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Prince William Forest Park
Volunteer
 
Each year hundreds of volunteers contribute nearly 20,000 hours of service to Prince William Forest Park. Some service groups come for the day, other volunteers stay for months. Some are students, others are retirees looking for adventure during their "golden years." Some maintain and/or patrol trails while others work as campground hosts or as visitor center personnel. But regardless of age or background, these folks share a desire to make a positive contribution to the management of the park. Volunteers are a valuable and valued part of our operation and our community.

While we have far more applicants than positions, we are always looking for enthusiastic and energetic people. Volunteers generally work two to three months, depending on the nature of work to be performed and the park's needs. The park may provide trailer or recreational vehicle campsites with full hookups or housing and utilities.

For more information regarding Prince William Forest Park's volunteer program, please contact the Park Volunteer Coordinator by phone (703-221-7181) or by email.

 
Current Volunteer Opportunities

VISITOR CENTER VOLUNTEER
Activities: Tour Guide/Interpretation, Visitor Information
Dates: 01/01/2007----01/01/2010

TRAIL MAINTENANCE VOLUNTEER
Activities: Trail/Campground Maintenance
Dates: 10/01/2007----01/01/2010

CABIN CAMP HOST VOLUNTEER
Activities: Campground Host, Trail/Campground Maintenance, General Assistance
Dates: 12/15/2008----03/01/2009

MAINTENANCE VOLUNTEER
Activities: Construction/Maintenance
Dates: 01/01/2007----01/01/2010

ADMINISTRATIVE VOLUNTEER
Activities: Office/Clerical
Dates: 01/01/2007----01/01/2010

OAK RIDGE CAMPGROUND HOST
Activities: Campground Host
Dates: 05/01/2008----10/31/2008

NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY & NATIONAL SCOUT DAY!
Activities: Construction/Maintenance, Conservation Education, Historical Preservation, Trail/Campground Maintenance
Dates: 09/27/2008----09/27/2008



To view more NPS volunteer opportunities, go to www.nps.gov/volunteer or www.volunteer.gov/gov
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Last Updated: February 04, 2008 at 08:02 EST