Drop-In Volunteering

No-hassle, low-commitment volunteering: just show up

We provide training and equipment on-site

Drop in and lend a hand in restoring and preserving our national park

 

Volunteers working in the field

Drop-In at the Volunteer Office

Drop-in volunteering provides hassle-free opportunities at Indiana Dunes. With no previous experience or sign-up required, drop-ins are perfect for those with just a few hours of free time or those visiting the dunes for the weekend.

Join us every third Saturday at the Park Connection office (618 N Mineral Springs Rd) from 9am to 12pm for drop-in volunteering. Projects vary by date and season, but can include working with invasive species, land and building restoration, or preparing for special events.

 

Volunteers picking up trash on the beach

Trash Trekkers

You can also volunteer through Trash Trekkers, a drop-in litter clean up program. Simply check in at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags, then choose from one of our many beaches or hiking trails to collect trash. Visitors are awarded with a free, reusable water bottle for filling up their bags.

 

The Park Connection

"Connecting People To The Park"
To start volunteering or for any questions, contact The Park Connection Office by calling [phone] or sending us an email. For emergencies, please call 1-800-PARK-TIP (1-800-727-5847).