Opportunities From: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Volunteer: Friends of McConnells Mill

The Friends of McConnells Mill is not yet an organized group - that's up to you! Folks who care about this special place and are willing to dedicate heart, mind and action will be the ones to form this group. For now, join so we have a list of volunteers to invite to upcoming projects and opportunities.  Thank you.  

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

The Friends of McConnells Mill is not yet an organized group - that's up to you! Folks who care about this special place and are willing to dedicate heart, mind and action will be the ones to form this group. For now, join so we have a list of volunteers to invite to upcoming projects and opportunities.  Thank you.  

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 16051

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: History researcher

McConnells Mill is an historic treasure.  Many stories are still out there, waiting to be told. Help capture the photos, stories, and facts about the rich history of this park. Follow your interests and use your talents for gathering this rich history.

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

McConnells Mill is an historic treasure.  Many stories are still out there, waiting to be told. Help capture the photos, stories, and facts about the rich history of this park. Follow your interests and use your talents for gathering this rich history.

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Gristmill Bakers

The gristmill bakers share their baking knowledge, demonstrate baking and outdoor cooking, and showcase the historic grains that may have been ground in McConnells Mill.

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

The gristmill bakers share their baking knowledge, demonstrate baking and outdoor cooking, and showcase the historic grains that may have been ground in McConnells Mill.

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 16051

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: General Trail Cleanup

Volunteers are appreciated to maintain and improve all trails to ensure safety, accessibility, and sustainability. This includes litter pick up, tossing small branches into the woods, and reporting downed trees and unsafe conditions to the park office 724 368-8811

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

Volunteers are appreciated to maintain and improve all trails to ensure safety, accessibility, and sustainability. This includes litter pick up, tossing small branches into the woods, and reporting downed trees and unsafe conditions to the park office 724 368-8811

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 16051

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: North Country Trail Wampum Chapter volunteers

The Slippery Rock Gorge is home to miles of trails, many are a part of the North Country Trail Association (NCTA), Wampum Chapter. Discover training opportunities and help maintain the trail as part of this dedicated group of volunteers. 

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

The Slippery Rock Gorge is home to miles of trails, many are a part of the North Country Trail Association (NCTA), Wampum Chapter. Discover training opportunities and help maintain the trail as part of this dedicated group of volunteers. 

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Jan 1, 2026 through Dec 31, 2026

Zip Code: 16051

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteer Kickoff Event

Learn how to get involved by volunteering at either Moraine or McConnells Mill State Parks. There is a maze of amazing possibilities! Whether your interests are trail work, native plants, special events, living history, etc. - come and learn more. Meet park staff and representatives of the non-profit groups that support the parks. Discuss last year’s highlights and what to expect in the upcoming season. While this is held in Moraine State Park, it covers opportunities at McConnells Mill State Park as well. New and seasoned volunteers are all welcome. Meet at Pavilion 7, near the Owlet Gift Shop, McDanel’s Launch, North Shore, Moraine State Park.

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

Learn how to get involved by volunteering at either Moraine or McConnells Mill State Parks. There is a maze of amazing possibilities! Whether your interests are trail work, native plants, special events, living history, etc. - come and learn more. Meet park staff and representatives of the non-profit groups that support the parks. Discuss last year’s highlights and what to expect in the upcoming season. While this is held in Moraine State Park, it covers opportunities at McConnells Mill State Park as well. New and seasoned volunteers are all welcome. Meet at Pavilion 7, near the Owlet Gift Shop, McDanel’s Launch, North Shore, Moraine State Park.

Location: McConnells Mill State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 11, 2026

Zip Code: 16051

Allow Groups: Yes