Volunteers are vital partners supporting the operation of California State Parks. They are often the first and may be the only official representative of the park that a guest encounters on their visit. Additionally, volunteers are vital to working behind the scenes caring for our natural and cultural resources, helping maintain park infrastructure, and assisting staff with administrative tasks. Our amazing Volunteers in Parks Program (VIPP) volunteers are truly some of the most valuable resources in our parks, and without their passion and dedication to supporting critical functions, State Parks would not be able to successfully execute its mission.  As one park staff member who works with volunteers recently observed “volunteers make the memories that last a lifetime.”  Whether serving in a public-facing role, or working diligently behind the scenes, this sentiment is reflective of the great value our volunteers bring to our parks.

The information above can be found on the official website of California State Parks Volunteer Portal. For more details about the organization and to find out how you can volunteer, please visit their website: https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=886