Volunteers removing ice plant at Fort Miley
Maria Durana/Parks Conservancy
Volunteer Projects and Activities
Find the right fit for you—check out the variety of service projects and programs in the parks
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We’ve got something for just about everyone—from beach cleanups, to historic site and habitat restoration, plant nurseries, landscaping, and trail work. No experience or commitment necessary. We provide all of the tools, training, and leadership. We just need you, your willingness to pitch in, and a bit of your time.
• For Corporate opportunities, visit Corporate Volunteering.
• For Groups larger than five, please visit Group Volunteer Projects.
• For Internships and other longer-term volunteer roles, visit Individual Service Positions.
• Check out our upcoming programs.
Our Work
Cleanup, Maintain, and Restore Beaches
Help conserve our beautiful park beaches! Volunteers will enjoy beautiful ocean views while they remove litter and debris, protect native habitats, and help minimize marine debris.
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Restore and Monitor Critical Habitat
Help restore and monitor critical natural areas and create wildlife corridors for threatened and endangered species. Activities include invasive plant removal, winter planting, litter removal, seed collection, fence construction, trail maintenance, and plant monitoring.
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Revitalize and Steward Historic Gardens
Help cultivate and restore the park’s beautiful historic gardens. Activities include weeding, pruning, and planting.
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Preserve Historic Structures and Cultural Landscapes
Help preserve and enhance beautiful landscapes and maintain historic buildings and grounds. Activities include mulching, re-seeding, weeding, pruning, winter planting, litter removal, painting, and groundskeeping.
Our Work
Restoring for generations to come, the nurseries provide a living link between local communities and the restoration of native plant habitat throughout the Golden Gate National Parks.
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Repair and Construct Trails
Currently there is not an active trails program. We have lots of other volunteer opportunities in the park and we'd love your help!
Events
Thu, May 29 2:00pm-5:00pm
Black Point Meeting Location
Help us restore the long-neglected gardens of East Black Point, a spectacular park site tucked away above the bustling San Francisco waterfront.
Events
Fri, May 30 9:00am-12:00pm
Black Point Meeting Location
Help us restore the long-neglected gardens of East Black Point, a spectacular park site tucked away above the bustling San Francisco waterfront.
Events
Fri, May 30 9:00am-12:00pm
Presidio Transit Center
Help tend to the health of the Presidio’s historic forests.
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Sat, May 31 9:00am-12:00pm
Presidio Transit Center
Help restore natural areas and create important wildlife corridors in the Presidio of San Francisco.
Events
Tue, Jun 03 9:00am-12:00pm
Fort Mason Flagpole
Help restore and maintain historic landscapes and cultural resources throughout Fort Mason.
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Sun, Dec 22 2:30pm-2:45pm
Mon, Dec 23 2:30pm-2:45pm
Thu, Dec 26 2:30pm-2:45pm
Fort Point Entrance
Events
Thu, Jan 02 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Feb 06 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Mar 06 9:00am-12:00pm
Ampitheater Trailhead
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