committee promotes weekly and special events at Marshy Point through print media and other informative broadcasts. We also maintain this web site with the help of our web designer at
Diphthong Moxie©.
How do I join the Publicity Committee?
Contact Ginny Elliott or James Frank for information on upcoming meetings or to share your ideas.
