Natural Areas Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteering Comes Naturally!

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion for the outdoors and conservation. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Natural Areas Department. Each year volunteers donate thousands of hours to help conserve fragile ecosystems, protect wildlife habitats and educate the public. Download a PDF of the Volunteer Opportunities brochure or click below for details on each opportunity. Volunteer today!

Projects

• One Day Projects - are available for groups and individuals.
• Short Term Projects--Native Plant Gardening, Wildflower Seed Packaging or Bird Monitoring.
• Longer Term Projects--
  • Master Naturalist
  • Master Naturalist Assistant
  • Volunteer Ranger Assistant
  • Adopt-a-Natural Area
  • Rare Plant Survey
• Eagle Scout Projects--Submit your idea and find a mentor.

For Active Volunteers

• Draft Volunteer Policies
• Draft Volunteer Code of Conduct
• Volgistics Volunteer Information Center
• Frog Monitoring Resources