Welcome Gauley Arc Ally! Orientation to the Arc’s Speaker’s Bureau.
Your Vital Role as an Arc Ally Speakers bureau volunteers are incredibly important to this campaign, which represents the largest fundraising effort the Arc of Appalachia has ever undertaken. You will act as volunteer ambassadors, extending the campaign's reach far beyond existing donor lists and into new communities and states across the nation. Your role is to connect your personal networks, including friends, family, clubs, and organizations, to the Arc's mission and the immense significance of the Gauley River campaign. Given that the property lacks public road frontage, your help will be essential in bringing the compelling story of the Gauley's natural beauty, biodiversity, and national importance to a wider audience, using campaign assets like films, images, and our curated content to inspire support.
Next Steps & Resources for Success We are committed to equipping you with everything you need to succeed in your chosen role!
PREPARE! We will be sending invites to our speakers bureau volunteers to attend a training event early in September either in person or via Zoom. In the mean time, use the resources below to brush up on all things Arc of Appalachia. The more you know, the easier it will be to garner support for the campaign!
ACCESS OUR ONLINE RESOURCES by logging into our “allies only” website where you can find a variety of resources to help you share the Gauley campaign amongst your social circles.
Visit: http://arcpreserves.com:3000 User: gauleyally Password: ItsTheArc!JOIN US ON TELEGRAM to meet other allies and see how they are supporting the campaign.
https://t.me/+1_h5x5a4DwFjYzExLISTEN TO OUR PODCAST by following Wonders of the Wild, the official Arc podcast on PodBean!
https://appalachia.podbean.com/VISIT US ON SUBSTACK to read one of our weekly articles on nature, conservation, stewardship, etc.
https://arcofappalachia.substack.com/SUBSCRIBE TO THE MAILING LIST to receive the latest on upcoming events, projects, and campaigns.
If you have any questions as you begin your journey as an Arc Ally, please do not hesitate to contact us by emailing allies@arcofappalachia.com.
We deeply value your commitment to helping us protect this irreplaceable piece of American wilderness. Together, we can ensure that this landscape of hope continues to inspire generations to come.
Sincerely,
The Arc of Appalachia Team