The Volunteers In Parks program supports citizen involvement in activities such as park beautification, litter control, trail development and maintenance, weeding, and other special projects in Eugene's parks.

Through partnerships with individuals, neighbors, businesses, service organizations, clubs, youth groups, and schools, the program is able to help maintain and improve the park system and keep our parks beautiful and safe for the enjoyment of all park users.

To participate in a Volunteers In Parks project, visit the Parks and Open Space calendar of events and look for upcoming projects, or contact the program's coordinator.

Type of Volunteer Work

• Install or repair park amenities

  Boardwalks

  Benches

  Fences

  Tables

  Playground equipment

  Fitness equipment

  Other park structures

• Park Beautification

  Plant trees

  Plant shrubs

  Prune trees

  Pick-up litter

• Trail work

  Resurface trails

  Prune trail corridors

  Construct retainer walls

  Construct elevated paths

• Habitat restoration

  Remove invasive species

  Plant native plants

• Program assistance

  Repair hand tools and equipment

  Help with office work

  Act as a leader, mentor, or project assistant

  Photograph volunteer events

Ways to Get Involved

Adopt-A-Park
Make a long-term commitment to your favorite neighborhood park. We will provide tools, materials, and support; you decide how you want to help out. Eugene parks need ongoing volunteer labor to help pick up litter, paint park benches and tables, prune trees, and clean playground sand. This is a great option for individuals, small groups, or organizations looking for long-term volunteer opportunities.

Adopt-A-Path
Make a long-term commitment to one of your favorite trails or paths. We will provide tools, materials, and support; you decide how you want to help out. Litter pick-up, trail pruning, and trail surface maintenance are just some of the ongoing needs for volunteer labor. Work on Ridgeline trails, Spencer Butte trails, Skinner Butte trails, or one of the many running trails including Pre’s trail, the Amazon running trail, or the Rexius trail. This is a great option for individuals, small groups, or organizations looking for long-term volunteer opportunities.

Short-term Projects
For a short term commitment, volunteers can participate in a one or two day project. Have fun and meet new people who share a common interest while protecting the environment!