Volunteer Program

 

The Park Connection

“Connecting People To The Park”

Office: 618 N Mineral Springs Rd, Porter, IN 46304
Located near the Bailly/Chellberg trail head
Hours: Every Wednesday, 9am-3pm
Phone: [phone]
Email: e-mail us

 

Indiana Dunes' volunteer program offers a variety of volunteering opportunities for individuals and groups of all ages and abilities to serve alongside park employees. Click through our opportunities below to learn more. Simply contact us and we will find your place in the park.

To find out about volunteer opportunities in other National Parks and/or other government agencies, visit https://www.volunteer.gov/

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ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE

Be a part of a rich heritage of artists who inspire and move others to preserve the dunes

Live and create art along the lakeshore for two weeks

 

BARK Ranger AMBASSADORS

Be a BARK Ranger Ambassador and volunteer with your four-legged friends

Educate visitors on how to handle pets in the national parks

 

Beach Cruisers

Monitor the park's beach shoreline

Educate the public of beach rules and regulations

 

CORPORATE & BUSINESS

Help play an important role for our local and regional community

Engage employees in projects around the park

 

Campground Host

Be the "eyes and ears" of the park by watching over Dunewood Campground

Live on-site during the camping season

 

Citizen Science

Become a citizen scientist to assist in scientific research used across the nation

Join the FeederWatch Program, integrated Monarch Monitoring Program, or Chronolog Environmental Monitoring

 

Drop-In volunteering

No registration, minimum-age, special skills, or commitment necessary

Park provides training and equipment on site

 

Railroad Crew

Present a new appreciation of the national parks to train riders and enthusiasts

Advocate for public transportation use and history

 

River Crew

Enhance the recreational use of the Little Calumet River

Participate in river restoration and recreational development

 

Scout Programs

Participate in a variety of organized educational or service projects

Embrace our park's natural and cultural resources

 

Seasonal Volunteers

Become a part of the park team

Help with educational programs, resource management, and other park operations

 

Service Learning

Learn new skills while giving back

Students of all ages, from grade school to post-grad, are welcome

Get involved in areas of the park that interest you most

 

Special Events

Contribute to the success of our festivals and special events

Work with rangers as you interact with visitors and learn about park history

 

The Chellberg Farm Crew

Get your hands dirty work on the historic Chellberg Farm

Share your love of animals and outdoor gardening

 

Trail Crew

Explore our park while keeping our trails safe

Get hands-on experience reporting, repairing, and maintaining trails

 

Volunteer Resources & Documents

Click Here

Volunteer Handbook
Hours Sheet (PDF) - submit every month to your supervisor and to [e-mail]
Monthly Volunteer Newsletter Signup 
Volunteer Orientation Video

 

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).