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Get Involved: Crawford State Park

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of Crawford State Park. Volunteer today!

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Interests

Places

Skills

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Education Program Assistance

Assists with interpretation, education, and/or outdoor skills stations for student field trips as needed. Program information/outlines and education kits are made available when appropriate for activities.

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Ready to get involved?

Apply online to become a volunteer.

Crawford General Volunteer Application

Questions? Contact Kelli Lewis
(970) 921-5721

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Friends of Crawford State Park

Volunteers improve park structures and grounds through the following:

grant writing and fundraising
increase park attendance by holding approved activities
serve as park advocates in legislative and other issues
contribute volunteer hours in ways that complement the needs of the park.

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Ready to get involved?

Apply online to become a volunteer.

Crawford General Volunteer Application

Questions? Contact Scott Rist
(970) 921-5721

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Maintenance and Construction

Volunteers may do the following:

repair and construct fence
clean up park grounds and facilities
complete special or seasonal maintenance tasks such as boat dock repair
do carpentry, remodeling or other construction projects
provide landscape design expertise
make park information signs
assist with minor vehicle/boat/equipment repairs and maintenance.
assist with the construction and maintenance of trails at Crawford State Park.

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Ready to get involved?

Apply online to become a volunteer.

Crawford General Volunteer Application

Questions? Contact Kelli Lewis
(970) 921-5721

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Visitor Services

Volunteers may do the following:

Assist in a variety of clerical and office support duties
Assist with a variety of clerical, general office support duties, or fee collection
Answer phones
Greet & assist park visitors with park and local area info as well as campsite reservations
Sell park passes, registrations & Department of Wildlife licenses
Monitor radio communications
Sales
Restocking of fliers
Filing and data entry
Assist with special events as needed

This position is perfect for volunteer who enjoys interacting with people, has good customer service & communication skills, and who enjoys retail sales environment;

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