You don’t need to be a Lewis & Clark expert or understand archaeology to provide critical service to Travelers’ Rest State Park. Listed here are brief descriptions of the many volunteer opportunities. Contact Travelers Rest @ show contact info for more information.
Visitor Center Assistant
Meet and greet visitors from all over the world, answer questions about the park and the history of the area, collect park fees and sell merchandise in the gift shop.
Roving Interpreter
Interact informally with visitors as you rove around the Park. Share knowledge about the Lewis & Clark campsite, local flora and fauna, the Native American history of the area, Park rules and more.
Education Program Assistant
Learn curriculum for a variety of field trips and lead school-aged children in place-based educational activities in the spring and fall.
Special Events Volunteer
Set-up activities, distribute event information, direct traffic, help with marketing, etc. for indoor and outdoor activities including lectures, community events, fundraisers and festivals.
Naturalist
Lead guided walks through the park or nature activities during special events. Help coordinate events like park clean-up days.
Maintenance Worker
Keep the grounds and buildings of Travelers’ Rest looking good and safe for visitors.
Travelers’ Rest Preservation & Heritage Association
Board Member
Contribute to efforts to meet our mission to support Travelers’ Rest State Park through outreach, advocacy, and educational experiences that link the past to the future.