CELEBRATING OUR VOLUNTEERS
RHP could not operate without its volunteers, and this page celebrates just a sliver of work that our volunteers have accomplished. For a more complete account, please follow us on Facebook.
Richfield Safety Forces to the Rescue!
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It is a wonderful thing when a community comes together for a common goal and for the greater good of all. That is what occurred last week when members of Richfield’s safety forces came together to paint the Lodge's front and rear porch ceilings and fascias.
RHP Volunteer Coordinator Susan Czaplicki collaborated with Richfield Firefighters Robert Benza and Eric Boleman to plan this project. It isn’t a project that can be done easily because of the height of the porch ceilings. To that end, Richfield PD Sergeant Chris Fyffe contacted All Aerials regarding the use of a lift which was necessary for the project. Prep work took place behind the scenes with RHP volunteers who installed plastic sheeting over the Lodge's porch windows and doors prior to the painting. It's been a much anticipated project and we are thrilled it is finally completed.
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KeyBank: Neighbors Make the Difference Day
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It all began in August when KeyBank contacted RHP’s Volunteer Coordinator, Susan Czaplicki, wanting to host a KeyBank “Neighbors Make The Difference Day” project at RHP. A simple phone call and one generous offer rolled into a great day Tuesday when KeyBank employees painted the Oviatt entrance fence. Even though it was a hot day in the upper 80s working in the full sun, this group’s enthusiasm and down to business attitude made it such a pleasure to have them at the park.
The project for KeyBank was suggested by RHP Park Director David Green and RJRD Board member Jeff Deluca. Projects such as these are selected by scope, time commitment, need, and time of year and prioritized accordingly. Thank you KeyBank! We look forward to collaborating with you again next year! For more information about KeyBank Neighbors Make The Difference Day, go to: https://www.key.com/.../neighbors-make-the-difference-day... |
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CESO Employees make a difference at RHP
CESO is a comprehensive firm located in Akron, Ohio that offers surveying, civil engineering, environmental, land planning, and architectural services. The firm selected Richfield Heritage Preserve as one of the locations for their annual Community Impact Day – where the entire office spends a day helping out in the community.
CESO Project Engineer, Taylor Cline, contacted RHP Volunteer Coordinator, Susan Czaplicki, in May regarding group volunteer opportunities at the park.
Ms. Czaplicki toured the park with Taylor Cline and Civil Engineering Manager, Robert Papotto, in June to review group volunteer projects. A CESO surveying team returned to the park early in July, to complete topographical surveys of the potential work areas.
On July 16th, CESO employees split into teams to undertake several projects at the park. The first team removed and rebuilt the Storybook Forest Trail boardwalk. For this, the team regraded the area under the boardwalk, dug a swale, and finally laid landscape fabric which they covered with crush and run. They also cut and installed new support beams and widened the existing boardwalk. The second team rerouted a trail near the High Lea Shelter and removed the existing High Lea bridge. The third team cleared dense vegetation to reroute a trail behind the Boat House.
RHP Park Director, David Green, RHP Volunteer Coordinator, Susan Czaplicki, RHP Maintenance Tech, Chris Moore, and RJRD Board Member, Jeff Deluca, assisted the CESO teams throughout the entire day.
CESO employees made a significant impact at Richfield Heritage Preserve that is sincerely appreciated by the community and park guests.
CESO Project Engineer, Taylor Cline, contacted RHP Volunteer Coordinator, Susan Czaplicki, in May regarding group volunteer opportunities at the park.
Ms. Czaplicki toured the park with Taylor Cline and Civil Engineering Manager, Robert Papotto, in June to review group volunteer projects. A CESO surveying team returned to the park early in July, to complete topographical surveys of the potential work areas.
On July 16th, CESO employees split into teams to undertake several projects at the park. The first team removed and rebuilt the Storybook Forest Trail boardwalk. For this, the team regraded the area under the boardwalk, dug a swale, and finally laid landscape fabric which they covered with crush and run. They also cut and installed new support beams and widened the existing boardwalk. The second team rerouted a trail near the High Lea Shelter and removed the existing High Lea bridge. The third team cleared dense vegetation to reroute a trail behind the Boat House.
RHP Park Director, David Green, RHP Volunteer Coordinator, Susan Czaplicki, RHP Maintenance Tech, Chris Moore, and RJRD Board Member, Jeff Deluca, assisted the CESO teams throughout the entire day.
CESO employees made a significant impact at Richfield Heritage Preserve that is sincerely appreciated by the community and park guests.
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Students from the Social Advocates For Youth (SAY) Make A Difference At RHP
SAY, which began in 2000, consists of students who are interested in making a difference at school and in their community. Advisor Nancy Schaumburg contacted RHP Volunteer Coordinator Susan Czaplicki in May regarding volunteer opportunities for the students. On July 27th students and advisors from Hathaway Brown, Laurel School, University School, and Mayfield High School finished painting the Broadview Road entrance gate. Upon completion, they then assisted RHP Maintenance Tech Chris Moore with removing rocks from the Amity fire circle. The students commenced with a hike around the Upper Lake.
Thank you to these talented students for your efforts at the park!
Thank you to these talented students for your efforts at the park!
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Winter Barn Project
Richfield Heritage Preserve volunteers collaborated with Burns & McDonnell employees, Jeff Deluca, and RJRD Maintenance Tech Chris Moore to paint the exterior of the Winter Barn.
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Hoban High School Students Work to Beautify RHP
Each summer, Hoban High School runs Justice Akron Ministries (JAM), a summer service retreat program for students. They connect students to various agencies in the Akron or greater Akron area. JAM participants volunteer with the agency as part of their 20-30 hours of service as part of their requirement for graduation.
- RHP park hosted 5 sophomores and 1 senior plus 2 parent volunteers for two 6 hour days. In that time they:
- Painted the Broadview Road entrance gate.
- Dug out grass near the Park Office, spread mulch, and filled in ruts in the lawn near the Broadview Road entrance.
- Assisted RJRD Maintenance Tech Chris Moore by digging and installing posts on the main road to Amity and near the Lodge.
- Removed stone and black fabric from the bridle trail near the power lines.