Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - Support Your Park (U.S. National Park Service)

After experiencing the natural beauty and learning about the cultural history of Sleeping Bear Dunes, many people are drawn to find ways to get involved in supporting the park. No matter what your skills or the amount of time available to contribute, you will be able to find a way to get involved.

First of all, be sure to leave the Park in at least as good condition as when you arrived. Visit our Leave No Trace page for more information. Many of the things you can do to keep the Park beautiful are obvious, but there are some little things that you might not think of that can make a big difference.

Stop by one of the Visitor Centers in the Park to browse the books and merchandise that will help you learn more about the natural and cultural heritage of the area. Buy a souvenir to remember your trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes. Learn more about the Bookstore by clicking on the link.

To view more NPS volunteer opportunities, go to www.nps.gov/volunteer or www.volunteer.gov/gov

Kerry Kelly 2005

Volunteers work in many areas of the Park. Here, a volunteer leads a tour at the US Coast Guard Station Boathouse.

Check into our Volunteer In Park program to put your skills to work directly in the Park. Did you know that during the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, over 850 people and groups volunteered 29,595 hours to park operations and programs in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore? There are a wide array of volunteer jobs that range from a few hours to a regular commitment.

There are several organizations that work in cooperation with Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore to maintain and improve the Park and enhance your experience when visiting. Learn more about the Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes and consider joining by visiting Join Our Friends.

Interested in learning more about the Manitou Islands, preserving our cultural heritage, the arts, or our natural environment? Click on our Park Partners page to learn more about the organizations that work with the Park. Consider visiting them to learn more and supporting the ones that match your interest.