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Carlsbad Caverns National ParkTemple of the Sun in the Big Room of Carlsbad Cavern.
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Volunteer

Volunteers-In-Parks (VIPs)
Volunteers come from all over the world to help preserve and protect America’s natural and cultural heritage for the enjoyment of this and future generations. Volunteers of all ages give of their time and expertise to help achieve the National Park Service mission.

The protection, preservation and interpretation of Carlsbad Caverns National Park’s world-class resources would not be possible without the help of volunteers! Volunteer positions are coordinated locally through the park’s volunteer coordinator. For information on current volunteer opportunities, contact:

Volunteer Coordinator
Carlsbad Caverns National Park
3225 National Parks Highway
Carlsbad, New Mexico 88220

505.785.3097

For more information on volunteering in the national parks, visit www.nps.gov/volunteer.

Student Conservation Association (SCAs)
Many park volunteers work through the Student Conservation Association. For more information, visit www.thesca.org.

Jim White, Amelia Earhart and others at Carlsbad Cave National Monument in 1928.  

Did You Know?
The first "official" and very influential book on Jim White's adventures in Carlsbad Cavern was written in 1930 by a newsman who at best would today be called a tabloid journalist.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 16:52 EST