Here is a list of current volunteer opportunities. Click the link below and e-mail us if you want to join our volunteer team.

Nature Center Docent Program - assist Ranger Russ with programs and special events. This opportunity requires training. Watch the Friends of Hammonasset web site for the next training session, or email volunteers@hammonasset.org to be notified of upcoming training sessions.

Beach & Trail Maintenance – This volunteer group does everything from beach clean-up to trail improvements. There are frequent opportunities to enjoy the park while contributing to its beauty.

Butterfly Garden – This beautiful area adds to the educational value of the Nature Center by encouraging many species of butterfly. Volunteers can be found weeding, trimming, counting butterflies and creating signage. Click Here for a copy of the Butterfly Garden brochure. 

Camping – There are opportunities to work in the campground, maintaining the playground and reaching out to the park visitors.

Plant and Tree Sale – The Plant sale in May and June and the Christmas Tree sale in November and December are our biggest fundraisers. Volunteers are needed to sell, carry and maintain the plants during the sale. There are volunteer shifts available to meet any schedule.

Photography – Love to take pictures? With the many park events and publicity opportunities photos tell it all. Photos are needed for publicity including the web site.

Publicity – Needless to say, there is always something happening at Hammonasset and the Friends of Hammonasset put the word out frequently in newspapers,  on radio shows, at trade shows and Chamber of Commerce gatherings.

Legislative Action & Grant Writing – This is a very important function as much of our funding comes from grants. 

Fund Raising - Fund raising comes in all different forms with a non-profit. We are always looking for new friends who can help us with particular events like our spring plant sale and Christmas Tree Sale as well as developing new fund raising ideas.  

To join us, Click Here to e-mail our volunteer coordinator