Opportunities From: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

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.  

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 staying 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 orientation for hosts' and assist hosts throughout the summer with any problems which may arise.

Join the park educators at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center on April 8, 2026, at 10:00 am and be prepared to carpool around the peninsula stopping at various fishing hot spots.  We plan to be back to the TREC by noon.  dress for the weather.  We will stop and walk around at some of the locations.

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. 

Codorus provides nest boxes for many birds, including bluebirds, tree swallows and purple martins.  Throughout the year we monitor what is happening inside those boxes, contributing to a national database of information.  Volunteers are needed to inspect boxes weekly, April-October.  Generally,lly a volunteerunteer is given 10-20 boxes in a small area (less than a 1-milemile walk), which typically takes about 1 hour/week to monitor. 

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

Volunteers need to stuff eggs prior to event and assist with day-of activities

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.

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

Join us in tidying up the park with a volunteer clean-up day!    

There will be a variety of projects suitable for all age groups, so bring out the entire family! Projects will include, but are not limited to, painting, landscaping, and invasives removal. Please bring clothes you can get dirty, work gloves if possible and appropriate footwear.  

After a morning of volunteering, participants are invited to a grilled lunch courtesy of the Friends of Pine Grove  Furnace. Volunteers staying for lunch are welcome to bring a covered dish to share.

We invite you to join us for the forestry road litter clean up this spring. We hope you can participate in this effort to clean up Old Forge Road in Michaux. 

DATE:  April 18, 2026

TIME:   9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 

MEETING PLACE:    Old Forge Picnic Area
                                   8006 Old Forge Road
                                   Waynesboro, PA 17268

WORK DESCRIPTION:  Litter pick up along Old Forge Road, located in southern Michaux State Forest. DCNR and the Friends of Michaux State Forest will be coordinating the work, so please check in at the Old Forge Picnic Area.

OTHER INFORMATION:  

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. 

Hope to see you there, 

We will be going through some areas in the park that have old tree tubes that need to be cleaned up. Areas are muddy and overgrown, so participants should dress in clothing that can get dirty and protects skin, as well as shoes that are okay to get muddy or wet. Participants are encouraged to bring their own gloves. Bug spray will be offered.

There may also be opportunity to work on mulching around some of our recent tree tube plantings. Mulch will need to be transported from a pile via wheelbarrow and added around the base of the plantings. Tools will be provided by the park.

We will meet by Riverside Barn to sign in and go over tasks.

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. To get started, email wam@northcountrytrail.org 

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. To be involved in trail building, blazing, or trail improvements, join the Wampum Chapter of the North Country Trail  (see their opportunity) by emailing wam@northcountrytrail.org 

Find out when the club is next working together to improve our parks by emailing president@butleroutdoorclub.org.  This opportunity is for joining in with the volunteer work aspect of the Butler Outdoor Club. Join the club itself by contacting president@butleroutdoorclub.org (there are modest yearly dues) to become involved in their many activities.

The Butler Outdoor Club promotes outdoor education and provides year-round outdoor activities in Western Pennsylvania and surrounding areas. These activities are geared for all levels and are designed to provide recreation and foster a better understanding and responsible use of the outdoors. Our activities include: hiking, backpacking, biking, birding, canoeing, kayaking, xc-skiing, snowshoeing, camping and trail maintenance.

The mailing address for the club is PO Box 255, Yatesboro, PA 16263

 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. For organized trail work, also join the North Country Trail and Butler Outdoor Club opportunities. Thank you!

Volunteer needed to assist with an evening hike on April 14 from 7:00-8:30pm.  We will be meeting at Perry Monument Parking Lot and hiking Graveyard Pond Trail; total length will be 1.6 miles.  Responsibilities will be to act as the hikes sweep to ensure participants are accounted for and if able, carry a spotting scope.  

Host in campground B site 181 starting Thursday July 30 and ending Thursday August 13

Host in campground A site 89 starting on Thursday August 27 and ending Monday September 7

Host  in Campground A starting Thursday November  19 and ending Saturday December 12.

Host in campground A site 89 starting Thursday June 4 and ending Thursday June 18

Host in campground A site 89 starting Thursday august 13 and ending Thursday August 27

Beltzville State Park roadsided side clean-up!

Join the Friends Group for a fun day of kayaking and litter pick up around the lake. Contact the Beltzville State Park office to get involved (610) 377-0045!

Step away from the glow of the city and into the ancient darkness of Rothrock State Forest for an evening that bridges worlds. As the Perseids meteor shower peaks overhead — one of the most spectacular celestial events of the year — we'll gather at Hawk's View to watch the sky come alive with streaks of light that have captivated humans for millennia.

Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Indigenous star stories: how Native peoples read the night sky not simply as navigation, but as memory, prophecy, and living narrative. The same stars you'll see tonight have guided, inspired, and connected generations long before written history — and their stories deserve to be heard beneath an open sky.

Whether you're a seasoned stargazer or lying on a blanket for the very first time, this is a night to look up, listen deeply, and feel the wonder that the universe places freely before us.

Celebrate Earth Day early for a spring cleanup event at Little Buffalo! Assist with flower beds, preparing the mill race, trail cleanup, and other activities. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. All ages are welcome! We will meet at the stage & pavilion 3 in the Shoaff's Mill Day Use Area. We will start at 9am and work until jobs are finished! 

Raise awareness on invasive aquatic pests and help to prevent their spread. This oppurtunity is to help staff the boat wash station at Pine Run Boat Launch on weekends Memorial day to Labor Day. Shift is flexible. Preferred hours are between noon and 8pm Saturdays and Sundays. Training provided. Please contact park directly to schedule. 610-377-0045

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.

Volunteers help monitor the park's bluebird cavity nesting trail.

Responsibilities include:

Best For:

A completely on-you-own activity! Pick up sticks anywhere in the park that has manicured lawn (day use and picnic areas). Toss them into the woods or put them in piles already created by staff and volunteers. Submit your hours and tell us what area you covered. That's it! Year-round, anytime you'd like! 

Meet at Laurel Lake at 1:00 PM, then we’ll convoy to the Mountain Creek Trail entrance on Ice House Road. We’ll install water bars and repair a walkway. RSVPs needed (event capped at 7 participants)!

We have approximately 150 young trees that need checked, some straightened in their tubes and possibly some tubes removed. We also may have trees to plant in the coming months. Please sign up for this opportunity if you have an interest in planting, regardless of your availability. Plantings or care can occur during a volunteer event or on your own time. We will email all who are interested if we get additional trees to plant. 

A rather steep boundary trail that passes through areas of mountain laurel, Geyer Trail starts along Aughwick Road and continues up the mountain.

North Logging can be accessed by Knobsville Road trail or Horseshoe trail. Doe trail can be accessed by lot #5 or North Logging Road trail.

Both trails can be accessed by Knobsville Road Trail or Aughwick Road. 

Wildlife Watchers on the Water volunteers assist with evening, 1.5 hour programs leading visitors in guided kayak tours of Lake Marburg. These tours typically occur weekly from Memorial Day through Labor Day.  If you enjoy kayaking and viewing wildlife, this is a great way to share that passion with others. 

Trail encircles Cowans Gap Lake.

The trail starts at the intersection of Tuscarora Trail below the park dam and climbs to the
top of Cove Mountain - switchbacks have been added.

One mile trail begins along Aughwick Road just above park office, then winds along the bottom of Tuscarora Mountain to join the Three Mile Trail. Three mile trail wonders through the Tuscarora mountain side and combines up with Plessinger Trail on the other side of Aughwick Road (new trail addition). 

Are you an active member of the Friends of Nolde Forest (https://www.friendsofnoldeforest.org/) who is participating in FoNF Volunteer Events (or plans to in the future)? Then THIS is the opportunity for you.

Although the FoNF utilize the Track it Forward volunteer system, we still need ALL volunteers on DCNR property to be signed up through our system. You do that by signing up as a volunteer of THIS opportunity. 

If you are not signed up as a volunteer for this opportunity you are not permitted to volunteer for any FoNF Events happening at the EE Center.

You will continue to track your hours on Track it Forward, but the Friends Chair will share the Track it Forward volunteer report with me on a monthly basis so I can upload the hours here as well. This means, once you sign up here, you are done. Just use Track it Forward and the data will be transferred for you.

(however, if you sign up to volunteer for a non-FoNF related opportunity like trail crew, you will need to track those  hours on this website)

This opportunity is created specifically to see who is interested in campground hosting at Little Pine State Park.

This opportunity is created specifically to see who is interested in campground hosting at Hyner Run State Park.

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 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 for our annual Woodsy Owl cleanup day. We offer volunteers who participate in the cleanup free camping Friday & Saturday nights.

The group assignments and registrations for the workday starts at 8:30 AM in the Environmental Education Classroom and the workday starts at 9 AM in front of the park office and finishes at 1:00 PM with our lunch provided by the "Friends of Parker Dam".

Either attend a trail maintenance work day or Adopt-A-Trail for continued maintenance in the park.

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).

Celebrate Earth Day in the park!
We will be holding several cleanup and beautification projects throughout the day. There will be projects for all ages to help with, which may include litter pickup, trail work, raking, gardening, and tree planting. Free camping will be available to anyone volunteering for the entire duration of the event (9am - 2pm), and lunch and water will be provided to all who help out!

If you are interested in getting a free campsite for the weekend, please contact the park office at 814-674-1000 or princegallitzinsp@pa.gov. To receive free camping, you must be registered with the park by the end of business on Wednesday, April 15th.

Friends of Prince Gallitzin 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 Prince Gallitzin State Park.    Come experience the Prince Gallitzin State Park and enjoy the many activities sponsored by the Friends of Prince Gallitzin State Park.

Allegheny Islands State Park and Allegheny Cleanways have partnered again for the 2026 cleanup! If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please follow this hand raise! Registration is not yet open and will be run through Allegheny Cleanways. If you're following along with this interest opportunity, someone will touch base with you in June or July!

This is a handraising opportunity for being a campground host with Worlds End State Park. Registering for this opportunity alone will NOT register you for a timeslot as a host. These are sent seperately as the schedule is made. Background clearances must be physically submitted as part of the vetting process.

This opportunity is related to goose management. The park experiences an influx of Canada geese every year that can disrupt the environmental balance. Volunteers are invited to help keep the park clean and enjoyable by assisting with the removal of goose droppings from high-use areas. This effort helps improve visitor experience, protects natural resources, and supports overall park maintenance. All necessary tools and guidance will be provided—just bring a willingness to lend a hand and enjoy time outdoors.

Join us for Earth Day focused volunteer workday! Projects will include work on the Nature Center Gardens, clean-up of the trails and park, tree planting, and more. Pre-registration is strongly suggested but not required, visit DCNR Calendar of Events for more information.
Meet at Brightbill Interpretive Center.

This opportunity is for all general activities that help keep our day-use picnic area, beaches, roadways, and waters clean.

- Monofilament recycling (fishing line collection) program

- Goose harassment and goose waste removal

- Beach monitoring

- Litter removal from picnic areas, waterways, and along roads. Or special litter clean up events.

Join a fun-loving group focused mainly on Purple Martin Nest Monitoring. There are several locations throughout the park and a location will be assigned to you. This group will also cover assisting the park educator with Bluebird Box Monitoring. The season typically goes from March to September. Hours are usually between 10 AM and 1 PM but can vary. For more information, email Jared McGary at jamcgary@pa.gov 

Join Park Staff and partner agencies to help get rid of European Frogbit. This aquatic invasive is starting to get a foothold on our lake and needs removed.  Canoes will be provided but can bring your own kayak/canoe. Registration is required by emailing Jared McGary at jamcgary@pa.gov. 

Join park staff and the Sierra Club as we remove invasive species in the day-use area. We will be targeting mile-a-minute and stilt grass, but may find other plants to tackle along the way. You can bring your own work gloves, but there will be some on hand. Trash bags will be provided. We recommend long pants and sleeves since we may be in brushy areas and could encounter thorns and ticks.

Since this is a joint event, we ask that you register with the Sierra Club as well!

Invasives Removal at Vosburg Neck State Park

Want to grow and share your knowledge of wildlife and the outdoors?  Sign up for an opportunity to join our Environmental Education Specialist during the Roving Naturalist programs and other pop-up education programs, like Beach Tables.  Become a welcoming steward of Tobyhanna for guests while enjoying the opportunity to swap wildlife facts with like-minded friends.

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/

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.

Earth Day Clean-Up Event at Shawnee State Park!

Help us make our parks shine! We’re looking for volunteers to join the Friends of Shawnee & Blue Knob State Parks for a morning of community service and outdoor fun.

WHEN: Saturday, April 25, 2026

TIME: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

WHERE: Shawnee State Park (Meet at Pavilion #2)

What’s in it for you?

What to bring: Please dress appropriately for the weather. We highly recommend wearing sturdy shoes, long sleeves, and pants to stay safe while working.

How to Join: Ready to lend a hand? Scan the QR code in the flyer below to register and get more information!

Let’s work together to keep our beautiful state park clean and green. See you there!

#EarthDay #Volunteer #ShawneeStatePark #CleanUpEvent #KeepPABeautiful #FriendsOfShawneeAndBlueKnob

Invasive species removal and habitat management

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.

 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.

Volunteer to work on Pennsylvania's second largest State Forest.  Projects range from Campsite Maintenance, Infrastructure Maintenance, and Wildlife Habitat Improvement along with various other opportunities arranged by the District Forester.  Please contact the site supervisor prior to selecting this opportunity.   

Celebrate Earth Week by giving back to Ravensburg State Park to keep the park healthy and beautiful! Volunteers and park staff will be picking up the litter that accumulated over the past year. Gloves, trash bags, vests, and litter grabbers will be provided. Please wear closed-toed shoes! 

Meeting Location: Parking lot (second lot) north of the Playfield

Directions: After entering the park, turn right and follow the road about 0.25 miles. The parking lot will be on your right.

Trail Stewards are volunteers who take time out of their lives to help improve trail systems in our local forests and parks. Their role in trail maintenance allows members of the public to have a positive experience while enjoying the trails. Rothrock State Forest has a Trail Stewardship program where individuals, groups, or sports teams can be assigned a trail to work on that year.  

If you would like more information on the Trail Stewardship program, please contact the recreation forester by calling (582) 322-6709 or by emailing ra-fd05@pa.gov

This opportunity is for volunteers who are part of the firewood splitting crew. 

Volunteers help care for Bald Eagle State Park by removing litter and refuse along the park’s 17.6 miles of trails, park boundaries, and surrounding roadways. Cleanup efforts may also include fishing line removal to protect wildlife and maintain a safe, healthy environment for visitors. This work plays an important role in preserving the park’s natural resources, improving visitor safety, and keeping the park clean and welcoming for all.

Join park staff and Penn State Master Watershed Stewards for a volunteer workday on the water. Learn about the aquatic invasives you can find in Lake Wilhelm. Then, bit by bit, we will pull European Frogbit to make a difference. Ages 12 and up, under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Kayak, waders, and gear provided or bring your own. Life jackets required to be worn. Registration is required, please call the office to register at (724) 253-4833 or email megmcdowel@pa.gov.

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.

Join us in welcoming spring to Nescopeck by cleaning up the park!

Volunteers of all ages and abilities are invited to help us improve the park by helping with a project of their choice. Projects include litter clean-up, invasive species removal, and working in the Nature Discovery Area on a variety of tasks like retrieving mud, cleaning the shed, planting a sensory garden, mulching and weeding.

Please register so we can plan for equipment needs.

Basic trail maintenance. Specific tasks as needed decided closer to date.

Basic trail maintenance. Specific tasks as needed decided closer to date.

Basic trail maintenance. Specific tasks as needed decided closer to date.

Basic trail maintenance. Specific tasks as needed decided closer to date.

The Trail Maintenance & Stewardship Volunteer assists Colonel Denning State Park maintenance staff with the upkeep, repair, and stewardship of designated park trails. Working under staff supervision, the volunteer helps ensure trails are safe, sustainable, clearly marked, and enjoyable for public use while supporting overall park cleanliness and resource protection.

The Trail Maintenance & Stewardship Volunteer assists Colonel Denning State Park maintenance staff with the upkeep, repair, and stewardship of designated park trails. Working under staff supervision, the volunteer helps ensure trails are safe, sustainable, clearly marked, and enjoyable for public use while supporting overall park cleanliness and resource protection.

Down tree removal, cutting brush back, and any additional trail maintenance within the park trail system.

Friends of Colonel Denning volunteer work.

Friends of Colonel Denning: Saturday workday- 9:00 am to 12:00. Meet at amphitheater, bring gloves. All are welcome.

Celebrate Earth Week by joining park staff and Friends of Goddard (FRoG) for a park cleanup event. This is your chance to give back to the park that you love and keep it clean. Please bring water. We will provide trash bags, gloves, and safety vests. To register, please call the office to register at 724-253-4833 or email megmcdowel@pa.gov.

Working with a lead volunteer to maintain District Trails in the R.B. Winter State Park Area. Trail work is typically conducted on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Work involves brush cutting, raking, clearing and tread enhancement of trails throughout the year. 

Note: This opportunity is for Bald Eagle State Forest. If interested in volunteering for Bald Eagle State Park, please visit their opportunity list.

Our maintenance team works hard but it's often difficult to get to our trails on the regular, especially some of the harder hikes. Volunteers can help us keep an eye on trail conditions, do some light trim work, clean up trash, and remove minor obstacles. Notify the park staff for downed trees or other issues. With this program you choose a section of trail and take care of it for whatever time fits your schedule to keep our trails looking beautiful!

This program monitors species that nest in cavities, such as Eastern Bluebirds, Tree or Swallows, House Wrens, Flycatchers, Purple Martins, Tufted Titmouse, and Chickadees.

Volunteers monitor boxes for eggs, fledglings, species type, box quality, and predation issues. Records are collected and added to research for the whole state. This program requires some regular dedication and might involve some messy work, such as removing invasive House Sparrow nests.