Volunteering

Volunteer on the National Forests in Mississippi   

Become a Volunteer Campground Host!

There is currently an open campground host position on our Homochitto Ranger District. Hosts have a wide range of duties that include providing an enjoyable camping experience for the public and assisting staff in protecting forest resources. Campground hosts brings their own recreational vehicle but receive a free site with full hookups. Campground hosts must be friendly, flexible, and responsible. To apply, fill out a volunteer application. For more information and to submit an application, reach out to the contact listed below for the recreation area where you are interested in volunteering. Successful applicants will be required to sign a volunteer agreement.

Homochitto Ranger District - Meadville, MSGazebo surrounded by lake and forest

Okhissa Lake Campground Host

Volunteers are also needed year-round to do general trail maintenance on the Richardson Creek and Clear Springs Lake Trail. Duties include removal of brush and grass using hand tools, improving low lying areas, repairing erosion on steep parts of the trail and repairing or reconstructing trail bridges. 

Contact Michael Everett at 601-384-5876 or email michael.everett@usda.gov if interested in any of the opportunities on the Homochitto Ranger District.

De Soto Ranger District - Wiggins, MSHammock hanging between trees at campground with sun shining through trees

If you are interested in serving as a volunteer campground host or would like to know more about other opportunities on the De Soto Ranger District, contact the office at 601-928-4422. 

Other Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are needed in a variety of ways on the National Forests in Mississippi. Volunteering for the Forest Service is an excellent opportunity to explore your interest in a career working outdoors or to spend some free time–all while giving back to some of our nation's most precious resources. As a volunteer, you may work part-time or full-time, on one-time projects or throughout the season. You may prefer performing invigorating physical labor outdoors or help out in an office environment. Your commitment is up to you. Volunteers completing 250 documented and approved hours of service are eligible for a FREE America the Beautiful Volunteer Pass, good for one year. 

Contact your local ranger district office to find out more about volunteering on your National Forests in Mississippi.