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Longhorn Cavern State Park is looking for a park host volunteer to stay on-site and assist in all aspects of maintenance and cleaning duties, including (but not limited to) the following: Lawn and grounds care, grounds equipment maintenance, security (including gate operations), and trash collection.
The park host will be provided a campsite with 50/30 amp power, water, and sewer. The host will be required to complete a minimum of 24 volunteer hours per week.
Don't miss this great opportunity to stay on site and work in one of the most unique places in Texas. Applicants must be 18 years or older; some plumbing and electrical experience preferred. Criminal background check required.
Program: Longhorn Cavern State Park
Contact Person: Shawn Greene
Contact Phone: (512) 793-2022 x230
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Want to follow in the footsteps of the Civilian Conservation Corps? Join our team of trail workers to keep our park in tip top shape! Requirements:Must be at least 18 years old. Or be accompanied by a guardian if under 18.Must pass Criminal Background Check (at no cost to you).Must fill out an Alternative Workforce Waiver (at the time of application).After you've been accepted and contacted by the Volunteer Coordinator log volunteer hours and follow/utilize all PPE.
Program: Buescher State Park
Contact Person: Madalyn Miller
Contact Phone: (512) 718-0211
Want to follow in the footsteps of the Civilian Conservation Corps? Join our team of trail workers to keep our park in tip top shape! Requirements:Must be at least 18 years old. Or have a guardian present if under 18.Must pass Criminal Background Check (at no cost to you).Must fill out an Alternative Workforce Waiver (at the time of application).After you've been accepted and contacted by the Volunteer Coordinator, we can get you started!
Program: Bastrop State Park
Come join our team and experience life beneath the pines at Bastrop State Park! Spend your fall and/or winter in the scenic Lost Pines of Bastrop and help contribute to your Texas State Parks. Willing and eager with a can-do attitude? Then we want you! Bastrop State Park is looking for motivated couples or individuals to come enjoy the wonderful smell of loblolly pines while helping our superior park staff with daily park needs. Park Hosts assist in many aspects of park operations from maintenance, cleaning, visitor assistance, and interpretive programming.Ideal team members will have a positive and friendly attitude, a willingness to interact with visitors, good communication skills, and be capable of being flexible. The host position is for 2 to 6 months and requires at least 25 hours of volunteer work per week. In exchange for those hours we will provide you with a full hookup site (50 amp) at no charge! We also provide access to a washer and dryer facility! Also enjoy wonderful shopping and dining experiences in historic downtown Bastrop as it is only a five minute drive away from the park! With nearby cities of Austin and San Antonio that provide other day off opportunities! Duties of the Park Host *Required**Clean and Maintain Bathrooms* Oversee and Maintain their Campground Loop - Includes but is not limited to > Trash Pick up of Entire Loop> Cleaning out Fire Rings> Mow/Weed Eat Entire Camping Loop > De-Weed Tent Pads* Assist with Historic CCC Cabin Cleaning * Assist Visitors * Splitting Wood Other Duties Include but are not Limited To- Assist with Grounds Maintenance of Park- Assist with Interpretive Tours/Hikes and Programs- Assist with Miscellaneous Tasks, Projects and Programs*Minimum 25 hours a week with mainly days off other than weekends * *Must be willing and capable of cleaning bathrooms and cabins**Applicants need to be available at least 2 consecutive months and will have the option to stay up to 6 months**Must be at least 18 years old.* *Must pass a Criminal Background Check*
*****Openings starting May 1st. Priority given to Park Hosts who can join our team for 6 months!*****Come join our team and experience life beneath the beautiful Spanish moss at Buescher State Park! Spend your fall / winter /spring / summer seasons tucked away in this little hidden jewel of Central Texas and help contribute to your Texas State Parks.Willing and eager with a can-do attitude? Then we want you! Buescher State Park is looking for motivated couples or individuals to come enjoy this very unique, beautiful, and peaceful area while helping our superior park staff with daily park needs.Park Hosts assist in many aspects of park operations from maintenance, cleaning, visitor assistance, and interpretive programming. Ideal team members will have a positive and friendly attitude, a willingness to interact with visitors, good communication skills, and be capable of being flexible. The host position is for 2 to 6 months and requires at least 25 hours of volunteer work per week. In exchange for those hours we will provide you with a full hookup site (30 amp, no 50 amp sites) at no charge! We also provide access to a washer and dryer facility! Also enjoy wonderful shopping and dining experiences in historic downtown Smithville as it is only a six minute drive away from the park! Historic Downtown Bastrop is only a 15 minute drive away! With nearby cities of Austin and San Antonio that provide other day off opportunities!Enjoy hiking, biking, fishing and canoeing at this little piece of heaven!Duties of the Park Host *Required* *Clean and Maintain Bathrooms * Oversee and Maintain their Campground Loop - Includes but is not limited to > Trash Pick up of Entire Loop > Cleaning out Fire Rings > Mow/Weed Eat Entire Camping Loop > De-Weed Tent Pads * Assist with Historic CCC Cabin Cleaning * Assist Visitors * Splitting Wood Other Duties Include but are not Limited To - Assist with Grounds Maintenance of Park - Assist Front Office Staff - Assist with Interpretive Tours/Hikes and Programs - Assist with Miscellaneous Tasks, Projects and Programs *Minimum 25 hours a week with mainly days off other than weekends * *Must be willing and capable of cleaning bathrooms and cabins* *Applicants need to be available at least 2 consecutive months and will have the option to stay up to 6 months* *Must be at least 18 years old.* *Must pass a Criminal Background Check*
Help us maintain our beautiful trail system. This includes all levels of trail maintenance from trash pickup to more advanced skills.
Program: Palmetto State Park
Contact Person: Jason True
Contact Phone: (830) 672-3266
Love Texas heat? Love Texas State Parks? Blanco State Park is looking for volunteers with maintenance, electrical work, carpentry or manual labor experience and a love for state parks to support the maintenance team. Your time, energy, and skills will support the park team in managing and conserving the park's natural and cultural resources and keep the park safe and usable for visitors. This position assists park staff with day to day operations of a state park. Duties may include, operating mowers, weed-eaters and chainsaws, firewood collection, cleaning restrooms, cleaning campsites, completing visitor use surveys, trash collection, and light repairs. Shifts may vary, primarily daytime, but always include one Saturday or Sunday each week. May also be responsible for care of Wildlife Viewing Station. Volunteers will receive safety and equipment training and will learn about park maintenance operations. Positions are available throughout the week. A criminal background check is required. Benefits: In exchange for a minimum of 25 volunteer hours per week, you are provided with a 50 amp full hook-up. You also receive the opportunity to play a critical role in the conservation and stewardship of the natural and cultural resources of Texas! Call for available dates or additional details.
Program: Blanco State Park
Contact Person: Daniel Kellogg
Contact Phone: (830) 833-4333
NOTE: **ABK DOES NOT HAVE PARK HOST opportunities at this time.**Position-Site Assistant, Supervisor- Site Superintendent, Responsibilities-Various Plant and Animal Surveys, Fence Repair, Brush Clearing, Site Cleanup, Program Development, Outreach Events, Grounds Maintenance, Preparations for Future Public Opening of Site Requirements-Pass Criminal Background Check, Desired Qualifications-Commitment to Conserving and Managing Natural/Cultural Resources, Use of Various Tools and Equipment, Comfortable Speaking with Public, Natural/Cultural History Knowledge, Support for TPWD's Mission Time Required-Open, Training-Orientation
Program: Albert and Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area
Contact Person: James Rice
Contact Phone: (853) 548-9622
This opportunity is for Ambassador Alumni to log all volunteer hours after the successful completion of their Ambassadorship.
Program: Ambassador Program
Contact Person: Louisa Torrance
Contact Phone: (512) 550-8425
Thank you for your interest in becoming a certified Angler Education Instructor. To find a free workshop in your area, check the TPWD Calendar and contact the workshop coordinator listed to register. Upon completion of the workshop, your application will be processed and you will receive confirmation via email within 30 days. If you do not see a workshop in your region, please contact our office.
Program: Angler Education
Contact Person: Karen Marks, Aquatic Education Manager
Contact Phone: (512) 389-4732
Apply to volunteer with the Balcones-Canyonlands Master Naturalists - in the Travis County area.View our website
Program: Balcones Canyonlands Master Naturalists
Contact Person: Balcones Canyonland
Contact Phone: (512) 779-1917
Apply to volunteer with the Capital Area Master Naturalists (CAMN) serving mainly Travis county with opportunities in Hays, Williamson, Bastrop, Burnet, Blanco and Caldwell Counties. Regular chapter meetings are on the last Wednesday of each month with the exception of November and December. Regular meetings are open to the public, starting with a 6:30pm meet and greet, meeting topic at 7pm. We meet at the Austin Nature and Science Center near Zilker Park. More details http://camn.org/calendarVisit our website.Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/capitalareamasternaturalists/Twitter: @CapAreaMN
Program: Capital Area Master Naturalists
Contact Person: CAMN
Contact Phone: (512) 974-3888
Apply to volunteer with the Good Water Master Naturalists - in the Williamson County area.We meet on the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m.at the Williamson County Texas A&M AgriLife Meeting Rooms at 3151 SE Inner Loop in Georgetown. Visit our website.
Program: Good Water Master Naturalists
Contact Person: Good Water
Contact Phone:
Apply to volunteer with the Hays County Master Naturalists - in the Hays County area.We typically meet on the 4th Thursday of each month. Please visit our website for details.
Program: Hays County Master Naturalists
Contact Person: Hays County
Apply to volunteer with the Highland Lakes Master Naturalists - in the Burnet County area.We meet on Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 4, Apr 1, May 6, Aug 5, Sept 2, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2 Annual Awards. Visit our website.
Program: Highland Lakes Master Naturalists
Contact Person: Highland Lakes
"Keeping the Hill Country Native." Texas Master Naturalist, Hill Country Chapter serves Bandera, Edwards, Gillespie, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble, Mason, Menard, Real, and San Saba counties. Members receive comprehensive training in natural resource management specific to the Texas Hill Country and share their knowledge to promote conservation and good stewardship in their communities. Everyone is welcome at our meetings and presentations on fourth Mondays (except Aug/Dec) at UGRA in Kerrville. Socializing at 6:30pm; program at 7:00. Want to join a group of friendly folks who love nature and the Texas Hill Country? Explore our site for details, then email questions to our Membership Director. We look forward to hearing from you!
Program: Hill Country Master Naturalists
Contact Person: Hill
Apply to volunteer with the Lindheimer Master Naturalists - in the Comal County area.We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Visit our website.
Program: Lindheimer Master Naturalists
Contact Person: Lindheimer Texas Master Naturalists
this is for USA Level 1 or 2 Archery certification classes
Program: Community Archery North TX
Contact Person:
Attention Astronomers! Our Interpretive Ranger is searching for friendly folks to help her with night sky programs in the future. When we host star parties at the park attendance can often reach upwards of 100 people! We're thankful so many love the night sky, but with only one telescope it can be a challenge to support that many people.We are also in the process of becoming the first state park in Texas with an Urban Night Sky Place status from International Dark-Sky Association. One of the requirements of that status is sharing the night sky with the public. That's where you come in!If you:1. Have a telescope you don't mind allowing members of the public to look through2. Can successfully operate your telescope to find objects in the night sky3. Are excited about sharing your astronomy knowledge with people from all walks of life/experience levels4. Are friendly and patientFill out an application and become a McKinney Falls Astronomy Assistant! It would be stellar to have you on our team 🤩🌒⭐️️🔭Volunteers must be 18 years or older. You must clear a criminal background check (at no cost to you). The expectation would be to volunteer one evening every other month.
Program: McKinney Falls State Park
Contact Person: Kristen Williams
Contact Phone: (512) 243-1643
Assist the public with a positve attitude.Going over paperwork, and rules. Along with checking in/out canoe, kayak, and paddle boats.
Program: Inks Lake State Park
Contact Person: Sue Smith
Contact Phone: (512) 793-2033
