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Mile high views. Dark night skies. Great hiking and birding. Rich CCC history and the iconic Indian Lodge. Literally the coolest campground in Texas. Find it all at Davis Mountains State Park!Join us as a volunteer and find magic in the Big Bend Region of Texas while helping to provide a memorable experience for our visitors. We have 4 park host sites, and each includes full hook-up site- sewer, water/50 amp, cable, picnic table. Minimum commitment of 1 month, maximum of 2 month at a time for those new to our park. Basic duties include: campground checks, bird blind feeding, light restroom and campgrounds maintenance, customer service. 30 hrs/week/couple, 25 hrs/week/individual. Work days/shifts may vary but can usually be tailored to park host's schedules.Help our team steward and protect this unique Texas State Park for use today and by future generations. You can spend time in a beautiful place while assisting the park with critical operations. Volunteers are our greatest natural resource!
To meet our business needs, we are looking for park hosts who can go beyond basic campground duties to contribute in one of the following areas: - maintenance support and projects- front desk duties- interpretation (leading walks and talks)
Requirements: Must be 18 or over Required: Criminal Background Check, ATV online training. Optional: Completion of Distracted Driving course. FYI- most of the park does not have cell service other than Verizon booster at HQ. Service IS available on the top of park road or 4 miles away in Fort Davis. WIFI is available at several hotspots in the park.
Program: Davis Mountains State Park
Contact Person: Tyler Priest
Contact Phone: (432) 426-3337 x301
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Mile high views. Dark night skies. Great hiking and birding. Rich CCC history and the iconic Indian Lodge. Literally the coolest campground in Texas. Find it all at Davis Mountains State Park!Join us as a volunteer and find magic in the Big Bend Region of Texas while helping to provide a memorable experience for our visitors. We have 4 park host sites, and each includes full hook-up site- sewer, water/50 amp, cable, picnic table. Minimum commitment of 1 month, maximum of 2 months at a time for those new to our park. Basic duties include: campground checks, bird blind feeding, light restroom and campgrounds maintenance, customer service. 30 hrs/week/couple, 25 hrs/week/individual. Work days/shifts may vary but can usually be tailored to park host's schedules.Help our team steward and protect this unique Texas State Park for use today and by future generations. You can spend time in a beautiful place while assisting the park with critical operations. Volunteers are our greatest natural resource!To meet our business needs, we are looking for park hosts who can go beyond basic campground duties to contribute in one of the following areas: - maintenance support and projects- front desk duties- interpretation (leading walks and talks)Requirements: Must be 18 or over Required: Criminal Background Check, ATV online training. Optional: Completion of Distracted Driving course. FYI- most of the park does not have cell service other than Verizon booster at HQ. Service IS available on the top of park road or 4 miles away in Fort Davis. WIFI is available at several hotspots in the park.
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 become a member and volunteer with the Tierra Grande Master Naturalists. The Tierra Grande chapter covers primarily Brewster, Jeff Davis and Presidio counties in the Big Bend region.We meet quarterly.Visit our website
Program: Tierra Grande Master Naturalists
Contact Person: Tierra Grande
Contact Phone:
Apply to volunteer with the Trans Pecos Master Naturalists. We work in the Trans Pecos region of west Texas.Find out more about us here.
Program: Trans-Pecos Master Naturalists
Contact Person: Trans Pecos Chapter
Contact Phone: (915) 771-2354
this is for USA Level 1 or 2 Archery certification classes
Program: Community Archery North TX
Contact Person:
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site is looking for a campground Host, a single/couple to volunteer 5 days a week, weekends and certain holidays a must.Campground host daily duties:-Provide a warm friendly greeting to park's day and overnight visitors.-Keep up-to-date on current information; avaliabilty of tours, hazardous weather.-Instruct visitor of self pay stations (after hours payment system). Volunteers at this park will not be authorized to handle money.-Direct overnight users to camping area and specific sites.-Perform campsite checks twice in morning (8/10) and twice in afternoon (2/4:30).-Clean and sanitize campground Restroom Shower Building.Depending on applicants experiences:-Assist Interpretive Ranger with interpretive on-site activitiies and events-Be a Texas State Park Promoter, (must show positive and reliant desicion making to travel by oneself) to off-site locations to set up information, education and outreach booths.-Assist with standard maintenance operations.In exchange for a minium of 24 volunteer hours a week, the park will provide a level concrete pad campsite with 30 amp electric, water and sewage hook-ups. Wi-Fi is provided through out the park, (spotty during inclement weather). A full size refridgerator/freezer and washer & dryer at the maintenance building (1 mile from campsite). -Applicant must have the following before a volunteer opportunity offer can be made:1) successfully pass a Texas-performed Criminal Background Check2) have a valid state driver license and personal vehicle*Volunteer coordinator will inform potential volunteer of pass/fall crimainal background check and will validate your state's drivers license and historyWhen offer is made and accepted, the applicant will be given training with certifcate for the following:To drive Texas owned vehicle and UTVsA) UTV, utility terrain vehicleB) National Safety Council's Distracted Driving Course*Other traing oprtunities may include:First Aid/CPR/AEDTour Guide/Interpretive CURRENTLY AN INTEREST LIST FOR:January February March April May June July August September October November December
Program: Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site
Contact Person: Tanya Petruney
Contact Phone: (432) 292-4464
Compadres del Rancho Grande (CDRG) is the official 501(c)3 non-profit organization working with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) to promote and sustain this amazing resource.Our Mission is to provide resources to support and sustain the parks, enhance visitor experiences, and educate the public on the wonders of the parks and the importance of their natural and cultural resources.Compadres volunteers help meet the needs of the Big Bend Ranch State Park Complex through fundraising, volunteering, outreach, and education. Sign up to volunteer on the board or help with events and programs on an as needed basis. Projects may include special event organization, conducting/supporting educational programs, fundraising and networking, assistance with park operations, etc.
Program: Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Contact Person: Amber Harrison
Contact Phone: (432) 424-3327
Big Bend Ranch State Park is now a Gold-tier Dark Sky Park recognized by the International Dark Sky Association. This designation means that the night sky over BBRSP has not been affected by light pollution and is dark enough to see astronomical features such as the Milky Way that can no longer be seen in many urban areas. In an effort to monitor the quality of the night sky at the park, we are looking for amateur and/or professional astronomers and astrophotographers to observe and document the sky from various locations in the park.
Volunteers will adopt a location and take observations or images once or twice a year. Observations and images will be used to monitor sky quality and used in public programs to raise awareness about light pollution and the importance of natural dark skies.Camp fees and/or park entrance fees may be waived for volunteers who sign up and provide the park with observations and/or images. All data will be appropriately managed and credited if presented to the public.
Do you have a passion for nature and the outdoors?If you enjoy talking and learing about nature and being outside in the beautiful San Felipe Creek this opporunity is for you! Work with park interpreter to present interpretive programs and instruction that will engage student in learning and caring for nature. As an Outreach Volunteer you will be able to share your passion by assisting with:Leave No Trace, Fishing 101, Aquatic Science, Aquatic Wild, Native Plant and Wildlife Identification.We are hoping to have several events in Del Rio,Texas. We will have about 50 students at each event, will divide the lesson/talks/presentation to about 10-12 students per presenation and rotate them from one presenter to another.Will provide an on hand training session in May 2019.
Program: Devils River State Natural Area-North Unit
Contact Person: Nora Padilla
Under the direction of park staff, volunteer performs general facilities maintenance, assists with special events, and may assist with the upkeep of the multi-use trails at Big Bend Ranch State Park. Housing is not provided, but camping or RV accommodations may be made.
Program: Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Contact Person: Laura Jennings
Contact Phone: (432) 229-3613
Monahans Sandhills State Park is looking for volunteers to assist with maintenance, landscaping, electrical and carpenentry projects. Your time, skills and energy would be greatly appreciated. Volunteers would recieve safety and equipment training and learn about park maintenance operations. A back ground check must be completed and approved.
Program: Monahans Sandhills State Park
Contact Person: Roma Chavez
Contact Phone: (432) 943-2092
Assist park staff with small scale park projects depending on your skills and experience.This opportunty includes but not limited to construction, caprenrty, electrical, painting, hiking trail maintenance, habitat restoriation, vegatation control and tree clearing.Please contact the park's volunteer coordinator for more details.In exchange for 24 volunteer hours a week, the park will provide a level concrete pad campsite with 30/50 amp electric, water/sewage hook-ups and WI-FI.A full size refridgerator/freezer and washer & dryer located nearby (site is beside our maintenance building).Note: -This is a minimal 1 month commitment, may be extended as needed.-Off duty days maybe assigned based on needs of the park.Applicant must have the following before a volunteer offer can be made:1) successfully pass a Texas-performed Criminal Background Check2) have a valid U.S. state driver license* Volunteer coordinator will inform potential volunteer of pass/fail criminal background check and will validate your state's driver license and history.When offer is made and accepted, the applicant will be given training with certification for the following:To drive a park-owned vehicle and UTVsA) UTV, utility terrain vehicleB) National Safety Council's Distracted Driving CourseC) other trainnigs may include: chainsaw operations, and First AID/CPR/AED
Guided Hike Leader - With over 100 miles of trails, Franklin Mountains State Park offers abundant oportunities for hiking and exploration. Aid park staff by guiding educational and interpretive hikes for school groups and the public. This opportunity is open year round. Contact the park for additional information.
Program: Franklin Mountains State Park
Contact Person: Lydia Pagel
Contact Phone: (915) 566-6441
Removal of all Litter/Trash from Park Facilities and Grounds at McKelligon Canyon, Tom Mays Unit, Smugglers Pass, Tin Mines Unit, and/or Hitt Canyon. Contact Park for more specific details.
Assist Park by helping to maintain over 100 miles of trails. Trail Maintenance is an endless opportunity to work outside and assist in the upkeep of Park Trails. Areas of concern are: erosion control, debris removal, GPS-ing, trail marking and trail rerouting. Contact Park for more specific details. This Opportuninity is available year round on a daily basis.
Will assist park staff with lawn mowing, weed-whacking, and other grounds duties as assigned. Will work 25 hours per week. Minimum age: 17 (If under 18 the volunteer will need to print out a Parental Release Form and bring a signed copy to the park headquarters). This opportunity is avaible year round. A criminal background check is required. Contact the park for more information about this opportunity.
Program: Balmorhea State Park
Contact Person: Edith Pena
Contact Phone: (432) 375-2370
Guiding of public tours assigned by the park. 2-day training course required; spots in training class limited. Call park for more information.
Program: Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site
Contact Person: Nicole Roque
Contact Phone: (915) 857-1135
This opportunity is for Hueco Tanks volunteers who wish to help the Maintenance rangers with anything from trail maintenance to vehicle and building maintenance.
Assists park staff during special events for the public. Call park for more information.
Volunteers needed at Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site to assist with the Key 4 Classroom at the Canyon, a local school program. This includes set up/break down of stations, helping instructors during activities and chaperoning the students. Parents are encouraged to volunteer and be active in their child's education. NOTE: This is to volunteer with Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site, not the school. Must successfully pass criminal background check.
Only certified TPWD NASP or USA Archery instructor volunteers may sign up for this opportunity. If you are not currently certified, please contact Burnie Kessner at burnie.kessner@tpwd.texas.gov. Please report NASP archery activity here on the survey. Please report Explore Bowhunting, Explore Bowfishing and other non-NASP archery activity at "Community Archery Education Classes and Events" or "Houston Community Archery Education Classes and Events."
Program: National Archery in the Schools
Contact Person: Burnie Kessner
Contact Phone: (281) 793-5135
Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Big Bend Ranch State Park, by giving your park trails some much needed TLC. Date: Saturday, September 22, 2018Time: 8:30am-1pmMeet: Sauceda HQWear: pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes, hatBring: water bottle, snacks, lunch, gloves, positive attitudeWe will provide the trail tools, and water. All minors, 17 years of age and younger, must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. More information will become available closer to the event day. Questions? Contact Brandi Heasley at Brandi.Heasley@tpwd.texas.gov
Program: Big Bend Ranch State Park
Contact Person: Brandi Heasley
Contact Phone: (432) 358-4444
Mile high views. Dark night skies. Great hiking and birding. Rich CCC history and the historic Indian Lodge. Literally the coolest campground in Texas. Find it all at Davis Mountains State Park!
Join us as a volunteer park host and find magic in the Big Bend Region of Texas while helping to provide a memorable experience for our visitors. This park host position includes full hook-up site- sewer, water/50 amp, cable, picnic table. Basic duties include: campground checks, bird blind feeding, light restroom and campgrounds maintenance, customer service. This host site involves assisting the park programming with 5 hours of interpretation/week in addition to regular duties. 30 hrs/week/couple, 25 hrs/week/individualRegular schedule: 2 days on, 4 days off (may vary) Benefit: The knowledge that you are stewarding and protecting Texas State Parks for use today and by future generations. This position allows you to conduct some interpretive programs (experience in conducting programs is preferred) and allows for maintenance work as well. You can receive training in interpretation as needed, and access to resources and tools to continue to learn about the natural and cultural resources of the park. You can spend time in a beautiful place while assisting the park with critical operating duties. Volunteers are our greatest natural resource!Requirements: Must be 18 or over Required: Criminal Background Check, ATV online training. Optional: Completion of Distracted Driving course. FYI- park does not have cell service other than Verizon booster at HQ. Service is available on the top of the mountain road or 4 miles away in Fort Davis. WIFI available but at times unreliable.
Join us as a volunteer and find magic in the Big Bend Region of Texas while helping to provide a memorable experience for our visitors. This park host position includes full hook-up site- sewer, water/50 amp, cable, picnic table.
Basic duties include: campground checks, bird feeding, light restroom and campgrounds maintenance, customer service. This host site involves assisting the park programming with interpretation and also maintenance in addition to regular duties. 30 hrs/week/couple, 25 hrs/week/individual
Regular schedule: 2 days on, 4 days off (may vary) Benefit: The knowledge that you are stewarding and protecting Texas State Parks for use today and by future generations. This site gives you a little experience in interpretation and allows for maintenance work as well. You can receive training in interpretation as needed and access to resources and tools to continue to lear about the dynamic natural and cultural resources of the park. You can spend time in a beautiful place while assiting the park with critical operating duties. Volunteers are our greatest natural resource!
Requirements: Must be 18 or over Required: Criminal Background Check, ATV online training. Optional: Completion of Distracted Driving course FYI- park does not have cell service other than Verizon booster at HQ. Service is available on the top of the mountain road or 4 miles away in Fort Davis. WIFI available but at times unreliable.
Join us as a volunteer and find magic in the Big Bend Region of Texas while helping to provide a memorable experience for visitors. This host position includes full hook-up site- sewer, water/50 amp, cable, picnic table. Basic duties include: campground checks, bird feeding, light restroom and campgrounds maintenance, customer service. This host site involves assisting the park with 10 hours of maintenance/week in addition to regular duties. 30 hrs/week/couple, 25 hrs/week/individual.Regular schedule: 2 days on, 4 days off (may vary) Benefit: The knowledge that you are stewarding and protecting Texas State Parks for use today and by future generations. You can spend time in a beautiful place while assiting the park with critical operating duties. Volunteers are our greatest natural resource! Requirements: Must be 18 or over Required: Criminal Background Check, ATV online training. Optional: Completion of Distracted Driving course FYI- park does not have cell service other than Verizon booster at HQ. Service is available on the top of the mountain road or 4 miles away in Fort Davis. WIFI available but at times unreliable.
IMMEDIATE OPENING: Assist Park Staff as necessary with Visitor Services, Facility and Grounds upkeep and basic Campground host duties, to include cleaning restrooms, trash pickup and assisting visitors with after hours check in at Headquarters. Criminal background required. 25 Hours per week in exchange for campsite with water & electricity hookups.
Light duty maintenance, showing Park orientation video (4hrs), Oversight of campground area, Visitor Services/Assistance as necessary
Tasks will vary. Hosts will assist with day-to-day operations including visitor services, maintenance, facility clean-up, special events and other duties as needed. Tasks will be tailored to suit the skills and interests of each volunteer.
Do you love the desert? Do you want to experience some of the darkest skies in the United States and learn about border culture and history? If so, then being a park host at Fort Leaton State Historic Site may be the right fit for you!Location: Situated in the rugged Chihuahuan Desert, Fort Leaton State Historic Site is the western entrance for Big Bend Ranch State Park. This historic site is part of the Big Bend Region, located about a mile east of Presidio.What you will do: Assist park staff with all streams of park operation: maintenance, visitor orientaton, daily operations, etc. What you should know: FLSHS is located in a rugged and remote area, where temperatures during summer months can soar to ~118 degrees during the day. The nearest Wal Mart is 3.5 hours away; the same is true for hospitals. It is a rugged area that, with an open mind, can become one of your greatest and most rewarding adventures.Bats at FLSHS: There is a variety of fascinating flora and fauna within the Big Bend Region. During warm summer months, Fort Leaton is a roosting site for a colony of Mexican freetailed bats. Warm month staff and volunteer duties include sweeping bat guano and cleaning the Fort's rooms thoroughly.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a certified Project WILD Facilitator. The WILD suite includes Project WILD, Aquatic WILD, and Growing Up WILD. To find a workshop in your area, check the TPWD Calendar. If you don't find one in your area, contact the program coordinator. Only Project WILD facilitators may be assigned to this opportunity
Program: Project WILD
Contact Person: Kiki Corry
Contact Phone: (512) 389-4369
Assist Park with School groups, business groups, visitors, etc. that come to the Park. Groups may or may not have reservations. Will provide information about Park, conduct a presentation with props, explanations, demonstrations and possibly provide activities that involve participation. Depending on group type as to the level of Outreach required. Very Hands-on with the Public. Contact Park for more specific Details and Dates.
Just like people, wildlife need water too! Help us spread the message by making a presentation or hosting a free video screening of one of TPWD's "Texas the State of Water" documentary films in your community for your friends and neighbors, civic club or church. Contact us for more information or see our web site, http://texasthestateofwater.org
Program: Community Water Education
Contact Person: Melissa Alderson
Contact Phone: (512) 389-8060
Leaders can use this opportunity to fullfill the patch/badge requirements, depending on project and park needs.
The Texas Aquatic Science (TAS) curriculum is spreading across the state in classrooms from upper elementary to High School and in Informal learning sites (zoos, aquariums, nature centers and parks). TAS Facilitators should volunteer for this great opportunity. http://tpwd.texas.gov/education/resources/aquatic-science
The Buffalo Soldier Heritage and Outreach program is looking for you. The Texas Buffalo Soldiers program provides educational experiences that connect underrepresented populations with the outdoors through interpretive story telling of the Buffalo Soldiers the country's first professional African American soldiers. The Texas Buffalo Solders program brings history to life with stories, costumes and tools. At one of our programs, you can learn how to track an animal, and fish with a cane pole. The Buffalo Soldiers program is looking for volunteers of all skills and abilities, including: - Photographers and Videographers - General program assistance - Outdoor skill facilitators - Costumed interpreters.
Program: Buffalo Soldiers Heritage & Outreach Program
Contact Person: Luis Padilla
Contact Phone: (512) 389-8569
The volunteer will participate in offsite outreach events. Travel to schools, business, civic centers, libraries, and/or museums,Set up and represent an park-provided educational and outreach booth with Texas Parks and Wildlife/Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site with written material and PowerPoint presentations. Must have ability for public speaking, show positive and reliant desicion making. Must successfully pass a Texas Criminal Background Check.
Lead the scheduled Presa and/or Upper Canyons Hikes, tours that go down into Seminole Canyon, into natural rock shelters used by prehistoric to historic humans. A general knowledge of the area's natural resources such as geology, biology, and cultural resources, such as prehistoric to historic humans, archeology, railroad and local ranching. Must be able to physically lead the following strenious tours:Presa-all dayUpper-half day
Under the direction of park staff, volunteer performs general facilities maintenance, assists with special events, and may assist with the upkeep of the multi-use trails at Big Bend Ranch State Park. Housing is not provided, but camping or RV accommodations may be made as appropriate.
Far West Texas consisting of the following counties:BrewsterCraneCulbersonEctorEl PasoHudspethJeff DavisLovingPecosPresidioReevesTerrellUptonWardWinklerMidland
Program: Texas Youth Hunting Program SA
Contact Person: Nathan Pettigrew
Contact Phone: (432) 770-0104
The area consists of the following Counties: BanderaBellBexarBlancoBurnetComalCoryellCrockettEdwardsGillespieHaysKendallKerr KimbleKinneyLampasasLlanoMasonMcCullochMedinaMenardRealSan SabaSchleicherSuttonTravisUvaldeVal VerdeWilliamson
