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About the VIP Program at Haleakala National Park
Haleakala National Park has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities at the park for youth, high school classes, college students, adults and groups of all ages. Opportunities range from 4 hours to several months. Please visit the InDepth section of our website under ’Getting Involved’ for additional information on the various programs available.

For more information regarding Haleakala National Park volunteer program, please contact the Park Volunteer Coordinator at 808-572-4487 or HALE_VIP_Coordinator@nps.gov

Current Featured Volunteer Opportunity

Haleakala Visitor & Jr Ranger Docent - Makawao, HI

NO HOUSING AVAILABLE; OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSE POSSIBLE. MUST HAVE OWN HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION ON MAUI.Volunteer will participate as a team member of the Interpretationstaff providing orientation and information. Opportunities may be available for those with interest in developing and presenting formal interpretive programs. The summit of Haleakalä receives over 1.5 million visitors annually—many of which come during summer months. Volunteer will be responsible for working independently providing orientations, park information and guidance to visitors at one of two visitor centers other visitor contact areas. Volunteer will play a key role in preparing future visitors in planning their visit through telephone conversations and/or mail correspondence. This position includes working with our Junior Rangers and their families. These 7-12 year olds learn about a variety of natural and cultural resources of the park and how they can act as stewards to Haleakalä and to parks near their home. Volunteer will also assist our Hawai’i Natural History Association staff with maintaining the sales area and operating a cash register and credit card machine.

CONTACT INFO:sharon_ringsven@nps.gov 808-572-4487

DATE AVAILABLE: 5/20/2005 - 8/20/2005




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