Volunteer Toolkit
Whether volunteering in a park visitors center, giving tours as a specially-trained docent, or helping restore a wildlife habitat, California state park volunteers are vital contributors to the park system. Spend time with family and friends working together to conserve the state's resources, preserve its natural beauty and enjoy the great outdoors. Discover for yourself the incredible volunteer opportunities that are awaiting you in a California state park!
If you..
Join us and...
...like people and love answering questions and providing information
...welcome state park visitors as a visitor center volunteer.
...are passionate about your state park's natural resources
...become a docent and share with visitors the park's cultural, natural and recreational resources.
...want to keep California state parks beautiful
...help with beach clean up, trail maintenance, native plant gardening, and habitat restoration.
...enjoy camping and want to help campgrounds run smoothly
...lend a hand to visitors in the campground and day-use areas.
...respect history and caring for important artifacts
...preserve and protect as a cultural resource management volunteer.
...are always organized and on top of things.
...help plan park special events.
Why volunteer? Volunteering isn't only good for our parks, it's good for you! Volunteering lets you spend time with family and neighbors, make new friends with people who share your passion for the parks, and contribute your skills to enhance the park's resources. You'll learn something new every day and have fun doing it.
Get started today Don't wait another minute - the parks need you! Visit the California State Parks Web site for information on volunteer qualifications, training and work opportunities, and the application process.
Join Friends of the Parks, too! Throughout the state, more than 80 nonprofit Friends of the Parks associations promote appreciation and stewardship of the natural and cultural heritage of their local state parks by supporting educational programs and exhibits. From the Angel Island Association in Tiburon to the Will Rogers Ranch Foundation in Pacific Palisades, these organizations are some of the park's best friends. Visit the California State Parks Web site and find one near you!
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