Get Involved

Become a Long-Term Natural Resource Volunteer

Are you passionate about our local ecosystems? Become a long-term natural resource volunteer. Whether it’s native plant management to invasive ivy removal, monitoring, and trail cleanups, natural resource volunteers support the health of our State Parks and gain valuable professional experience. As a long-term volunteer you can take part in specialized training allowing you to work on individual projects that match your schedule. To lend a hand to preserve the land you love check out the links below.

Visit the Volunteer Portal to apply to be Long-Term Natural Resource volunteer

For general inquiries and information on upcoming short-term volunteer events contact Environmental Scientist Michelle Forys, (707) 677-3109 or michelle.forys@parks.ca.gov 

Other Ways to Get Involved

Check out our Facebook page upcoming events, volunteer activities, and engaging videos and livestreams. 

If you like to visit California State Parks frequently, buy a parks pass through the Parks Pass Office, an excellent way to save money and support state parks.