Volunteer Handbook

Group of volunteers in rain gear stand on the trail.

NPS Photo, Kevin Bacher

The Volunteer Handbook provides imformation for Mount Rainier volunteers and those interested in learning more about volunteering.

 

Program Overview

 

Volunteer Position Descriptions

Mount Rainier has volunteers working in almost every division of the park doing so many different things that it would be impossible to list all our volunteer positions but here is some information about those that are most popular. Check our current volunteer opportunities page to see what positions are accepting applications (not all positions below are currently available).

 

Volunteer Rights, Responsibilities, and Benefits

 

Documentation (It's Important!)

 

Logistics of Volunteering

 

Safety and Emergency Procedures

Safety is our top priority at Mount Rainier National Park and it is important that all staff and volunteers are informed of and comply to all current safety standards. Here you will find general safety information but your supervisor should provide you with adequate training, best safety practices, and necessary equipment for your specific task. If you do not feel like you can do the job safely, you have the right to refuse the task.

 

Volunteer Review and Completion

 

Trainings and Resources

Knowledge is power and there's always more to learn! Certain positions such as Meadow Rovers and community science projects will have mandatory trainings for those specific roles. Other volunteer roles such as trail work may not have any training beyond basic safety instruction. Below are resources available to all volunteers who want to learn more about the park, develop develope new skills, and continue their growth as a volunteer.

Special Topic Seminars
Throughout the summer season the Volunteer Program will be facilitating a series of mini trainings on a variety of topics presented by park staff and other volunteers in their area of expertise. These trainings are usually one to two hours and might be a formal presentation, a hands on activity, or a field trip. We offer these various times throughout the summer on both sides of the park. To see what topics are being offered when, see the Volunteer Calendar.

Volunteer Training Drive
If you have a Google Account you can access our VIP Training Drive that has resources compliled from various park trainings, special topic seminars, and partner organizations on a variety of topics.

If you have a request for additional training materials or a Special Topic Seminar, contact the Volunteer Program.

Last updated: February 12, 2025

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