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*Trail Workdays | Natural Surface Trails | Throughout Montgomery Parks

Location:

Description

Volunteer Weekend Trail Workday projects are a great way to support one of Montgomery Parks most popular facilities.

The minimum age to volunteer is 15 years old, however 13 & 14 year old's may volunteer if an adult family member participates with them.

All Volunteer Trail Workdays are SSL approved.

Click on Job Details (if showing) below and then Duties and Responsibilities to learn more. Click on the Schedule tab to find a date and time that works for you. If there is no Schedule tab, we do not have any workdays at this time. If you would like to get on a mailing list for future workdays, click on Apply.

Background check required: No

Minimum age of volunteers: 13

Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning, Group, Scout, Corporate

Job Type: Event (1-7 days)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

03/22/2025 | Adaptive Mountain Biking Support Rider

Location:

26029 Prescott Road
Clarksburg, MD 20871

Description

Montgomery Parks is excited to host an Adaptive Mountain Biking Clinic in partnership with Catalyst Sports. This program is designed exclusively for individuals with disabilities to experience the thrill of mountain biking. Join us as a Volunteer Support Rider to help make an adaptive rider's experience a success.

Volunteer Tasks:
🚲 Support Rider Ride alongside participants, providing encouragement and trail assistance.
🔧 Bike Fitting & Transfers Help participants get set up on their adaptive mountain bike.
📣 Trail Support & Safety Assist with basic instruction and ensure a smooth riding experience.
No prior adaptive experience is necessary—just a love for mountain biking and a willingness to help! Our team will provide training so you feel confident in your role.

Be part of an unforgettable experience and help make mountain biking more accessible for all!

Schedule:
New Volunteer Training: 9-10am
Experienced Volunteer Arrival Time: 10am
Optional Pre-ride/warm-up: 10- 10:30am
Morning Bike Fittings and Ride: 10:30am- 12pm
Lunch: 12- 12:30pm (will be provided)
Afternoon Bike Fittings and Ride: 12:30- 2pm

Things to Bring:


  • Water bottle (Refill station provided)

  • Safety/Sunglasses

  • Closed Toe Shoes



Volunteer Requirements:


  • Volunteers must be age 16+ and have completed adaptive mountain bike training.

  • Volunteers should bring their own mountain bike and safety equipment.

  • Comfortable riding on a variety of terrains for at least 5-miles.

  • Ability to keep up with riders using power-assist bikes while maintaining a safe, steady group pace ("party pace").

  • New Volunteers: Please complete Catalyst Sports' online New Volunteer Training



***An optional drop-in volunteer orientation will be hosted prior to the program for volunteers to get to know the adaptive mountain bikes.

Contact Information:

Please contact Amanda Espinoza for any questions or concerns.
amanda.espinoza@montgomeryparks.org
301-495-2578

Background check required: No

Minimum age of volunteers: 16

Volunteer Type: Adult

Job Type: Event (1-7 days)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

2025 Summer Camp Counselor | Adaptive Camp: Naturally Me (8/4-8/8) | Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville

Location:

Meadowside Nature Center
5100 Meadowside Lane
Rockville, MD 20855

Description

Meadowside Nature Center is looking for Volunteer Camp Counselors for the Summer 2025 season. This recruitment is for:

~*Adaptive Camp: Naturally Me*~
Dates: Mon Aug 4 to Fri Aug 8
Camp time: 1-4:30pm
Volunteer shift: 12:30-5pm
Camper ages: 7-9 years old

What do Volunteer Camp Counselors do?
Volunteer Camp Counselors (VCCs) assist staff in supervising children and leading activities. It's a great way to earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours while gaining experience working with kids, and it's a lot of fun!

Apply to two camps at Meadowside!
For each camp, two volunteers will be selected as lead camp counselors, and two others will be selected to serve as a substitute. Substitutes are on-call in case a camp counselors calls out sick.

We encourage applicants to apply for two camps, ensuring you will be assigned to at least one.

Mark your calendar for training!
Volunteers are required to attend a training. It will be scheduled for Saturday, May 17 at 10am-2pm.

To see a complete description of this camp, click Job Details and then select the tab for Duties and Requirements.

Apply Now!

**SSL Forms will be signed and emailed to you after your scheduled camp weeks are completed**

Background check required: Yes

Minimum age of volunteers: 14

Volunteer Type: Adult, Youth, Student Service Learning

Job Type: Short-term (1-8 weeks)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

2025 Summer Camp Counselor | Animal Friends PreK Camp (6/16-6/20) | Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville

Location:

Meadowside Nature Center
5100 Meadowside Lane
Rockville, MD 20855

Description

Meadowside Nature Center is looking for Volunteer Camp Counselors for the Summer 2025 season. This recruitment is for:

~*Animal Friends PreK Camp*~
Dates: Mon Jun 16 to Fri Jun 20*
*No camp on Jun 19 in observance of the holiday
Camp time: 9am-12pm
Volunteer shift: 8:30am-12:30pm
Camper ages: 4-5 years old

What do Volunteer Camp Counselors do?
Volunteer Camp Counselors (VCCs) assist staff in supervising children and leading activities. It's a great way to earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours while gaining experience working with kids, and it's a lot of fun!

Apply to two camps at Meadowside!
For each camp, two volunteers will be selected as lead camp counselors, and two others will be selected to serve as a substitute. Substitutes are on-call in case a camp counselors calls out sick.

We encourage applicants to apply for two camps, ensuring you will be assigned to at least one.

Mark your calendar for training!
Volunteers are required to attend a training. It will be scheduled for Saturday, May 17 at 10am-2pm.

To see a complete description of this camp, click Job Details and then select the tab for Duties and Requirements.

Apply Now!

**SSL Forms will be signed and emailed to you after your scheduled camp weeks are completed**

Background check required: Yes

Minimum age of volunteers: 14

Volunteer Type: Adult, Youth, Student Service Learning

Job Type: Short-term (1-8 weeks)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

2025 Summer Camp Counselor | Junior Naturalist Camp (7/21-7/25) | Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville

Location:

Meadowside Nature Center
5100 Meadowside Lane
Rockville, MD 20855

Description

Meadowside Nature Center is looking for Volunteer Camp Counselors for the Summer 2025 season. This recruitment is for:

~*Junior Naturalist Camp*~
Dates: Mon Jul 21 to Fri Jul 25
Camp time: 9am-3:30pm
Volunteer shift: 8:30am-4pm
Camper ages: 9-11 years old

What do Volunteer Camp Counselors do?
Volunteer Camp Counselors (VCCs) assist staff in supervising children and leading activities. It's a great way to earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours while gaining experience working with kids, and it's a lot of fun!

Apply to two camps at Meadowside!
For each camp, two volunteers will be selected as lead camp counselors, and two others will be selected to serve as a substitute. Substitutes are on-call in case a camp counselors calls out sick.

We encourage applicants to apply for two camps, ensuring you will be assigned to at least one.

Mark your calendar for training!
Volunteers are required to attend a training. It will be scheduled for Saturday, May 17 at 10am-2pm.

To see a complete description of this camp, click Job Details and then select the tab for Duties and Requirements.

Apply Now!

**SSL Forms will be signed and emailed to you after your scheduled camp weeks are completed**

Background check required: Yes

Minimum age of volunteers: 14

Volunteer Type: Adult, Youth, Student Service Learning

Job Type: Short-term (1-8 weeks)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

2025 Summer Camp Counselor | Locust Grove Nature Center, Bethesda

Location:

Locust Grove Nature Center
7777 Democracy Blvd.
Bethesda, MD 20817

Description

Locust Grove Nature Center is looking for volunteer camp counselors that are passionate about sharing their love of the great outdoors!


As a volunteer camp counselor, you'll assist staff in supervising children and leading activities. It's a great way to earn SSL hours while gaining experience working with kids, and it's a lot of fun!


Check out this year's list of camps to see which topic fits your schedule and interests:


Week 1: June 23 - 27 **FULL
Animal Neighbors Preschool Camp (Half-Day)

Week 2: July 7 - July 11
LOST! Wilderness Survival Camp

Week 3: July 14 - 18 **FULL
Bugs & Butterflies Preschool Camp (Half-Day

Week 4: July 21 - 25
Junior Naturalist Camp

Week 5: July 28 - August 1
Wonderful Water Preschool Camp (Half-Day)

Week 6: August 4 - 8
Creek Explorers Camp

Regular camps meet for a full day, and volunteer hours are 8:30am to 4pm

Preschool camps meet for only a half-day, and volunteer hours are 8:30am to 12:30pm.

See Duties and Requirements after clicking Job Details for a complete program description of each camp week.


Apply Now!
There are a limited number of positions and they fill quickly. The position closes when full. Apply now to get an early interview date!

*SSL Forms will be signed after camp week is completed*

Background check required: Yes

Minimum age of volunteers: 14

Volunteer Type: Adult, Youth, Student Service Learning

Job Type: Short-term (1-8 weeks)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

2025 Summer Camp Counselor | Wet & Wild Rock Creek Camp (7/7-7/11) | Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville

Location:

Meadowside Nature Center
5100 Meadowside Lane
Rockville, MD 20855

Description

Meadowside Nature Center is looking for Volunteer Camp Counselors for the Summer 2025 season. This recruitment is for:

~*Wet & Wild Rock Creek Camp*~
Dates: Mon Jul 7 to Fri Jul 11
Camp time: 9am-3:30pm
Volunteer shift: 8:30am-4pm
Camper ages: 6-10 years old

What do Volunteer Camp Counselors do?
Volunteer Camp Counselors (VCCs) assist staff in supervising children and leading activities. It's a great way to earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours while gaining experience working with kids, and it's a lot of fun!

Apply to two camps at Meadowside!
For each camp, two volunteers will be selected as lead camp counselors, and two others will be selected to serve as a substitute. Substitutes are on-call in case a camp counselors calls out sick.

We encourage applicants to apply for two camps, ensuring you will be assigned to at least one.

Mark your calendar for training!
Volunteers are required to attend a training. It will be scheduled for Saturday, May 17 at 10am-2pm

To see a complete description of this camp, click Job Details and then select the tab for Duties and Requirements.

Apply Now!

**SSL Forms will be signed and emailed to you after your scheduled camp weeks are completed**

Background check required: Yes

Minimum age of volunteers: 14

Volunteer Type: Adult, Youth, Student Service Learning

Job Type: Short-term (1-8 weeks)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

Butterfly Experience Docent

Location:

Brookside Gardens
1500 Glenallan Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902

Description

Brookside Gardens is seeking volunteers to help visitors learn about the ecological importance of butterflies and teach them what they can do in their own backyards to help sustain these extraordinary and critical creatures.

Open April 10 to September 21, 2025.
Daily shifts available 10am-1pm and 1-4pm.
Minimum of 10 shifts required.

Apply today and we will schedule a phone interview with you to discuss more. You will be able to sign up for shifts after the initial interview.

Background check required: Yes

Minimum age of volunteers: 14

Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning

Job Type: Seasonal (2-6 months)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

Crafting for Animals | Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville

Location:

Meadowside Nature Center
5100 Meadowside Lane
Rockville, MD 20855

Description

Volunteer your creativity in service of animal ambassadors at Meadowside Nature Center!

Each day, birds of prey are provided enrichment. These are opportunities for an animal to flex their natural behaviors, such as tearing, shredding, sensing novel scents or colors, hopping, or flying. Enrichment can come in the form of a keeper working with a bird or in an object with treats hidden inside.

These objects are crafted by hand out of recyclables and decorated with animal-safe materials and can take many shapes and sizes. Keepers go through 100s of them a month. This is where you come in.

Come join Meadowside staff in a group crafting session to create animal enrichment objects for owls, hawks, and a vulture. It''ll be a real HOOT of a time!

Two offerings
Saturday, March 8 at 12-1:30pm
Saturday, April 19 at 1-2:30pm

Eligibility

Individual and family volunteers can join this volunteer event. Children must be 8 years old or older. This event is SSL eligible for volunteers 14 and older.


  • Children under 14 years old must volunteer with a parent/guardian.

  • Students must register with their name to receive SSL hours.

  • This opportunity is not eligible for court-ordered service.

  • To add volunteers to a family group send us an email.



How to sign up
1. Select "Job Details"
2. Then the "Schedule" tab
3. Then the green button "Sign Up for Shift"

Please note that when an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule.

Minimum age of volunteers: 8

Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning, Group, Scout, Corporate

Job Type: Event (1-7 days)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

Earth Month Family Celebration

Location:

Brookside Gardens
1800 Glenallan Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902

Description

Saturday, April 26 from 9:30am to 2:30pm.

Brookside Gardens is celebrating Earth Month on April 26. We will be exploring the science and art of sustainability through child-driven projects, plantings, and activities.

We are seeking engaging volunteers to assist with children's activity booths and interact with the public.

Volunteers must be available for the whole five-hour shift. Lunch included.

Background check required: No

Minimum age of volunteers: 14

Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning

Job Type: Event (1-7 days)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

FrogWatch Community Scientist

Location:

Montgomery County
MD 20902

Description

Parkland managed by Montgomery Parks makes up more than 10% of Montgomery County's land and serves as the County's "backyard". It is also home to upwards of 14 frog and toad species, each of which can be recognized by unique breeding calls made at wetlands and other aquatic habitats!

Volunteer FrogWatch Community Scientists will receive training and special permission to monitor for calling frogs at natural, created, and enhanced aquatic habitats on parkland at night in order to extend the reach of the biological monitoring, stormwater management, and environmental review programs managed by staff.

*CLICK ON DUTIES AND REQUIRMENTS TO LEARN MORE*

TIME COMMITMENT:
Perform monitoring AT LEAST once a month (but hopefully more) in designated park areas from March through August. Monitoring visits are conducted in the evening (at least 30 minutes after sunset) and can take as little as 15 minutes! Volunteers will be fully trained on protocols before monitoring and will have opportunities to join Park Naturalists and Maryland Master Naturalist volunteers on monitoring visits each month.

Participants may also volunteer to canvas parkland during the day (year-round) to locate and assist with registering trail-accessible wetlands and additional frog listening locations.

This is not eligible for SSL hours. Family groups are welcome, but only those 18 and older, and who have registered and completed training will be considered an official Montgomery Parks' Frogwatch Volunteer.

Background check required: No

Minimum age of volunteers: 18

Volunteer Type: Adult, Family

Job Type: Seasonal (2-6 months)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

Human Resources and Organizational Development Volunteer Interns | Planning Department, Wheaton

Location:

Wheaton Headquarters
2425 Reedie Drive
Wheaton, MD 20902

Description

Montgomery County Planning Department is part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). For 95 years, M-NCPPC has had a national reputation for excellence in planning, and today serves a culturally diverse population of over one million people on the border of Washington, D.C. in Montgomery County. We provide county-wide planning functions including long range planning, as well as reviews of development applications in diverse built environments of downtown urban districts, suburban communities, and agricultural areas. We have pioneered nationally modeled programs in agricultural preservation, inclusionary housing, and transit-oriented design. To learn more about who we are and what we do, we encourage you to watch this brief video here and visit our website at www.montgomeryplanning.org

Diversity Statement

M-NCPPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor. We will do what we can to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at 301-495-4525 to request accommodation.

We are seeking an intern who is working towards their graduate degree in Human Resources Management and Organizational Development; or a retiree looking for a challenge!

The HR Volunteer Intern will be working with the Human Resources Manager assisting with managing the life cycle of a training program. This person will also help create a facilitator database, monitor the Department's projected training goals, assist with the mentoring program and Planning University Leadership Institute, assist with managing the department's learning management system and provide content and monitor the Department's training webpage.

Training will be provided by the Department's Recruiter and the Human Resources Manager.

Background check required: Yes

Minimum age of volunteers: 18

Volunteer Type: Adult, Senior (55+), Intern

Job Type: Long-term (6 months+)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

Individual Volunteer - Join a Cleanup Hosted by Montgomery Parks

Location:

Silver Spring, MD

Description

*All students receiving SSL hours must pre-register*

Individual
and family volunteers can join a cleanup hosted by Montgomery Parks staff and volunteers!
- Children under 14 years old must volunteer with a parent/guardian.
- Students must register with their name to receive SSL hours.
- All cleanups are pre-approved for SSL hours. Forms are provided at the cleanup.
- This opportunity is not eligible for court-ordered service.
- To add volunteers to a family group send us an email.
- Wear clothes that can get dirty and shoes that can potentially get wet. Bags and gloves are provided.

Click schedule tab to register for the next cleanup. Please note that when an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule. Cleanups will be added throughout the season, so check back often!

For questions contact: volunteercleanups@montgomeryparks.org

Background check required: No

Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning, Group

Job Type: Event (1-7 days)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

Stream Striders Watershed Leadership Program

Location:

Parks & Streams
Montgomery Parks, MD

Description

The Montgomery Parks Stream Striders volunteer program is accepting applications! Stream Striders lead cleanups and educate participants about watersheds, litter, and the environment. Applications are open for adult volunteers interested in leadership, education, & community service at their local parks and trails.

How do I become a Stream Strider?
1. Apply here
2. Volunteer at 2 cleanups
3. Complete a background screening
4. Complete an online training
5. Co-lead a cleanup!

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Must be 18 years+
- Complete a background check with Montgomery Parks
- Follow park protocols and safety measures
- Ability to work with a variety of groups in a leadership position
- Ability to present information and educate others
- Able to walk outdoors for up to 3 hours in a variety of trail surfaces and weather conditions (not including severe weather)
- Must be comfortable accessing areas off trail & in streams

COMMITMENT:
- Minimum of 4 months
- Minimum of two cleanups per year
- Scheduling is flexible!

VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:
- Improve the water quality at your local stream
- Strong resume builder, long-term opportunity to build your leadership skills
- Work with volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities
- Access to stream/nature workshops happening in our parks
- Earn service credit toward your program/course (verification letters available)
- Volunteer on a flexible schedule

Questions?
volunteercleanups@montgomeryparks.org

Background check required: Yes

Minimum age of volunteers: 18

Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Intern

Job Type: Seasonal (2-6 months)

Click here for details and to apply

Job Details

Summer Camp Counselor

Location:

Brookside Gardens
1800 Glenallan Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902

Description

Brookside Gardens is seeking Volunteer Camp Counselors for the Summer of 2025. Volunteers will assist with daily set-up, assist with camp activities, and help supervise campers.

Volunteers must be available for at least one full week of the camp. Dates listed below:

Garden Investigators Camp
Dates: Jun 23 - Jun 27
Volunteer shift: 9:00am - 3:30pm
Camper ages: 6 to 8

Garden Investigators Camp
Dates: Jul 14 - Jul 18
Volunteer shift: 9:00am - 3:30pm
Camper ages: 6 to 8

Art Adventures Camp
Dates: Jul 28 - Aug 1
Volunteer shift: 9:00am - 3:30pm
Camper ages: 9 to 11

Climate Action Camp
Dates: Aug 4 - Aug 8
Volunteer shift: 9:00am - 3:30pm
Camper ages: 11 to 14

We will be in touch after you fill out an application to discuss the position and next steps.

Background check required: Yes

Minimum age of volunteers: 14

Volunteer Type: Adult, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning

Job Type: Short-term (1-8 weeks)

Click here for details and to apply

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