Opportunities From: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

This opportunity involves monitoring, reporting, and maintaining various cavity nest boxes in the park. The opportunity also involves maintaining data and submitting to the volunteer coordinator at the end of each cavity nesting season.

This opportunity involves monitoring, reporting, and maintaining various cavity nest boxes in the park. The opportunity also involves maintaining data and submitting to the volunteer coordinator at the end of each cavity nesting season.

Help take care of our beautiful trails. Trim brush, repaint blazes, etc. with guidance from park staff.  If this is your first time doing trail maintenance with us, please contact the volunteer coordinator first at sschenck@pa.gov. 

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

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

Those interested in hosting in Blue Knob State Park's Campground should apply here.  Please be aware we can't accept all applicants. Once you apply, you will be entered onto a waitlist managed by the park's host coordinator. If there is an opening, you will be contacted and typically meet with park staff on a Teams video call, in-person, or by phone to be sure this opportunity is a good fit, review your qualifications, and provide answers to any questions you might have. Campground Hosts receive free camping on an electric host site (a pet friendly or non-pet-friendly site is available to choose from), and a park radio for the duration of their stay as a campground host. A UTV (for campground use only) is available to use.

Modern Campground. Host duties include, but are not limited to:

Distributing and collecting camping permits for ~50 campsites
Maintaining campsite fire rings
Acting as a liaison for park staff and campers
Being a point of contact for camper questions and concerns
Not required, but welcomed assistance with miscellaneous tasks (ex. weed-eating, maintaining bulletin boards, Keeping trails open, changing empty toilet paper, etc.)
Hosts need to be available to help campers during key hours--especially weekends and evenings. All hosts must Complete ALL clearances and submit them to the park to be considered for the opportunity.

To speak to the campground host volunteer coordinator, about this position or clearances, please call the Main Park Office at 814-608-3034.

Basic cleanup along both Scotts run and Hopewell lake. This includes: Trash, Fishing Line, lures, and miscellaneous debris. 

PRESQUE ISLE STATE PARK

VOLUNTEER POSITION

Volunteer Position Title: Presque Isle State Park Annual Spring Clean Up

Site: Presque Isle State Park

Position Description:

Spring Clean-up Day – Friday, May 1, 2026

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Meet at the Park Office (South Shore) - Moraine

Spring has definitely sprung and it’s that time of year to start sprucing things up and helping the park look its very best. Bring sturdy shoes, work clothes, work gloves and a friend. Our main project for the day is to weed and mulch our native plant garden in front of the park office. We have projects for all ability levels, and the work day will be on, rain or shine. If you have a large group of volunteers (Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts etc.), please contact Mike Shaffer at (724) 368-8811 to discuss appropriate projects for your group's numbers and abilities that day. Bring a lunch and some snacks, water, and dress for working in the outdoors. Pre-registration is required.  Register by checking this opportunity.  

Want to help us monitor wildlife in the park? Help us complete American Woodcock Surveys! Volunteers would be asked to walk a pre-determined distance (~1/4 mile) at either sunrise or sunset once per week during the month of March, then at least bi-weekly through April until May 15th. Volunteers are asked to spend roughly a half hour at sunset listening for woodcock calls and recording visible birds.  

Those interested in hosting in Bald Eagle State Park's Rustic Campground should apply here. Bald Eagle SP is a popular hosting park, so please be aware we can't accept all applicants. Once you apply, you will be entered onto a waitlist managed by the park's host coordinator. If there is an opening, you will be contacted and typically meet with park staff on a Teams video call or by phone to be sure this opportunity is a good fit, review your qualifications, and provide answers to any questions you might have.

Rustic Campground Hosts receive free camping, a UTV (for campground use only), a gas ration (for generator and UTV only), sewer hook-up, and water hook-up for the duration of their stay as a campground host. The host site does not have an electric hook-up and a generator is NOT provided.

Host duties include, but are not limited to: 

Hosts need to be accessible to help campers during key hours--especially weekends and evenings. All hosts must complete child clearances and submit them to the park to be considered for the opportunity.

To speak to the campground host volunteer coordinator, Ty Moon, about this position or clearances, please call the Main Park Office at 814-625-2775 and press 5 to be routed to the Front Desk Staff.

Those interested in hosting in Bald Eagle State Park's Modern Campground should apply here. Bald Eagle SP is a popular hosting park, so please be aware we can't accept all applicants. Once you apply, you will be entered onto a waitlist managed by the park's host coordinator. If there is an opening, you will be contacted and typically meet with park staff on a Teams video call, in-person, or by phone to be sure this opportunity is a good fit, review your qualifications, and provide answers to any questions you might have. Modern Campground Hosts receive free camping on a full-hook-up/30 AMP host site, a UTV (for campground use only), and a park radio for the duration of their stay as a campground host. Hosts that have pets are ONLY eligible to host on the Sycamore Loop in the

Modern Campground. Host duties include, but are not limited to: 

Hosts need to be available to help campers during key hours--especially weekends and evenings. All hosts must complete child clearances and submit them to the park to be considered for the opportunity.

To speak to the campground host volunteer coordinator, Ty Moon, about this position or clearances, please call the Main Park Office at 814-625-2775 and press 5 to be routed to the Front Desk Staff. 

Campground Hosts represent the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Parks and as such must obey all State Park Rules and Regulations as well as maintain their own tidy campsite.

The primary responsibility of Campground Hosts is to assist campers by answering questions and explaining the park regulations that apply to their visit in our park.

Volunteers must be familiar with local points of interest and the location of services that may be requested by campers (see Nearby Towns and Services).

Volunteers must perform light maintenance work in the Campground, which consists of: 1. Posting new / Removing expired camping reservations tags each morning 2. Cleaning Shower Houses / Restrooms each morning and evening 3. Assist campers with honor envelope reservations when needed 4. Checking sites for cleanliness, i.e. Food is secured when people leave campsite and at night, fire rings are free of garbage, trees have not been damaged, etc. 5. Perform regular fire ring cleaning and campsite maintenance 6. Maintain a clear line of communication with Park Staff

Campground Hosts may be requested to assist in campground activities from time to time such as greeting visitors at the Contact Station or at amphitheater events or serving as a liaison to small groups of volunteers. We know that many of our Campground Hosts arrive with a wide variety of experience along with high quality skills. If you see something you’d like to improve upon, such as painting a building or repairing a kiosk, etc. please check with the Assistant Park Manager or Park Maintenance Supervisor and one of them can discuss with you and possibly get you the tools you’d need to complete the project.

Campground Hosts will take no law enforcement measure: the basic purpose of Campground Hosts is to observe and report campground infractions to Park Rangers, Park Managers, or the Park Office. Campground Hosts must set an example by being model campers, practicing good housekeeping in and around their campsite, and by observing park rules and regulations.

Host sites are limited to one camping unit, with no more than two awnings or popup sunshade, one attached to trailer and one over the picnic table. Yard art, signs and flags are not welcome other than the one Camp Host sign provided by the park. Birdfeeders must be attached directly to an awning or to a freestanding pole and kept to a maximum of two. Birdfeeders cannot be hung from or attached to any trees.

Campground Hosts are expected to work weekends and holidays. Campground Hosts generally work independently. They report to the Assistant Park Manager, or designated representative, who is available to answer questions or discuss issues. The Assistant Park Manager will provide orientation for “hosts” and assist hosts throughout the summer with any problems that may arise.

This position requires knowledge of PA State Park programs and regulations. Campground Hosts must display a willing attitude to interact with campers in a positive manner and maintain a healthy line of communication with all park staff. Campground Hosts must present a neat and pleasing appearance and be courteous to the public at all times.

Campground Hosts will get two days and two nights off during the week that will be approved by the Assistant Park Manager—generally Tuesday/Wednesday or Wednesday/Thursday.

Campground Hosts represent the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Parks and as such must obey all State Park Rules and Regulations as well as maintain their own tidy campsite.

The primary responsibility of Campground Hosts is to assist campers by answering questions and explaining the park regulations that apply to their visit in our park.

Volunteers must be familiar with local points of interest and the location of services that may be requested by campers (see Nearby Towns and Services).

Volunteers must perform light maintenance work in the Campground, which consists of: 1. Posting new / Removing expired camping reservations tags each morning 2. Cleaning Shower Houses / Restrooms each morning and evening 3. Assist campers with honor envelope reservations when needed 4. Checking sites for cleanliness, i.e. Food is secured when people leave campsite and at night, fire rings are free of garbage, trees have not been damaged, etc. 5. Perform regular fire ring cleaning and campsite maintenance 6. Maintain a clear line of communication with Park Staff

Campground Hosts may be requested to assist in campground activities from time to time such as greeting visitors at the Contact Station or at amphitheater events or serving as a liaison to small groups of volunteers. We know that many of our Campground Hosts arrive with a wide variety of experience along with high quality skills. If you see something you’d like to improve upon, such as painting a building or repairing a kiosk, etc. please check with the Assistant Park Manager or Park Maintenance Supervisor and one of them can discuss with you and possibly get you the tools you’d need to complete the project.

Campground Hosts will take no law enforcement measure: the basic purpose of Campground Hosts is to observe and report campground infractions to Park Rangers, Park Managers, or the Park Office. Campground Hosts must set an example by being model campers, practicing good housekeeping in and around their campsite, and by observing park rules and regulations.

Host sites are limited to one camping unit, with no more than two awnings or popup sunshade, one attached to trailer and one over the picnic table. Yard art, signs and flags are not welcome other than the one Camp Host sign provided by the park. Birdfeeders must be attached directly to an awning or to a freestanding pole and kept to a maximum of two. Birdfeeders cannot be hung from or attached to any trees.

Campground Hosts are expected to work weekends and holidays. Campground Hosts generally work independently. They report to the Assistant Park Manager, or designated representative, who is available to answer questions or discuss issues. The Assistant Park Manager will provide orientation for “hosts” and assist hosts throughout the summer with any problems that may arise.

This position requires knowledge of PA State Park programs and regulations. Campground Hosts must display a willing attitude to interact with campers in a positive manner and maintain a healthy line of communication with all park staff. Campground Hosts must present a neat and pleasing appearance and be courteous to the public at all times.

Campground Hosts will get two days and two nights off during the week that will be approved by the Assistant Park Manager—generally Tuesday/Wednesday or Wednesday/Thursday.

Help monitor bluebirds and other species nesting in over 40 cavity nest boxes throughout the park. Volunteers check each box weekly and record data that is then compiled and included in the Statewide Cavity Nesting Report.

Trail maintenance done on Michaux State Forest. Maintenance must be done only to state forest recognized trails. Training is required to blaze and brush trails.

Help at plant sale, set up and running the sale.

Susquehannock State Forest is looking for volunteers to become trail stewards to reestablish/maintain the many miles of "multi-use" red blazed trails, and "hiking only" yellow blazed trails, within the district. We are looking for "multi-use" and "hiking only" stewards to adopt any hiking/multi-use trails in our district. Trail System Stewards traverse their assigned trails quarterly. This would include brushing, blazing, reporting downed trees, and benching any of the multi-use and hiking trails in the Susquehannock State Forest.  Please note, only volunteers with chainsaw certifications may cut trees off of the trail. Volunteers, please call 814-320-4916 with your request to adopt a trail before performing any work. 

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

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

The Outpost, campground store run by the FOCSP, needs attendants to help with firewood and retail sales to campers.

Experience Codorus Outdoors (ECO) is a large family-oriented fundraising event held 2 days in June each year.  Assistance is need with set-up, day of event, and tear-down.

One of the largest fundraisers for the park is selling firewood to campers.  We need assistance cutting, splitting and stacking firewood.

Those interested in hosting at this park should respond to this opportunity.  While this step does not require clearances, you will work with park staff to complete them if you are selected for a hosting position.  Kooser is a popular hosting park, so please be aware we can't accept all applicants.  If there is an opening, you will be contacted by park staff to be sure this opportunity is a good fit, review your qualifications and provide any questions you might have.

Those interested in hosting at this park should respond to this opportunity.  While this step does not require clearances, you will work with park staff to complete them if you are selected for a hosting position.  Laurel Hill is a popular hosting park, so please be aware we can't accept all applicants.  If there is an opening, you will be contacted by park staff to be sure this opportunity is a good fit, review your qualifications and provide any questions you might have.

Volunteers are appreciated to maintain and improve trails to ensure safety, accessibility and sustainability.  This includes litter pick-up, moving tree debris off the trail and into the woods, and reporting downed trees and unsafe conditions to the park office.

Volunteers are appreciated to maintain and improve trails to ensure safety, accessibility and sustainability.  This includes litter pick-up, moving tree debris off the trail and into the woods, and reporting downed trees and unsafe conditions to the park office.

Volunteers are appreciated to maintain and improve trails to ensure safety, accessibility and sustainability. This includes litter pick-up, moving tree debris off the trail and into the woods, and reporting downed trees and unsafe conditions to the park office.

Codorus Trick-or-Treat is a large fundraising event held 2 nights in October each year.  Assistance is needed with set-up, day of the event, and tear down.  

Volunteers help care for Memorial Lake State Park by removing litter and refuse along the park’s 3 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.

Volunteers help keep Swatara State Park clean and welcoming by removing litter and refuse from 34 miles of park trails, along boundary roadways, and in creekside areas. This work improves visitor safety, protects wildlife, and helps maintain the park’s natural beauty. Volunteers should contact the park in advance to ensure they have proper equipment, including trash pickers, bags, gloves, and reflective vests, before beginning litter pickup activities.

Volunteers assist with hands-on wildlife and habitat stewardship projects throughout the park. Activities may include building, installing, monitoring, reporting on, and repairing wildlife structures such as bat boxes, bluebird and wood duck nest boxes, turtle basking platforms, and other habitat features. Volunteers may also help collect basic monitoring data, observe wildlife use, and report maintenance needs to park staff. All manmade structures require park approval prior to installation on park property. This opportunity supports the protection and enhancement of wildlife habitat while contributing to long-term conservation and education efforts.

Volunteers assist with hands-on wildlife and habitat stewardship projects throughout the park. Activities may include building, installing, monitoring, reporting on, and repairing wildlife structures such as bat boxes, bluebird and wood duck nest boxes, turtle basking platforms, and other habitat features. Volunteers may also help collect basic monitoring data, observe wildlife use, and report maintenance needs to park staff. All manmade structures require park approval prior to installation on park property. This opportunity supports the protection and enhancement of wildlife habitat while contributing to long-term conservation and education efforts.

Volunteers assist with hands-on wildlife and habitat stewardship projects throughout the park. Activities may include building, installing, monitoring, reporting on, and repairing wildlife structures such as bat boxes, bluebird and wood duck nest boxes, turtle basking platforms, and other habitat features. Volunteers may also help collect basic monitoring data, observe wildlife use, and report maintenance needs to park staff. All manmade structures require park approval prior to installation on park property. This opportunity supports the protection and enhancement of wildlife habitat while contributing to long-term conservation and education efforts.

Volunteers assist with hands-on wildlife and habitat stewardship projects throughout the park. Activities may include building, installing, monitoring, reporting on, and repairing wildlife structures such as bat boxes, bluebird and wood duck nest boxes, turtle basking platforms, and other habitat features. Volunteers may also help collect basic monitoring data, observe wildlife use, and report maintenance needs to park staff. All manmade structures require park approval prior to installation on park property. This opportunity supports the protection and enhancement of wildlife habitat while contributing to long-term conservation and education efforts.

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.

This position is for potential hosts at Little Buffalo State Park. Signing up for this opportunity does not guarantee you a position, it just allows you to be on our waiting list for an open position for the 2026 season. You will be emailed when there are openings that you can apply for. This is NOT for the 2027 season, so please do not sign up if you are unavailable for this current year. Another opportunity is created for the 2027 season, and you may sign up to be on that list. 

Our campground host duties are fairly simple. Hosts are expected to be fully available during peak hours of camping (Friday evening through Sunday morning, within reasonable hours) and available during the week as needed. Hosts are primarily in charge of placing and removing permits, greeting guests, pick up trash, tidy restrooms if needed, and kindly reminding folks of rules. They are also required to notify law enforcement of any violations they witness during their stay. Hosts will also be asked to occassionally stack wood on the front porch of our firewood shed as needed and may be asked to assist with any festivals or environmental education activities during their stay. 

Hosts may be permitted to leave for periods of time as long as they notify rangers and/or management of their absence. Hosts may be asked to kindly remind visitors of rules when needed, but not to enforce them. Hosts must be role models for other campers - any pets must remain on leash or fenced in (or remain safely in the camper), hosts must wear shirts during their stay, and hosts MUST remain courteous and kind to all visitors at all times. Hosts must NOT engage in visitors that are overly disruptive or potentially dangerous - hosts need to notify rangers or local police to deal with any and all major disturbances. 

Our campground has 5 primitive (walk-to) sites, 43 campsites (roughly half are electric and 2 are paved/ADA accessible). We have one host site, so the position is a bit competitive. Sites 42 and 43 that are ADA accessible also have sewage hook ups in addition to electric. Due to our water situation, NONE of our sites have water at the site. 

**Water Situation**

Please keep in mind that there is no water at our park's campsites at this time. There will not be for some time. We will use a potable water tanker to haul water to the campground, and you may choose to fill your tank at a fill station at the park office or with the tanker beside the bath house prior to going to your site. If you need to refill during your stay, you will have to move your camper in order to do that. For that reason, we are allowing 2 week stays for hosts as well as the normal month-long assignments. The host site is located beside the newer (built in 2019) bath house. The bath house has nice showers and a large sink in the back for dish washing. Water is not drinkable but is safe for showering and cleaning dishes with. If you have further questions about the water situation, please reach out to the park office at 717-567-9255.

This position is for potential hosts at Little Buffalo State Park. Signing up for this opportunity does not guarantee you a position, it just allows you to be on our waiting list for an open position for the 2027 season. You will be emailed when there are openings that you can apply for. Another opportunity is created for the current 2026 season, and you may sign up to be on that list. 

Our campground host duties are fairly simple. Hosts are expected to be fully available during peak hours of camping (Friday evening through Sunday morning, within reasonable hours) and available during the week as needed. Hosts are primarily in charge of placing and removing permits, greeting guests, pick up trash, tidy restrooms if needed, and kindly reminding folks of rules. They are also required to notify law enforcement of any violations they witness during their stay. Hosts will also be asked to occassionally stack wood on the front porch of our firewood shed as needed and may be asked to assist with any festivals or environmental education activities during their stay. 

Hosts may be permitted to leave for periods of time as long as they notify rangers and/or management of their absence. Hosts may be asked to kindly remind visitors of rules when needed, but not to enforce them. Hosts must be role models for other campers - any pets must remain on leash or fenced in (or remain safely in the camper), hosts must wear shirts during their stay, and hosts MUST remain courteous and kind to all visitors at all times. Hosts must NOT engage in visitors that are overly disruptive or potentially dangerous - hosts need to notify rangers or local police to deal with any and all major disturbances. 

Our campground has 5 primitive (walk-to) sites, 43 campsites (roughly half are electric and 2 are paved/ADA accessible). We have one host site, so the position is a bit competitive. Sites 42 and 43 that are ADA accessible also have sewage hook ups in addition to electric. Due to our water situation, NONE of our sites have water at the site. 

**Water Situation** Please keep in mind that there is no water at our park's campsites at this time. There will not be for some time. We will use a potable water tanker to haul water to the campground, and you may choose to fill your tank at a fill station at the park office or with the tanker beside the bath house prior to going to your site. If you need to refill during your stay, you will have to move your camper in order to do that. For that reason, we are allowing 2 week stays for hosts as well as the normal month-long assignments. The host site is located beside the newer (built in 2019) bath house. The bath house has nice showers and a large sink in the back for dish washing. Water is not drinkable but is safe for showering and cleaning dishes with. If you have further questions about the water situation, please reach out to the park office at 717-567-9255.

Our Friends of Little Buffalo is actively seeking someone to assist with searching for and applying for grants for projects in the park. No experience is needed, but some background knowledge of grants is definitely helpful. We will mostly be working with historical type grants to allow us to find funding for our historical projects, as well as ADA grants to improve accessibility in the park. 

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

Interested in learning more about gardening with native plants? Volunteer to mulch, pull weeds, divide plants, and amend soil in the center's native plant garden. We provide instruction, tools, and weeding mats. This is a seasonal opportunity.

2026 Schedule

This opportunity will occur every Monday from March 23 - September 28, 2026, with the exception of April 20th. Other dates may be canceled due to unforeseen circumstances, please pay attention to your email, you will be notified in advance. 

We are looking for Donut Hole and Chuck Keiper Trail System Stewards to adopt sections of the two state forest hiking trails in our district. Trail System Stewards traverse their assigned trails quarterly. Stewards will brush trails; report downed trees and perform other routine maintenance such as benching and blazing. To adopt a trail section, please call our district office at 570-923-6011 after signing up.

Join the Friends of Codorus State Park as they help get the park ready for summer!  grab a friend and meet at Pavilion #2. 

If you are bringing a group, every member of the group must be registered as a Conservation Volunteer on this site.  If your group includes minors (i.e. scout groups) they will need to have a parent's signature prior to the event - paper copies are available by emailing NRCodorusEEPrograms@pa.gov.

From time to time the park educators see a need for handcrafted items to share with audiences.  This could be small weaving looms, representations of animals, historic toys. Including things that answer the question: "How did children play or learn about nature before electronics?" Put your name on this list, along with your skills and interests so we can find you. Our Heritage Festival, the last full weekend of September will be one event that may utilize your skills.

From time to time the park educators see a need for handcrafted items to share with audiences.  This could be small weaving looms, representations of animals, historic toys. Including things that answer the question: "How did children play or learn about nature before electronics?" Put your name on this list, along with your skills and interests and we can find you.

 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. 

Help park staff and other volunteers remove invasive plant species from Susquehannock State Park Sites

Ongoing trail maintenance as needed throughout the year by the Friends Group. 

PRESQUE ISLE STATE PARK

VOLUNTEER POSITION

Volunteer Position Title: Turtle Care

Site: Tom Ridge Environmental Center Aqualab

DCNR staff will perform evaluations of performance and provide feedback for development.

Help us learn more about our past! There are opportunities for individuals to help the park through research. This would be mostly on your own through the use of a computer or historical societies. No expertise needed! A good wintertime activity or for those who enjoy local history.

Volunteer to maintain one of our 9 trails for 2026! Adopt-a-trail volunteers are expected to walk their designated trail monthly from April through October to pick up trash, notify staff of hazards, and lightly trim over-hanging brush as needed. 

Spur trail is a 0.5 mile trail from the campground down to Little Buffalo Road and the lake. It is not a loop. This trail will need occasional pruning and trash clean up. It is one of our lower-maintenance trails. 

Building and maintaining the section of the Mason Dixon Trail that goes through Susquehanna Riverlands State Park. 

Join DCNR staff and partners to clean up the Susquehanna River Flood Plain in Susquehanna Riverlands State Park. There will be 2 or 3 dates in the year that we will meet as a group to do this work.

Many miles of the hiking trails in Moraine State Park are a part of the North Country Trail Association (NCTA), Butler Chapter. Discover training opportunities and help maintain the trail as part of this dedicated group of volunteers. We are looking for volunteers!  Would you like to be a trail adopter? Help maintain the trail? Assist with outreach, communications, and social media?  For more information on how you can help, send us an email at  but@northcountrytrail.org

The Friends of the Pennsylvania White Clay Creek Preserve is a volunteer community service organization committed to supporting the Preserve through improvement/maintenance projects, educational programs, and fundraising. It was chartered by a group of concerned citizens to support the Preserve in March 2012, and in 2019 they launched a subcommittee, London Tract Historical Committee, to address the historical structures within the park.

The Friends is a local chapter of the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping all of Pennsylvania’s state parks, forests, and preserves. In 2022 the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources estimates that 214,469 people visited the White Clay Creek Preserve.

Memorial Lake State Park has over 2 miles of trails and there may be an opportunity for you to assist with keeping them clean, clear, and accessible to park visitors. If you sign up for this opportunity, please contact the park office for more details on when trail maintenance days will take place.

Interested in hosting a group or corporate clean-up event at Neshaminy State Park? You're in the right place!

We would love to have your team out to pick litter or clear invasive species in the park. To coordinate a date for your team, you (or your event coordinator) should sign up here, and further instructions on choosing a date will appear. 

If you need help signing up, email NeshaminySP@pa.gov.

Thanks for your interest in coming out to help clean up your state parks!

Boyd Big Tree Preserve has over 12 miles of trails and there may be an opportunity for you to assist with keeping them clean, clear, and accessible to park visitors. If you sign up for this opportunity, please contact the park office for more details on when trail maintenance days will take place.

Joseph Ibberson Conservation Area has over 8 miles of trails and there may be an opportunity for you to assist with keeping them clean, clear, and accessible to park visitors. If you sign up for this opportunity, please contact the park office for more details on when trail maintenance days will take place.

Swatara State Park has approximately 34 miles of trails and there may be an opportunity for you to assist with keeping them clean, clear, and accessible to park visitors. If you sign up for this opportunity, please contact the park office for more details on when trail maintenance days will take place.

Sproul State Forest is looking for volunteers to become trail stewards to reestablish/maintain the many miles of abandoned "multi-use" red blazed trails, and "hiking only" yellow blazed trails, within the district. We are looking for "multi-use" and "hiking only" stewards to adopt any hiking/multi-use trails in our district. Trail System Stewards traverse their assigned trails quarterly. This would include brushing, blazing, reporting downed trees, and benching any of the multi-use and hiking trails in the Sproul State Forest.  Please note, only volunteers with chainsaw certifications may cut trees off of the trail. Volunteers, please call 570-923-6011 with your request to adopt a trail before performing any work. 

This opportunity is designated for club volunteer workdays, and other designated days set up by the district to help maintain Whiskey Springs and Bloody Skillet ATV Trail Systems.

We are looking for up to 20 volunteers for a spray project in the Russell P. Letterman Wild Area. We will be spraying Japanese barberry as the first phase in eliminating invasive plants and restoring native ecosystems in the Sproul State Forest.  All PPE for spraying will be provided by the district. Volunteers will not be asked to mix any chemical herbicide.  We are just asking for help carrying gear down into the wild area and help with spraying 20-30 acres of barberry.  If you are interested in rehabilitating native ecosystems, please consider volunteering.  Please be sure to add the correct contact information when you sign up, and we will send instructions to all who are interested when the registration closes. 

We are searching for volunteers to help us clear the Camelback Road on April 25, 2026.  Volunteers will park in the top parking lot (Lot Number 2) and walk to the bottom of the mountain while clearing the roadsides.  Volunteers will be using small cutting tools, loppers, handsaws, pole saws, to clear the overhanging vegetation along Camelback Road. 

For additional question please sign up and the park will contact you! 

Tobyhanna State Park Complex (including Gouldsboro State Park) has over 30 miles of trails and there may be an opportunity for you to assist with keeping them clean, clear, and accessible to park visitors. If you sign up for this opportunity, please contact the park office for more details on when trail maintenance days will take place.

Tobyhanna State Park Complex has over 30 miles of trails and there may be an opportunity for you to assist with keeping them clean, clear, and accessible to park visitors.  If you sign up for this opportunity, please contact the park office for more details on when trail maintenance days will take place.

Ohiopyle State Park is looking for individual(s) to fill two campground host positions.  There are two host sites available 1 with full hookup amenities but is not pet friendly and one site with Electric 120/30/50 amp and is pet friendly.  We would like the host to stay 3-4 weeks but longer opportunities are available. 

Volunteers must set an example by being a model camper practicing good housekeeping at all times in and around the site and by observing all rules and regulations

Volunteers will perform light cleanup in the campground (two-three hours per day), checking restrooms and alerting staff to any issues including locking stalls if maintenance is required, general litter pickup, placing permits at campsites and remove expired permits from site posts, cleaning out fire rings.

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

Planting plugs @ Fayette CTI for plant sale. Must have clearances. Contact Barbara for more details.

Move plants for plant sale from CTI to Sugarloaf. Meet at Fayette CTI.

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.

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, or erosion control.

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, or erosion control.

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 and 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.

Fort Washington 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 and sanitation duties and entering 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.

Help us maintain the Butterfly Garden near the Hawk Watch Tower.  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.

PRESQUE ISLE STATE PARK

VOLUNTEER POSITION

Volunteer Position Title: TREC Information Desk Assistant

Site: (TREC) Tom Ridge Environmental Center

Position Description:

4:00 pm.  November 1 – March 31 open Tuesday -Saturday 8:00am to 4:00 pm.

DCNR staff will perform evaluations of performance and provide feedback for development.

Volunteers are encouraged to share their passions and expertise. Working with the volunteer coordinator, this opportunity allows volunteers to substitute for educators, help with educational field trips, or lead their own programs. 

Perform trail maintenance at Sawmill Trail. Maintenance ranges from weed whacking, blazing, planting trees, trimming brush, and picking litter.

Perform trail maintenance at Sawmill Trail. Maintenance ranges from weed whacking, blazing, planting trees, trimming brush, and picking litter.

Perform trail maintenance at Sawmill Trail. Maintenance ranges from weed whacking, blazing, planting trees, trimming brush, and picking litter.

Perform trail maintenance at Sawmill Trail. Maintenance ranges from weed whacking, blazing, planting trees, trimming brush, and picking litter.

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

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.

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.

Would you like to come out and help get the park ready for another busy summer season?  If so, come join us on Saturday May 2nd beginning at Shelter 4 at 730am.  Projects may include things like litter clean up, invasive plant removal, light painting/staining, tree planting (if trees are available) as well as other basic maintenance tasks. 

All hand tools, gloves, trash bags and safety vests will be provided.  Please wear appropriate clothing such as shoes and long pants and bring sunblock, bug spray and water.  

Pre-registration is required by calling the park office at 724 932 3141.  If you need an accommodation, please let us know when you register.

Free camping in Jamestown Campground Friday May 1st and Saturday May 2nd is available for all registered volunteers.  Sites will be issued upon registration with the park office.

Lunch will be provided By the Pymatuning Lake Association Saturday May 2nd at approximately 12pm.  

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.

This opportunity is for existing fire fighters and fire related programs.

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

Nolde Forest participates in Project Feeder Watch every season from November to March.

Some of our long-standing volunteers prefer to stick to an assigned schedule. This schedule is communicated directly by the park staff coordinator. If you are interested in joining for a specific time slot for next winter, please reach out to the park office for more information. If you are already assigned a time slot, you can log your hours here!

If you would like to participate in the "open" Feeder Watch program for this season (no sign ups needed, you may simply come during the open participation time) you may sign up here and reach out to the FeederWatch Coordinator Bekah at RSheeler@PA.gov to set up an orientation and training. 

There are many ways to volunteer to help maintain the trails at Nolde Forest.

During the Spring, Summer, and Fall, our volunteer trail crew meets on Sunday evenings. If you are interested in joining this group, please call the park office for more information as meeting location and times change weekly depending on park needs. Trail Crew members, please record your weekly hours here.

If working independently is more your style, we also have a volunteer "Adopt-a-Trail" program. You will be assigned a trail in the park and you can come volunteer on your trail as your schedule allows. There is no set time, though we ask that you come out and check the trail at least once a month. But this option allows you to volunteer on your own schedule when it works for you. After an orientation with park staff you will simply show up when convenient for you, access the volunteer tools, and work for as long as your day allows. Please record your independent volunteer hours here for any trail work duties.

Assist with the prep, sap collection, wood carrying, fire stoking, boiling down, filtering, finishing, bottling, & more related to producing maple syrup. Learn how to produce syrup from tree to table, working behind the scenes in concert with trained staff and other volunteers. Work hours and days will vary greatly based on the forecast, sap runs, and timing related to outreach efforts. The range of timing of mid-Feb to the end of March typically is the longest possible season, but usually it's one or two 1/2 days a week for most of a 3- or 4-week season. Let's see what this year brings!

The Moraine, McConnell’s Mill and Jennings Commission (3MJC) is on a mission! We are a community 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing support for Moraine and McConnells Mill State Parks and Jennings Environmental Education Center in beautiful Western Pennsylvania. Our mission is to enhance the appearance and function of these parks and to help educate the public and park visitors on park operations. We invite you to browse our website and attend one of our free monthly public meetings to learn more about our organization and the projects we manage. https://www.3mjc.org/

The mission of the Friends of Tyler State Park is to support the park in preserving, promoting, and maintaining the educational, recreational, natural, and historical resources of the park. The Friends of Tyler State Park hosts community service, recreational and educational events. 

Those interested in hosting at our park should start here. While this step doesn't require clearances, you will work with park staff to either submit those or complete them if you are selected for hosting at our park. Hills Creek is a popular hosting park, so please be aware we can't accept all applicants. If there is an opening, you will be contacted and typically meet with park staff on a Teams video call or by phone to be sure this opportunity is a good fit, review your qualifications, and provide answers to any questions you might have.

Typical trail work which involves trail maintenance, tree removal, blazing, and approved trail reroutes.

Typical park trail work that involves trail maintenance, trail rehab, and approved trail reroutes.