Volunteer

Volunteer Opportunities

Colorado National Monument offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups who want to donate their time and talents to help preserve this scenic landscape.

We are recruiting for a campground host for the Saddlehorn Campground from June 18 to August 1. The announcement is here.

We would like to thank you for your interest in volunteering. Volunteer opportunities in other national parks can be found here. If you are local to Mesa County, United Way hosts a website with local volunteer opportunities.

 

Volunteers help in a variety of capacities!

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Future Opportunities

The main ongoing volunteer programs are trail ambassadors, special events, and the visitor center. Trail ambassadors hike the trails in the monument to answer questions, talk to hikers, offer advice, teach people about the monument, and monitor trail conditions and park resources.

The visitor center is often the main point of contact for people visiting the monument. Volunteers help them with planning their visit, hiking recommendations, park information, and advice. They also swear in Junior Rangers and educate people about park resources.

Throughout the year, we need volunteer help with special events. These events include the desert bighorn sheep count, the National Park Service and the monument's birthday events, Tour of the Moon bike ride, Archeology Day, and the Rim Rock Marathon.

To learn more about volunteer opportunities or to apply, contact the Volunteer Coordinator.

Colorado National Monument's Volunteer Coordinator E-mail

Mailing Address:
Colorado National Monument
1750 Rim Rock Drive
Fruita, CO 81521