Opportunities From: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Registering for this opportunity connects you to this park.

Join other trail volunteers in Rothrock State Forest for a conservation volunteer day on Jean Aron Path. The day will involve brush work on Jean Aron Path. Register by June 20 to reserve a spot for the volunteer day.

• June 27, 2026 from 9am – 1pm
• Meeting at North Meadows Parking/ Trailhead
• Tools & Lunch will be provided

If you would like more information on the conservation volunteer day, please contact the recreation forester by calling (582) 322-6709 or by emailing samclemens@pa.gov

Volunteers will pick up garbage and trim vegetation as needed along trails.

*This listing is to log hours for an already completed volunteer opportunity*

Assist park staff in cleaning up old dumpsite material in the Forest Pools area on the soon-to-be added Tadpole Trail. Meet at the Pine Plantation Day Use Area.

Assist core trail volunteers with significant trail improvements.

Core trail volunteers Meet at Pinebrook Access Area at 9:00am.

New volunteers meet at Education Building Parking lot at 9:00am.

Come out with our trail crew volunteers to improve the hiking experience at Kings Gap for an extended volunteer opportunity in honor of National Trails Day! Meeting locations vary, sign up to receive updates.

This Opportunity is for working on the park trails. Opportunities exist for both trail work and trail monitoring.

Note: When responding to this opportunity, please use the "additional notes" field to provide availability, preference for trail crew or trail monitoring, and a short description of relevant experience, skills, or certifications.

The volunteers who maintain the 37 miles of hiking and equestrian trails at Nockamixon State Park are a busy and hardworking crew, with tasks that include chainsawing to remove downed trees, maintaining and repairing trailhead boards and directional signs, painting trail markers, weed whacking, mowing, scything, and trimming. 

On occasion, we take on special projects such as building bridges or rehabbing sections of trail.  We wouldn’t be able to do the work if not for the extensive equipment and machinery that help us get the job done.  

We are kept very busy and the work can be challenging, but being on the trail with our wonderful team of workers is a worthwhile experience – not to mention a great workout!

In addition to trail crew workdays, we also have opportunities for volunteers to monitor trails on their own schedule. Monitors walk assigned trails on a regular basis, making note of trail conditions and reporting any hazards or issues.

After responding to this opportunity, your application will be reviewed by our Trail Crew Coordinators, and you will receive further communication via email or phone.

Hiking trail maintenance on the Mid-State Trail in Tioga State Forest

This project is for volunteers working to maintain the riparian buffer project along Mountain Creek, led by Tom Reidenbaugh of the MFA. 

Washington Crossing Park has a total of 42 cavity nest boxes throughout the park.

Help monitor Bluebirds and other species nesting throughout the park. Volunteers check each box weekly and record data that is then compiled and included in the Statewide Cavity Nesting Report.

For this event we will be trying to remove some of the invasive species springing up around our tree plantings, as well as checking tree tubes. If you are able to bring your own work gloves, that would be appreciated. Many of the plants we will be removing have thorns. Snipping and digging tools will be on hand, or you can bring your own favorite weeding tools along.

Join us Saturday, May 16th from 9 AM to 12 PM to continue construction of the 4.1-mile loop of the Hearth Tender Trail by digging, clearing, and tamping ground to create a quality sustainable trail tread.

 The Hearth Tender Trail is a stacked loop beginner to moderate hiking/biking trail system adjacent to Pine Grove Furnace State Park. The trail will connect to the existing Pole Steeple Trail and when completed the trail will include three different loops (3/4 mile, 1.4-mile, and a 4.1-mile loop).

Rain or shine may be canceled in the event of severe weather.

Cell phone service is limited in this area, so please plan accordingly.

What to Bring:

Directions & Parking:

The work site is located on Old Railroad Bed Rd. (GPS Coordinates. 40.03546, -77.28477) about a mile past the Pole Steeple Trail Parking Lot (https://goo.gl/maps/WJBLfXhEiXKTpFQx6).

Have a great day!

Volunteers staff the entrance or exit of the Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru program at Swatara State Park. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, reviewing program rules, explaining park attributes and points of interest along the trail, managing traffic flow, and helping ensure a smooth and safe experience for all participants. Volunteers will also keep attendance records of program participants. The program operates from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the second Friday and Saturday of each month, and on the fourth Friday and Saturday during March, April, September, and October. The Drive-Thru does not operate from December through February.

Volunteers staff the entrance or exit of the Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru program at Swatara State Park. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, reviewing program rules, explaining park attributes and points of interest along the trail, managing traffic flow, and helping ensure a smooth and safe experience for all participants. Volunteers will also keep attendance records of program participants. The program operates from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the second Friday and Saturday of each month, and on the fourth Friday and Saturday during March, April, September, and October. The Drive-Thru does not operate from December through February.

Volunteers staff the entrance or exit of the Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru program at Swatara State Park. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, reviewing program rules, explaining park attributes and points of interest along the trail, managing traffic flow, and helping ensure a smooth and safe experience for all participants. Volunteers will also keep attendance records of program participants. The program operates from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the second Friday and Saturday of each month, and on the fourth Friday and Saturday during March, April, September, and October. The Drive-Thru does not operate from December through February.

Volunteers staff the entrance or exit of the Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru program at Swatara State Park. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, reviewing program rules, explaining park attributes and points of interest along the trail, managing traffic flow, and helping ensure a smooth and safe experience for all participants. Volunteers will also keep attendance records of program participants. The program operates from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the second Friday and Saturday of each month, and on the fourth Friday and Saturday during March, April, September, and October. The Drive-Thru does not operate from December through February.

Volunteers staff the entrance or exit of the Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru program at Swatara State Park. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, reviewing program rules, explaining park attributes and points of interest along the trail, managing traffic flow, and helping ensure a smooth and safe experience for all participants. Volunteers will also keep attendance records of program participants. The program operates from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the second Friday and Saturday of each month, and on the fourth Friday and Saturday during March, April, September, and October. The Drive-Thru does not operate from December through February.

Volunteers staff the entrance or exit of the Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru program at Swatara State Park. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, reviewing program rules, explaining park attributes and points of interest along the trail, managing traffic flow, and helping ensure a smooth and safe experience for all participants. Volunteers will also keep attendance records of program participants. The program operates from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the second Friday and Saturday of each month, and on the fourth Friday and Saturday during March, April, September, and October. The Drive-Thru does not operate from December through February.

Volunteers staff the entrance or exit of the Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru program at Swatara State Park. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, reviewing program rules, explaining park attributes and points of interest along the trail, managing traffic flow, and helping ensure a smooth and safe experience for all participants. Volunteers will also keep attendance records of program participants. The program operates from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the second Friday and Saturday of each month, and on the fourth Friday and Saturday during March, April, September, and October. The Drive-Thru does not operate from December through February.

Interested in volunteering at Sizerville State Park?  Below are some of the opportunities that the park has to offer: 

If any of these volunteer experiences pique your interest, let me know in the comments when you register for this opportunity! 

Park cleanup in honor of Earth Day.  (Stick and litter cleanup on trails and day use area.)

Volunteers will assist park naturalists with their hiking programs by taking the 'sweep' position in the back of the group and ensuring everyone stays together. Volunteer will alert staff if there is an issue and help maintain a safe atmosphere for all program participants. Hikes will vary in length and difficulty. Volunteers will be requested mostly from September to early May. 

Volunteers will assist park naturalists with their hiking programs by taking the 'sweep' position in the back of the group and ensuring everyone stays together. Volunteer will alert staff if there is an issue and help maintain a safe atmosphere for all program participants. Hikes will vary in length and difficulty. Volunteers will be requested mostly from September to early May.

Help! Our wildflower habitat is being over run by garlic mustard and Japanese honeysuckle. We need volunteers to help us control the invasives so that our rare native species can continue to thrive. This is a work-on-your own, but we may have some planned work days. Add if you are interested in helping!

Nockamixon State Park features a butterfly garden at the marina, attracting butterfies, dragonflies as well as songbirds. The garden in its beautiful sun-drenched location contains a variety of nectar and host plants and is maintained by volunteers.

Clearing Trail, reblazing trail markers that may be faded or needed for better visuals of where the trail is going. 

Assistance needed trimming trails, hanging trail markers, posting signs, and collecting trash in preparation for opening dual sport trails near Lofty Road.

Help us document how the cavity-nesting birds at Cherry Springs are doing!  Monitor bluebirds, tree swallows, other species using nest boxes throughout the park.

Check each box weekly, recording data that will be compiled and included in the Statewide Cavity Nesting Report. One volunteer per week, coordinator will contact you to schedule shifts that work for you.

Training provided. 

No pets allowed at this opportunity.

Volunteer for the Friends of Black Moshannon!  Opportunities include prepping for events, meetings, officers for the group, and merchandise committee.  

Lackawanna State Park Trail Care Crew is a volunteer partner organization of Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation, a 501C3 nonprofit charitable organization. Our mission is to maintain, build and improve the trails within Lackawanna State Park and Countryside Conservancy Lands.

Visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LSPTCC.

Track your volunteer hours for Vernal Pool, Bird Box, Monarch Monitoring and other wildlife monitoring

Position Description

The Campground Host serves as an on-site volunteer representative of Ricketts Glen State Park, supporting campers and assisting park staff within the campground. The host provides visitor assistance, promotes park rules and stewardship, performs light custodial and maintenance tasks, and serves as a liaison between park staff and the camping public. This position plays a key role in enhancing camper experiences, maintaining campground appearance, and supporting safe and enjoyable recreation.

Campground Hosts are provided a designated campsite with water and electric hookups in exchange for volunteer service and are expected to serve as positive role models by demonstrating responsible camping practices and compliance with all park rules and regulations.

Time Requirement

General Responsibilities

Visitor Services and Campground Support

Stewardship, Observation, and Safety

Custodial and Light Maintenance Duties

Professionalism and Role Modeling

Basic Requirements

Supervision and Support

Training and Skills Provided

Position Description

The Campground Host serves as an on-site volunteer representative of Ricketts Glen State Park, supporting campers and assisting park staff within the campground. The host provides visitor assistance, promotes park rules and stewardship, performs light custodial and maintenance tasks, and serves as a liaison between park staff and the camping public. This position plays a key role in enhancing camper experiences, maintaining campground appearance, and supporting safe and enjoyable recreation.

Campground Hosts are provided a designated campsite with water and electric hookups in exchange for volunteer service and are expected to serve as positive role models by demonstrating responsible camping practices and compliance with all park rules and regulations.

Time Requirement

General Responsibilities

Visitor Services and Campground Support

Stewardship, Observation, and Safety

Custodial and Light Maintenance Duties

Professionalism and Role Modeling

Basic Requirements

Supervision and Support

Training and Skills Provided

The Interpretive Program Facilitator & Naturalist serves as an educational ambassador for Greenwood Furnace State Park, assisting with the delivery of high-quality environmental education and interpretive programming. In this role, the volunteer represents the park and the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks by engaging visitors of all ages through structured programs, guided experiences, and informal interpretation.

Working under the direction of the Environmental Education Specialist or designee, the facilitator supports the park's mission by providing accurate information, fostering stewardship, ensuring participant safety, and creating positive, inclusive learning experiences.

General Responsibilities:

Program Delivery and Facilitation

Participant Engagement and Experience

Professional Representation and Conduct

Training, Preparation, and Development

Enter your hours for all that you had to do with Holiday Open House. Thank you!

Join the Moshannon State Forest Trail care Program! Help maintain and monitor the hiking and Shared use trails throughout the state forest. Projects could include trail clearing, blazing, digging and bridge repair. Contact the Moshannon Forest district Recreation Forester to coordinate locations and specifics of work.

If you are scheduled to host at Kettle Creek, please respond to this opportunity. 

If you are interested in hosting at Kettle Creek please respond to this post to be considered for future opportunities. 

If you are signed up to host at Ole Bull please respond to this opportunity. 

If you are interested in hosting at Ole Bull in the future you may also respond to this posting and you can be considered for future opportunities. 

Signing up for this opportunity will require a short "interview". Selected Hosts will be given a scheduled time somewhere within the entire start and end dates of this opportunity. 

The campground host is a volunteer position at 1 of the 6 campgrounds at Promised Land State Park (Deerfield, Pickerel Point, Pines, Beechwood, Northwoods, and Rhododendron). Each campground varies in the number of camp sites, ranging from 33 at our smallest campground and 106 at our largest.  There are no full hook up Host sites available; all sites except Deerfield are electric only with water spigots nearby.

Volunteers will serve as a “live-in” host and are expected to perform a variety of tasks as outlined in the principal duties and responsibilities. Camp Hosts must display a friendly and courteous attitude, be able to communicate effectively with the public and keep campers informed, enjoy working with people, and preform moderate physical labor. 

Due to the popularity of our campground host program and the need to meet various park operational goals, we strive to ensure that all host positions are filled during the camping season. Therefore, potential hosts may be asked to move to different campground areas if need be. We prefer hosts stay for consecutive 4-week periods.

Campground Host(s) will be required to provide their own camping unit, and any necessary camping equipment and personal items. Personal vehicles will be allowed at the host site with a limit of two vehicles not including the camping unit- (i.e., camper). 

More details are in the Promised Land State Park Camp Host Job Description document. 

PROMISED LAND STATE PARK JOB DESCRIPTION VOLUNTEER CAMPGROUND HOST JOB DISCRIPTION.

The campground host is a volunteer position at 1 of the 6 campgrounds at Promised Land State Park Deerfield, Pickerel Point, Pines, Beechwood, Northwoods, and Rhododendron). Each campground varies in the number of camp sites, ranging from 33 at our smallest campground and 106 at our largest. There are no full hook up Host sites available; all sites except Deerfield are electric only with water spigots nearby. Volunteers will serve as a “live-in” host and are expected to perform a variety of tasks as outlined in the principal duties and responsibilities. Due to the popularity of our campground host program and the need to meet various park operational goals, we strive to ensure that all host positions are filled during the camping season. Therefore, potential hosts may be asked to move to different campground areas if staying for consecutive 4-week periods.

ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Must display a friendly and courteous attitude.

• Must be neat in appearance and wear the provided volunteer t-shirts and or vests.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with the public and keep campers informed. • Enjoy working with people.

• Must be able to walk the campground and shovel, lift, and carry heavy buckets. Have pride in a clean camping area.

▪ The use of Golf Carts is not permitted on Park Property BENEFITS • Free use of campground host site.

• Camping in a beautiful area and meeting interesting people.

• Workman's Compensation if injured while performing duties. EQUIPMENT

• Campground Host(s) will be required to provide their own camping unit, and any necessary camping equipment and personal items. Personal vehicles will be allowed at the host site with a limit of two vehicles not including the camping unit- (i.e., camper).

The use of Golf Carts is not permitted on Park Property.

• Shovels, buckets, gloves, etc. will be provided for cleaning fire rings and picking up litter. Materials are located in the bathhouse pipe chase(s).

• A traffic cone will be available to put outside of the host site to get ahold of Rangers on patrol. For Ranger contact in an emergency call 911.

• Ask park staff if you would like any other tools or accommodations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES The primary responsibility of the campground host is to assist campers by answering questions and explaining the Park Rules and Regulations which apply to them. They must be familiar with State Park Rules and Regulations. Volunteers must perform light maintenance work around their assigned campground, which consists of:

• Maintaining camping permits daily on-site posts. Permits and Camper Reports are to be picked up at Office at 2pm. • Keeping the area free of litter.

• Checking sites for cleanliness, cleaning fire rings, when not occupied. • Checking restrooms- minor clean ups, restocking toilet paper, etc.

• Keeping the kiosk(s) well stocked with park maps and other relative information.

• Notify Park office with complaints/concerns of visitors to including but not limited to damage to facilities, violations of Rules and Regulations, and lost hikers or children.

• Bringing Lost and Found items up to the Park Office.

• If a cabin or cottage user checks in after-hours, inform them of the afterhours check-in procedures posted at the park office. Keys are placed in the office entry way in steel boxes marked cabin/cottage keys at Office Closing.

Volunteers are NOT to directly enforce any rules and regulations, be confrontational with guests, or engage in any combative behavior with park visitors. Visitors may be politely reminded of the rules, but not directly told what to do.

Any issues with park visitors MUST be reported to the park office or ranger staff. Volunteers are expected to work weekends and holidays. Volunteers get two days and nights off during the week which will be approved by the DCNR Ranger Supervisor. The Park Office must be notified of any other requests for time away. A sign-in /sign out log is located in the Park Office for day-long or multiple day absences. Volunteers’ generally work independently. They report to the DCNR Ranger Supervisor who is available to answer questions or discuss problems. The DCNR Ranger Supervisor will provide a short orientation for hosts' and assist hosts throughout the summer with any problems which may arise.

Pulling invasive garlic mustard from the Wildflower Reserve at Raccoon Creek State Park.

Maintenance on Disc Golf Course at Canoe Creek State Park. 

I’m Interested in Volunteering at Warriors Path  State Park! Registering for this opportunity will make you visible to our site coordinator for future opportunities.

I’m Interested in Volunteering at Trough Creek State Park! Registering for this opportunity will make you visible to our site coordinator for future opportunities.

Friends of Canoe Creek State Park website are a non-profit all volunteer organization under the umbrella of the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF) dedicated to the betterment of Canoe Creek State Park.    Come experience the Canoe Creek State Park and enjoy the many activities sponsored by the Friends of Canoe Creek State Park.

Give back to the park by improving our trails for other visitors during this 2-hour work event. We will be cutting back Woodland Way Trail on the northwest end of the back beaver pond. All equipment will be provided, but please bring your favorite pair of work gloves if you have some, otherwise gloves will be provided. This work is best suited to ages 10+ but all are welcome. All participants must register individually.

Join us in the Nature Discovery Area and park office landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. Please register to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the Nature Discovery Area and park office landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. Please register to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the Nature Discovery Area and park office landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. Please register to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the Nature Discovery Area and park office landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. Please register to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the Nature Discovery Area and park office landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. Please register to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the Nature Discovery Area and park office landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. Please register to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the Nature Discovery Area and park office landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. Please register to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the visitor center landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. All participants must register individually to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the visitor center landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. All participants must register individually to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the visitor center landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. All participants must register individually to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the visitor center landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. All participants must register individually to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the visitor center landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. All participants must register individually to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the visitor center landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. All participants must register individually to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join us in the visitor center landscaping as we weed, mulch, plant and transplant native wildflowers. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are welcome. All participants must register individually to ensure we gather enough tools for all participants. All equipment is provided, but bring your favorite gardening gloves if you have them (otherwise gloves will be provided).

Join the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor and Lehigh Gorge State Park for a Part 2 clean-up for the turntable right off the trail near the Nesquehoning Bridge at the Glen Onoko access area. We’ll take a short walk from the trailhead to the turntable, where we’ll remove invasive species and litter to make it accessible to park visitors.

Please also sign up via the D&L registration: https://delawareandlehigh.org/events/dl-trail-tender-event-glen-onoko/

Routine trail maintenance is needed across our Sideling Hill, Bear Valley, and Chaneysville Divisions. This year-long opportunity is open to anyone interested in becoming a Steward of Buchanan State Forest. Activities include scouting and assessing trails (submitting a trail assessment form), clearing and brushing back overgrown trails, refreshing/updating trail blaze markers, or other tasks as assigned by the recreation forester. Trails may be chosen voluntarily or assigned based on known trail conditions. Nationally-recognized chainsaw safety certificates must be provided for those looking to operate gas or electric chainsaws. Any questions should be directed to Codi Clapper via email at coclapper@pa.gov. Please reach out for more details.

Due to the remoteness of our trails and physically demanding nature of trail work, it is not expected that every volunteer will clear trails. Being descriptive of what is seen in the field and including pictures and GPS points of key features such as blowdowns and erosion concerns is very valuable to Forestry staff. Though trail maintenance is needed across the district, striving to be a good reporter of trail conditions is the primary goal of this opportunity. Please submit your hours and include a description of work completed on a monthly basis.

IMPORTANT: New and returning volunteers must sign up for this opportunity annually to remain an active member. Becoming a "fan" of a location bookmarks the location for you but remains private; signing up for an opportunity is required to connect you with the coordinators of the forest district. New and returning volunteers will be awarded with 1/2 hour of volunteer service for their first registration.

This is for the Hosack Run Campground Host. This position is currently filled.

Position Description - The Campground Host & Visitor Services Ambassador serves as an on-site volunteer representative of Shawnee State Park, supporting campers and assisting park staff within the campground. The host provides visitor assistance, promotes park rules and stewardship, performs light custodial and maintenance tasks, and serves as a liaison between park staff and the camping public. This position plays a key role in enhancing camper experiences, maintaining campground appearance, and supporting safe and enjoyable recreation.

Campground Hosts are provided a designated campsite in exchange for volunteer service and are expected to serve as positive role models by demonstrating responsible camping practices and compliance with all park rules and regulations.

General Responsibilities include:

Visitor Services and Campground Support - Greet campers and visitors and provide general assistance throughout the campground. Answer questions regarding park rules, regulations, facilities, trails, programs, and activities. Assist visitors with campsite selection, orientation, directions, and general trip planning. Explain camping fee procedures and honor system processes (hosts may not collect fees). Distribute park maps, brochures, and informational materials. Serve as a liaison between campers and park staff by relaying questions, concerns, or needs. Assist park staff, Environmental Education Specialists, Naturalists, or Chaplains with campground programs and activities, as appropriate.

Stewardship, Observation, and Safety - Serve as a visible presence within the campground to promote rule compliance and positive visitor behavior. Observe campground activity and politely educate visitors regarding unintentional rule infractions. Report flagrant violations, safety concerns, or emergency situations to park staff or ranger personnel. Assist in securing appropriate help during emergency situations by notifying park staff.

Custodial and Light Maintenance Duties -   Perform routine light cleanup throughout the campground, including litter pickup in campsites, roadways, playgrounds, and common areas. Inspect and tidy washhouses between scheduled cleanings, including spot cleaning and restocking supplies such as toilet paper and paper towels, as directed. Clean or inspect water fountains, fire rings, picnic tables, and site posts as needed. Remove expired camping permits from campsite posts. Report significant maintenance or custodial issues to park maintenance staff.

Professionalism and Role Modeling - Maintain the assigned host campsite in a neat, clean, and orderly condition at all times. Model responsible camping behavior and ensure that visitors to the host site comply with park rules. Present a neat, courteous, and approachable appearance. Refrain from law enforcement activities, fee collection, or operation of state vehicles.

Basic Requirements - Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public. Willingness to work independently and exercise sound judgment. Ability to perform light physical tasks such as walking, bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods. Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and peak visitation periods. Ability to remain calm and helpful in busy or stressful situations. Must provide own camping unit, equipment, and personal supplies.

Supervision and Support - Campground Hosts generally work independently. The Park Manager or designee provides overall supervision, orientation, and guidance. Park staff are available to assist with questions, concerns, or problem resolution throughout the service period.

Training and Skills Provided - Orientation to park operations, campground procedures, and volunteer expectations. Training in park rules, visitor services, communication, and emergency protocols. Familiarization with park facilities, programs, and local points of interest. Review of park emergency manuals and reporting procedures. Opportunities to develop skills in customer service, public interaction, and outdoor stewardship.

Position Description - The Campground Host & Visitor Services Ambassador serves as an on-site volunteer representative of Shawnee State Park, supporting campers and assisting park staff within the campground. The host provides visitor assistance, promotes park rules and stewardship, performs light custodial and maintenance tasks, and serves as a liaison between park staff and the camping public. This position plays a key role in enhancing camper experiences, maintaining campground appearance, and supporting safe and enjoyable recreation.

Campground Hosts are provided a designated campsite in exchange for volunteer service and are expected to serve as positive role models by demonstrating responsible camping practices and compliance with all park rules and regulations.

General Responsibilities include:

Visitor Services and Campground Support - Greet campers and visitors and provide general assistance throughout the campground. Answer questions regarding park rules, regulations, facilities, trails, programs, and activities. Assist visitors with campsite selection, orientation, directions, and general trip planning. Explain camping fee procedures and honor system processes (hosts may not collect fees). Distribute park maps, brochures, and informational materials. Serve as a liaison between campers and park staff by relaying questions, concerns, or needs. Assist park staff, Environmental Education Specialists, Naturalists, or Chaplains with campground programs and activities, as appropriate.

Stewardship, Observation, and Safety - Serve as a visible presence within the campground to promote rule compliance and positive visitor behavior. Observe campground activity and politely educate visitors regarding unintentional rule infractions. Report flagrant violations, safety concerns, or emergency situations to park staff or ranger personnel. Assist in securing appropriate help during emergency situations by notifying park staff.

Custodial and Light Maintenance Duties -   Perform routine light cleanup throughout the campground, including litter pickup in campsites, roadways, playgrounds, and common areas. Inspect and tidy washhouses between scheduled cleanings, including spot cleaning and restocking supplies such as toilet paper and paper towels, as directed. Clean or inspect water fountains, fire rings, picnic tables, and site posts as needed. Remove expired camping permits from campsite posts. Report significant maintenance or custodial issues to park maintenance staff.

Professionalism and Role Modeling - Maintain the assigned host campsite in a neat, clean, and orderly condition at all times. Model responsible camping behavior and ensure that visitors to the host site comply with park rules. Present a neat, courteous, and approachable appearance. Refrain from law enforcement activities, fee collection, or operation of state vehicles.

Basic Requirements - Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public. Willingness to work independently and exercise sound judgment. Ability to perform light physical tasks such as walking, bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods. Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and peak visitation periods. Ability to remain calm and helpful in busy or stressful situations. Must provide own camping unit, equipment, and personal supplies.

Supervision and Support - Campground Hosts generally work independently. The Park Manager or designee provides overall supervision, orientation, and guidance. Park staff are available to assist with questions, concerns, or problem resolution throughout the service period.

Training and Skills Provided - Orientation to park operations, campground procedures, and volunteer expectations. Training in park rules, visitor services, communication, and emergency protocols. Familiarization with park facilities, programs, and local points of interest. Review of park emergency manuals and reporting procedures. Opportunities to develop skills in customer service, public interaction, and outdoor stewardship.

Position Description - The Campground Host & Visitor Services Ambassador serves as an on-site volunteer representative of Shawnee State Park, supporting campers and assisting park staff within the campground. The host provides visitor assistance, promotes park rules and stewardship, performs light custodial and maintenance tasks, and serves as a liaison between park staff and the camping public. This position plays a key role in enhancing camper experiences, maintaining campground appearance, and supporting safe and enjoyable recreation.

Campground Hosts are provided a designated campsite in exchange for volunteer service and are expected to serve as positive role models by demonstrating responsible camping practices and compliance with all park rules and regulations.

General Responsibilities include:

Visitor Services and Campground Support - Greet campers and visitors and provide general assistance throughout the campground. Answer questions regarding park rules, regulations, facilities, trails, programs, and activities. Assist visitors with campsite selection, orientation, directions, and general trip planning. Explain camping fee procedures and honor system processes (hosts may not collect fees). Distribute park maps, brochures, and informational materials. Serve as a liaison between campers and park staff by relaying questions, concerns, or needs. Assist park staff, Environmental Education Specialists, Naturalists, or Chaplains with campground programs and activities, as appropriate.

Stewardship, Observation, and Safety - Serve as a visible presence within the campground to promote rule compliance and positive visitor behavior. Observe campground activity and politely educate visitors regarding unintentional rule infractions. Report flagrant violations, safety concerns, or emergency situations to park staff or ranger personnel. Assist in securing appropriate help during emergency situations by notifying park staff.

Custodial and Light Maintenance Duties -   Perform routine light cleanup throughout the campground, including litter pickup in campsites, roadways, playgrounds, and common areas. Inspect and tidy washhouses between scheduled cleanings, including spot cleaning and restocking supplies such as toilet paper and paper towels, as directed. Clean or inspect water fountains, fire rings, picnic tables, and site posts as needed. Remove expired camping permits from campsite posts. Report significant maintenance or custodial issues to park maintenance staff.

Professionalism and Role Modeling - Maintain the assigned host campsite in a neat, clean, and orderly condition at all times. Model responsible camping behavior and ensure that visitors to the host site comply with park rules. Present a neat, courteous, and approachable appearance. Refrain from law enforcement activities, fee collection, or operation of state vehicles.

Basic Requirements - Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public. Willingness to work independently and exercise sound judgment. Ability to perform light physical tasks such as walking, bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods. Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and peak visitation periods. Ability to remain calm and helpful in busy or stressful situations. Must provide own camping unit, equipment, and personal supplies.

Supervision and Support - Campground Hosts generally work independently. The Park Manager or designee provides overall supervision, orientation, and guidance. Park staff are available to assist with questions, concerns, or problem resolution throughout the service period.

Training and Skills Provided - Orientation to park operations, campground procedures, and volunteer expectations. Training in park rules, visitor services, communication, and emergency protocols. Familiarization with park facilities, programs, and local points of interest. Review of park emergency manuals and reporting procedures. Opportunities to develop skills in customer service, public interaction, and outdoor stewardship.

Position Description - The Campground Host & Visitor Services Ambassador serves as an on-site volunteer representative of Shawnee State Park, supporting campers and assisting park staff within the campground. The host provides visitor assistance, promotes park rules and stewardship, performs light custodial and maintenance tasks, and serves as a liaison between park staff and the camping public. This position plays a key role in enhancing camper experiences, maintaining campground appearance, and supporting safe and enjoyable recreation.

Campground Hosts are provided a designated campsite in exchange for volunteer service and are expected to serve as positive role models by demonstrating responsible camping practices and compliance with all park rules and regulations.

General Responsibilities include:

Visitor Services and Campground Support - Greet campers and visitors and provide general assistance throughout the campground. Answer questions regarding park rules, regulations, facilities, trails, programs, and activities. Assist visitors with campsite selection, orientation, directions, and general trip planning. Explain camping fee procedures and honor system processes (hosts may not collect fees). Distribute park maps, brochures, and informational materials. Serve as a liaison between campers and park staff by relaying questions, concerns, or needs. Assist park staff, Environmental Education Specialists, Naturalists, or Chaplains with campground programs and activities, as appropriate.

Stewardship, Observation, and Safety - Serve as a visible presence within the campground to promote rule compliance and positive visitor behavior. Observe campground activity and politely educate visitors regarding unintentional rule infractions. Report flagrant violations, safety concerns, or emergency situations to park staff or ranger personnel. Assist in securing appropriate help during emergency situations by notifying park staff.

Custodial and Light Maintenance Duties -   Perform routine light cleanup throughout the campground, including litter pickup in campsites, roadways, playgrounds, and common areas. Inspect and tidy washhouses between scheduled cleanings, including spot cleaning and restocking supplies such as toilet paper and paper towels, as directed. Clean or inspect water fountains, fire rings, picnic tables, and site posts as needed. Remove expired camping permits from campsite posts. Report significant maintenance or custodial issues to park maintenance staff.

Professionalism and Role Modeling - Maintain the assigned host campsite in a neat, clean, and orderly condition at all times. Model responsible camping behavior and ensure that visitors to the host site comply with park rules. Present a neat, courteous, and approachable appearance. Refrain from law enforcement activities, fee collection, or operation of state vehicles.

Basic Requirements - Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public. Willingness to work independently and exercise sound judgment. Ability to perform light physical tasks such as walking, bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods. Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and peak visitation periods. Ability to remain calm and helpful in busy or stressful situations. Must provide own camping unit, equipment, and personal supplies.

Supervision and Support - Campground Hosts generally work independently. The Park Manager or designee provides overall supervision, orientation, and guidance. Park staff are available to assist with questions, concerns, or problem resolution throughout the service period.

Training and Skills Provided - Orientation to park operations, campground procedures, and volunteer expectations. Training in park rules, visitor services, communication, and emergency protocols. Familiarization with park facilities, programs, and local points of interest. Review of park emergency manuals and reporting procedures. Opportunities to develop skills in customer service, public interaction, and outdoor stewardship.

 Volunteer either Saturdays or Sundays during the season on open days of the historic gristmill.  Every other Saturday, or Sunday would also be OK. Greet visitors and answer questions.   Alert park staff of pertinent situations. Optionally, learn to give tours or mini tours. Mill opens Saturday, May 16, 2026 and closes Sunday, October 25, 2026.

Join Eastern PA Coalition for Abandoned Mine Reclamation (EPCAMR), Luzerne Conservation District, and Georgetown Conservation Club in cleaning up trash in Pinchot State Forest along Pine Run Road in Luzerne County.

Note this opportunity is for Pinchot State Forest (Lackawanna/Luzerne/Wyoming Counties), not Gifford Pinchot State Park (York Counties).

This opportunity is for Pinchot State Forest (Lackawanna/Luzerne/Wyoming Counties). It is for those who enjoy maintaining trails independently or in teams. Maintenance includes removing small, downed objects and cutting of overgrown vegetation throughout the year. Please contact the Site Supervisor before performing work.

Note: for opportunities in Gifford Pinchot State Park (York County) visit their page at: https://dcnrvolunteers.pa.gov/agency/detail/?agency_id=167283

Join us for our monthly Volunteer Workday.  Projects will include work on the Nature Center Pollinator Gardens, and general clean-up of the trails and park. 

Assists park maintenance staff with the upkeep, repair, and stewardship of designated equestrian trails. With staff supervision and approval, volunteers help ensure trails are safe, passable, and sustainable for horse and rider.

Task and duties will include keeping the trails free of obstructions and obstacles. Maintaining a trail corridor width of 14ft and height clearance of 8ft. Along with identifying ruts, holes, and muddy sections, and remediating them with park provided material.

Maintenance on Disc Golf Course at Muskrat Beach

General Maintenance of the trail: picking up or removing debris that is blocking the trail, replacing trail blazes that are old or have fallen on the ground. As well as trimming brush the may be overtaking the existing mountain bike trail.

Trail maintenance on West Rim Trail.  Clearing branches, lopping/ cutting encroaching vegetation, trail tread rehabilitation, locating and relaying downed trees to Tioga State Forest staff.

Trail care and maintenance on the Green Monster Trail System.

Under the direction of park staff, take part in removing or mitigating invasive plant species in Evansburg to help support more native biodiversity.

Help maintain the park's hiking trails. Tasks may include clearing obstructions, cutting back encroaching vegetation, or more in-depth projects as directed by park staff. Including trail surface repair, water bar installation, footbridge reconstruction, and erosion control.

With direction from park staff, volunteers will assist with the planning, planting, and care of native trees and shrubs throughout designated park areas.

Skills will include planting techniques, understanding of native trees/shrubs and their needs, and protection methods from deer and other wildlife. Along with providing water to saplings during times of drought, and monitoring general health.

The volunteer helps enhance forest health, improve habitat, and support long-term ecological sustainability while contributing to visitor enjoyment and resource protection.

Use this project for logging hours related to website management or other administrative tasks.

Help us maintain the Butterfly Garden near the Hawk Watch Tower and other flowerbeds. Tasks may include removing invasive species, tending to birdfeeders, watering plants, maintaining pathways, and/or establishing new native plants under the direction of park staff.

Fort Washington maintains a number of cavity nest boxes throughout the park. As part of one of our longest running community-science projects, volunteers assist with routine nest box checks throughout the nesting season. Collecting data on species and nesting success rates, as well as conducting maintenance, sanitation duties, and entering end of season data. 

Fort Washington's cavity nest boxes routinely host bluebirds, swallows, wrens, and sparrows, among others.  This is a seasonal program running spring through fall.

Join park staff as we remove invasive species in the day-use area. We will be focused on a large patch of Burning Bush growing along the road. We'll show you how to recognize this plant and provide loppers to cut it down. You can bring your own work gloves, but there will be some on hand. We recommend long pants and sleeves since we will be in brushy areas and could encounter thorns and ticks. Closed-toed shoes are required.

Opportunity for bluebird monitors at Nockamixon State Park

Necessary Skills: Willingness to learn about nesting habits of our cavity nesting birds, focus on observing the birds’ behavior around the boxes, noting nest construction, eff-laying, and fledging stages, while minimizing disturbance to the birds. Monitors also clean boxes between nestings. Monitors may also repair and replace boxes if able. Box building is always welcome.

Availability and Time Committment: As a cavity nesting bird monitor, you will be assigned a section of the trail within Nockamixon State Park. You will work on your own once per week at your convenience between April 1 and August 31 to monitor the nest boxes and record findings on provided forms.

This opportunity is for qualified individuals who wish to help with prescribed burns in the district. 

Help maintain, restore, or refresh parts of the park as needed and under the guidance of park staff.  This is a "catch all" category for specific volunteer requests which do not fall into any other Opportunity category.

Help the park by maintaining the parts of the day use area and general clean-up.

Help the Friends of Mont Alto by continuing to maintain the native plant garden.

Help the Friends of Caledonia split firewood to sell in the campgrounds.

Please respond to this if you are interested in future volunteer opportunities at S.B. Elliott. The response to this will allow us to see who is interested and is specifically so we can see user accounts. This is not for an individual opportunity.

Periodically removing thrash from vistas across the Bald Eagle State Forest. Work can also include removing vegetation to keep the vista in great shape. For further details and guidance, call the District Office at 570-922-3344

This opportunity is for individuals who would like to help pick up litter around the park! From the picnic areas, trails, and pavilions, wherever you see it laying. 

When you plan on collecting, alone or as a group, please contact the volunteer coordinator. We can arrange a drop-off site for the park to pick it up. Also, gloves, and trash bags can be provided.

Evansburg maintains a number of cavity nest boxes throughout the park.  As part of one of our longest running citizen-science projects, volunteers assist with routine nest box checks throughout the nesting season. Collecting data on species and nesting success rates, as well as conducting maintenance, sanitation duties, and entering season data. 

Evansburg's cavity nest boxes routinely host bluebirds, swallows, wrens, and sparrows, among others. This is a seasonal program running spring through fall.

This opportunity is for individuals who would like to help pick up litter around the park! From the picnic areas, trails, and roads, wherever you see it laying. 

When you plan on collecting, alone or as a group, please contact the volunteer coordinator. We can arrange a drop-off site for the park to pick it up. Also, gloves, and trash bags can be provided.

Under the direction of park staff, take part in removing or mitigating invasive plant species in Fort Washington to help support more native biodiversity. 

This is created specifically for us to see who is interested in volunteering at Parker Dam State Park. Please respond to this hand raising opportunity so we are able to see who all is interested in volunteering with us here at Parker Dam.  

Thank you for your interest in Campground Hosting at Codorus State Park for the 2027 seasson.  Our Volunteer Coordinator will be in touch with further information.  

Our hosts enjoy 2-week session in the campground assisting others.  Duties include interacting with campers and answering questions as well as tidying up sites before new visors arrive. 

Our native plant gardens at the park office are always in need of weeding and trimming.  Volunteers can help at their leisure when available. 

Paddle for the Park is a kayaking fundraising event held in July.  Assistance the day of the event with registration and activities is needed. 

This opportunity would be responsible for monitoring the cavity nest boxes in our cavity nest trails program. This would require a weekly visit to the boxes to check for activity of cavity nesters, record information about the inhabitants of the box, species, number of eggs and hatchlings, as well as other data to fill out a form. The monitor will report the information to the park cavity nest coordinator for reporting at the end of the season. The weekly visits should begin before nesting season in late March or early April with an inspection of the boxes and end after all bird activity has ceased at the end of summer. This also includes reporting or fixing issues with the boxes and cleaning out the boxes at the end of the season. The hours and days are flexible to fit the monitor's availability.