Volunteer in the Golden Gate National Parks!
It's Fun. It's Healthy. It makes a Difference. And it's Easy to get Started. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups, including many that do not require training.

How to Get Started

• Choose from opportunities for Individuals, Groups, or check out our Special Volunteer Events
• Search our Calendar for programs
• Download our Volunteer Brochure (PDF) or Weekly Volunteer Schedule (PDF) for an overview of program options
• Download our Volunteer E-Newsletter for an overview of upcoming events
• Contact us directly for more information at (415) 561-3077 or volunteer@parksconservancy.org
• Remember your Waiver Form! (Especially Youth Volunteers)
  New Waivers (PDF): now there is one comprehensive waiver for youth, individuals, and groups. For a description of the volunteer work, download the Waiver Work Description (PDF).
  Youth: any volunteer under the age of 18 must have a completed waiver form with the parent/guardian approval section signed.
  Groups: complete one waiver for the group and fill out the group list (PDF) with the names of participants. If there are any volunteers under 18 years, they will need a separate waiver with the parent/guardian approval section signed.

Overview of Volunteer Programs

We have a wide variety of volunteer opportunities for both individuals and groups, including many that do not require training or a lengthy time commitment, so that we can be sure to match your interests, skills, and available time. As a volunteer, you can contribute to Habitat Restoration, Landscaping & Gardening, Native Plant Nurseries, Trail Maintenance, Wildlife Monitoring, Education, Visitor Centers, Historic Landmarks & Cultural Resources, and much more. Programs and projects are located parkwide, including San Francisco, The Presidio, Marin, and San Mateo County.

National Parks belong to all of us. When you volunteer, you’re making a vital contribution to the health of our local National Parks, our open space, and our community. Join us for a fun and rewarding experience in the Parks!

• Individual
  Weekly Drop-in & Regularly Scheduled, Internships & Long-Term. Lend a hand at our drop-in and regularly scheduled programs or work with us on an extended basis in a specialized position.
• Groups
  Schedule a private program for your group. If you have a group of 10 or more volunteers, we can arrange a special project just for you.
• Special Volunteer Events
  Celebrate and restore the parks with us! We have special events scheduled throughout the year.

Upcoming Events

Presidio Park Stewards
September 4, 2010
Saturday, 9 am-Noon
Location: Presidio of San Francisco
Help enhance rare native plant habitat and create important wildlife corridors in the Presidio of San Francisco.

Presidio Shoreline (Crissy Field & Area A)
September 4, 2010
Saturday, 9 am-Noon
Location: Crissy Field, Presidio of San Francisco
Volunteer and help keep Crissy Field and the Presidio Shoreline clean and free of invasive weeds.

Fort Baker Stewardship
September 6, 2010
Monday, 10 am-Noon
Location: Fort Baker, Marin County
Volunteer and help care for landscapes at historic Fort Baker.

Tennessee Valley Nursery & Stewardship
September 7, 2010
Tuesday, 10 am-Noon & 1-4 pm
Location: Marin County, Marin Headlands, Tennessee Valley
Volunteer at the Tennessee Valley Nursery and learn to grow and care for native plants.

Presidio Native Plant Nursery
September 8, 2010
Wednesday, 1-4 pm
Location: Presidio of San Francisco
Volunteer at the Presidio Nursery and learn to grow and care for native plants.

The Golden Gate National Parks Volunteer Program is a cooperative parkwide effort of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, the National Park Service, and the Presidio Trust.