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Volunteers

The Forest Service uses volunteers for a variety of programs. Some volunteers work full-time for several months, while others donate a few hours each week or contribute a one-time service. Students may volunteer to earn college credits through a college-approved intern program, or to become familiar with Forest Service activities and philosophy. Many individuals have found that their volunteer experience has guided them towards job interest and possible careers. Retirees often find volunteering gives them a new opportunity to share their skills. The types of projects volunteers work on depend on our funding, what needs to get done and the complexity of the project. We have many opportunities for volunteers including: 

  • Maintaining and hosting campgrounds on the forest
  • Staffing visitor and information centers
  • Trail maintenance
  • Refurbishing cabins
  • Installing wildlife guzzlers
  • Various building projects

Check out opportunities to volunteer at www.volunteer.gov or call any of our district offices to inquire about potential volunteer opportunities on the Fishlake National Forest. You may also download the volunteer agreement below and take it to the forest office where you are interested in volunteering.

 Volunteer Agreement


Volunteers do not receive a salary or hourly wage. Volunteers must be signed up through an official Volunteer Service Agreement (OF-301a), or work through a Forest Service partner organization.

Volunteer Work on The Fishlake National Forest

Members of the Paiute Trail Committee help install a new boardwalk at Anderson Dairy on the Richfield Ranger District
Volunteers helping the motorized trails crew restore the Anderson Dairy boardwalk on the Richfield Ranger District
Beaver Ranger District employees and volunteers from the Passport In Time program work together to give the Big Flat Guard Station a new paint job.
Volunteer Stan Adams is shown next to road maintenance equipment which he uses to lend his time and expertise as a trail dozer operator on the Fishlake National Forest motorized trails.
Partners and volunteers work to install a wildlife guzzler on the forest. Volunteersare essential for getting work accomplished on the Forest. Whether assisting with funding and materials, working to maintain trails, helping to restore historic sites,or installing wildlife guzzlers, these individuals, groups and organizations help to get important work done
Terry Christensen shown next to the camp host sign at the Gooseberry Admin Site, at which he and his wife have been volunteers for seven seasons.
The Twin Creeks Visitors Center is pictured. It is a location where volunteers can donate their time to keep things up and running for visitors.
Volunteers members from the Sand Rock Ridge Riders pose next to the new White Pine kiosk they helped install

More Volunteer Opportunities

The following web sites provide information about volunteer opportunities throughout the nation.

Volunteering in Utah State Parks

Volunteers of America

Youth Conservation Corps

The United States Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) is a summer youth employment program for young people, ages 15 to 18. YCC crew members serve in teams on national forests, parks, and wildlife refuges on projects that promote awareness and appreciation of the public lands' legacy and the nation's natural, cultural and historic resources. YCC Projects include building and repairing trails, facility and campground maintenance, restoration and reforestation, wildlife monitoring, and more. Crew members are exposed to hard work and team building and learn about environmental stewardship and civic responsibility. YCC is a legislatively authorized program of the Forest Service, Fish and Wildlife Service, and National Park Service. 

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Apply for YCC

For more information on how to apply to Youth Conservation Corps programs, and to check current opportunities, please call the Fishlake Supervisors Office (435) 896-9233

 

Last updated April 21st, 2025

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