"Caring
for the Land, Serving People"
Those six words sum up the Forest
Service's Mission.
It's a pretty big mission. The
truth is, we couldn't even come close to accomplishing it without your
help.
- If you're already a volunteer or partner, thanks for all that you've
done. We hope to work with you some more.
- If you've never volunteered, but you're interested in getting involved,
please take a few minutes to explore
this site.
Volunteers in the National
Forests
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Forest
Hosts Tenth Annual Pick Up the Pinchot, Public Lands Day Events (September
04, 2008)
Volunteers
are the heartbeat of the Forest Service. The types of work a volunteer
can perform are many and varied; the only tasks a volunteer cannot carry
out are those associated with law enforcement. Your talents and skills
are matched with your work preference to obtain a role that satisfies
you and best fulfills the mission of the Forest Service/USDA. You may
work on a part-time or full-time basis. You can participate in a one-time
project or serve over several months, seasons, or year-round.
The commitment
you make is up to you. Training may be provided to you if
your job requires it. If you are retired or have summers free, you may
wish to live on a national forest while you work as a volunteer. College
students may perform volunteer service related to their coursework for
college credit. A variety of jobs are available if you prefer the office
environment. There are also numerous opportunities to perform vigorous
but satisfying physical labor outdoors.
Some typical volunteer activities
include:
- Maintaining and hosting campgrounds
- Answering phones, greeting visitors, and answering mail at Forest
Service visitor centers and ranger stations
- Working with computers in Forest Service administrative offices
- Taking photographs
- Planting trees and seeding damaged areas
- Presenting environmental education programs
- Building and repairing fences, nesting boxes, picnic tables, and
other structures
- Building barrier-free campsites, docks,and trails
- Restoring damaged stream banks and burnt-over areas.
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