Volunteer in the Parks
Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation has year round volunteer opportunities for almost every interest, schedule and ability. Your level of commitment is up to you! As a volunteer, you can sign-up for our one day events, short-term experiences, or become a long-term volunteer. We have opportunities for both individuals and groups of all ages.
Individuals
There are many ways for individuals to be involved with volunteering in our parks. View our volunteer calendar below or visit our individual volunteer page to learn more about programs like Trash Trailblazers and the Breeding Bird Survey.
Adopt-a-Park
This program is a seasonal program that facilitates and supports long term adopters. Ann Arbor residents and city government staff collaborate to improve and enhance the parks. For more information, check out the Adopt-a-Park website.
Group Projects (April-October)
Groups interested in planning a volunteer event with us should fill out our Group Volunteer Inquiry form!
- Group size: 5 to 30
- We've worked with businesses, fraternities and sororities, sports teams, community organizations, groups of friends, and more!
- Great for teambuilding or community engagement!
- We have a variety of projects in parks all across the city that volunteers can help with. We will try to find a project that fits your group and interest!
- We will reach out as soon as we can.
Volunteer Calendar
Volunteers cleaning up natural areas in the parks.
Local community groups work with Adopt-a-Park to help care for gardens!
NAP staff conduct controlled burns.
GIVE 365 volunteers sometimes help with paint & mural projects in parks!
In the summer, groups of GIVE 365 volunteers help clean up the river!
GIVE 365 volunteers help pull weeds & spread new woodchips on park playgrounds.
Adopt-a-Park facilitates & supports long-term relationships to improve parks!
Costumed GIVE 365 volunteers pass out candy at Trick or Treat on the River!
NAP works with volunteers of all ages.
Park neighbors work with Adopt-a-Park to advocate for improvements!
