Ft.Stanwix NM's volunteer cannon crew. NPS PHOTO

The Volunteers In Parks (VIP) program in the National Park Service is an integral part of daily operations in the 390 plus parks in the system. Volunteers bring expertise, and often allow the parks to offer more diverse programming to the public.

The VIP program at Fort Stanwix NM has had a long and rich history, starting with the creation of the Fort Stanwix Garrison volunteer organization back in 1975. Since then, VIP's have helped the park to share its stories with visitors from all over the United States and all over the world as well.

The many volunteer opportunities are available at Fort Stanwix NM include:

Interpretation-Meet and greet visitors and share the park's stories while working in one of two visitor contact areas, or become a member of the fort's garrison and "bring history to life" by taking part in various 18th century living history programs with the public.

Maintenance-Help out with the daily upkeep of the park. This could involve anything from moving lawns to helping repair a reproduction 18th century cannon!

Clerical/Administration-From time to time help is needed in getting press releases and informal mailings out to the public. Additional clerical needs might arise from special projects as well.