Volunteers

youth using iNaturalist to identify a plant

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Virtual Bioblitz Launch

Mon, Jan 18, 2021, 11:00am - 12:15pm

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service 2021

Mon, Jan 18, 2021, 1:00am - Tue, Jan 19, 2021, 12:45am

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Open letter: Amid pandemic, gratitude for parklands and hard work of volunteers

Even though we have not been physically present to enjoy these comings and goings, I hope you know that all the attention and energy you have put into these lands, continues to show and brighten up the lives of many, especially during these trying times.

California Coastal Cleanup Month 2020

Help the parks by helping at near home! Join the California Coastal Commission in a month of local cleanups across California.

Alcatraz Gardens volunteers sticking together

While the Alcatraz Garden volunteers have not been able to interact with the beautiful land they care for since March 13, that hasn’t stopped them from staying connected with one another.

(CANCELED) Earth Day 2020

Sat, Apr 18, 2020, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Celebrate Earth Day and its 50th anniversary by helping out in the Golden Gate National Parks!

A volunteer carries large bags of vegetation while walking on a trail

Volunteer of the season: Meet Bob Devor, our dedicated volunteer!

Throughout the year, we enjoy expressing our gratitude to our volunteers who help steward our national parks every week, bringing their stories and a piece of their lives to our programs. We are grateful for our volunteers who have a passion for the outdoors and for spending their time with us. We’re excited to announce our Volunteer of the Season: Bob Devor!