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Group Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Group at the Park

Volunteers In Parks

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Individuals as well as groups are welcome to sign up to help with stewardship projects to help preserve the natural, cultural, and recreational resources at Valley Forge Park.

Join us at one of our four annual stewardship events, fun for all ages and skill levels. For those of you who are interested in single-day group opportunities, please contact the volunteer program manager to set-up a work day (must contact no less than three-weeks in advance).

Recurring individual volunteer opportunities. Can be found on our volunteer home page.
Thank you in advance for your support!

 
Silhouette of four hikers along a trail with associated text below, "American Hiking Society, National Trails Day"

National Trails Day®
June 1, 2013 | 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Do your body, mind, and soul a favor by rounding up your closest friends and family and hitting the trail for the National Trails Day® celebration! Organizations and individuals all across the country are hosting a variety of fun outdoor activities, clinics, exhibits, and stewardship projects so YOU can enjoy the outdoors.

Here at Valley Forge you can take part in the celebration of trails by joining park staff, partners, and other trails enthusiasts at the Betzwood Picnic Area for a day of educational hikes, an environmental, conservation, and health & fitness fair, and a display of the latest outdoor equipment and gear. Connect with the local trails systems or volunteer to show your support for the trails.

Schedule of Events

 
To learn more and to sign up as a volunteer, contact:
Ernestine White
Parkwide Volunteer Program Manager
610-783-1029
e-mail us
Group recurring volunteer opportunities are also available.

Did You Know?

People walking and biking along the Schuylkill River Trail.

You can jump on your bike at the Art Museum in center-city Philadelphia and ride the Schuylkill River Trail 20 miles to Valley Forge, and beyond. The Schuylkill River Trail and numerous connecting trails are constantly expanding, making it easy to walk or bike to the park.