![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The Park Connection“Connecting People To The Park”Office: 618 N Mineral Springs Rd, Porter, IN 46304Located near the Bailly/Chellberg trail head Hours: Every Wednesday, 9am-3pm Phone: (219) 221-7098 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/
![]() ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCEBe 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 AMBASSADORSBe a BARK Ranger Ambassador and volunteer with your four-legged friends
Educate visitors on how to handle pets in the national parks
![]() CORPORATE & BUSINESSHelp play an important role for our local and regional community
Engage employees in projects around the park
![]() Campground HostBe the "eyes and ears" of the park by watching over Dunewood Campground
Live on-site during the camping season
![]() Citizen ScienceBecome 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 volunteeringNo registration, minimum-age, special skills, or commitment necessary
Park provides training and equipment on site
![]() Railroad CrewPresent a new appreciation of the national parks to train riders and enthusiasts
Advocate for public transportation use and history
![]() River CrewEnhance the recreational use of the Little Calumet River
Participate in river restoration and recreational development
![]() Scout ProgramsParticipate in a variety of organized educational or service projects
Embrace our park's natural and cultural resources
![]() Seasonal VolunteersBecome a part of the park team
Help with educational programs, resource management, and other park operations
![]() Service LearningLearn 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 EventsContribute 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 CrewGet your hands dirty work on the historic Chellberg Farm
Share your love of animals and outdoor gardening
![]() Trail CrewExplore our park while keeping our trails safe
Get hands-on experience reporting, repairing, and maintaining trails
Volunteer Resources & Documents Volunteer Handbook
Hours Sheet (PDF) - submit every month to your supervisor and to indu_volunteer@nps.gov Monthly Volunteer Newsletter Signup Volunteer Orientation Video ![]() |
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Last updated: January 19, 2023