Learn How You Can Give Back

Volunteers play a very important role in the daily operations of Wildwood Park. Their enthusiasm and dedication are valuable resources. Their contributions of time and talent are greatly appreciated by the staff and by the visitors who use our park.

Volunteer support is essential on all levels, whether it is working with the public or behind the scenes. Once a week, once a month or on a specific project, volunteers help the professional staff to preserve and maintain Wildwood Park’s wetlands, forest, trails, nature center and/or assist with educational programs.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Nature Center/Front Desk – Meet and greet visitors, answer telephones, process Nature Shop sales, assist the staff with the opening and/or closing of the Nature Center, and assist visitors in the exhibit hall. Volunteers needed for weekends. Clearances are required to volunteer at the Front Desk; all clearances are free for volunteers.
• Board Member – Our Friends of Fort Wildwood Board provides immeasurable support to the Park.  If you would like to become more involved in the continuous happenings of the Park, please consider joining the board.  
• Volunteer Work Day – Work outside on park and habitat enhancement projects. Held the second Saturday of each month March through November from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Canceled if raining.
• Landscape Projects– Work with Penn State Master Gardeners & Volunteers in the developed areas of the Park and grounds surrounding the Nature Center to control and maintain planted vegetation. Assist with invasive plant management.