Sponsoring Program: Garner State Park

Openings available

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the beautiful and busy Garner State Park.
During your stay, take advantage of the Frio Canyon's scenic beauty, wildlife, and crystal-clear waters of the Frio River.

This position is open for 1 to 6 months. In exchange for 24 hours of volunteer work per week, we'll provide you with a full hookup site (50 amp) for your RV.

the main duties/expectations of a maintenance host are:

· Assist with projects in the field related to regular maintenance and repair of facilities.
· Monitor day use area for litter. ALL park hosts are expected to assist with litter pickup in day use.
· Collect cans from recycling bins and transport to trailer at maintenance area
· Interact with park visitors in a courteous and professional manner
· Maintain living quarters in compliance with park rules and regulations
· Communicate after hours needs/issues to appropriate park staff/law enforcement

· Examples of Maintenance Projects

o Mowing/weed eating grounds

o Sign painting

o Screen repair on shelters

o Trail Maintenance

o Picnic table assembly

o Painting/Pressure washing facilities and buildings

o Minor Repairs to facilities and buildings

o Tree trimming in mowed areas and around buildings

o Assist field staff with special projects as needed



FYI: Only AT&T cell service is available in the park, and wireless internet is available at 2 park locations. Our water is very hard (full of calcium and minerals) and will likely require you to install additional water filters on your RV.