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Volunteer with the Friends

Join like-minded people, and make a vital contribution to Valley Forge National Historical Park.

There a many ways to get involved and “give back” to the Park. From birders and recreational users, to environmentalists, history buffs, and Muster Roll researchers, let’s talk and find a meaningful role for your interest, time, and talents.

Your participation is needed and encouraged. To volunteer and for more information, please complete and email the Volunteer Inquiry Form or call 610-783-1777.

Ways to Volunteer and Give Back

Plan social events like the Friends’ Annual Reception
Coordinate activities during special events like Washington’s Birthday Celebration
Participate in topic and speaker selections for the Friends Speaker Series
Assist with home school groups and educational outreach programs
Research and authenticate new additions to the Muster Roll
Get involved in a committee and direct future initiatives that benefit Valley Forge National Historical Park!
Assist in preservation efforts, trail clean-up days and other Park-wide projects

Volunteer with Valley Forge National Historical Park

Do something Revolutionary — volunteer at Valley Forge
National Historical Park and help care for this special place!

Volunteers-In-Parks (VIPs) work side-by-side with National Park Service employees and partners in all program areas at Valley Forge NHP.

Anyone can be a VIP. Individuals, couples, families, students, and organized groups can volunteer. Those under 18 years of age may volunteer with the official, signed permission of a parent or guardian.

VIPs play an ever-increasing role at Valley Forge doing a variety of jobs from:

Working at an information desk answering visitor questions
Helping with landscape and building preservation projects
Helping to remove invasive species
Assisting with preservation of cultural resources and much, much more...

Learn how you can get involved!

Check out the park’s current volunteer opportunities.

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

National Trails Day ®

Saturday, June 1 8 am – 1 pm Betzwood Picnic Area

Free Event

Volunteers assist park staff, partners, and other outdoor enthusiasts with trail maintenance at Betzwood Picnic Area. The day also includes educational hikes, environmental and conservation clinics, health & fitness fair, and a display of the latest outdoor equipment and gear.

For more information on volunteering as an individual, group or organization, use the 'email us' link found at the bottom of this page.

Volunteer Arrival: 7:30 – 7:45 am. Please bring work gloves

July 4th Community Picnic in the Park

Thursday, July 4 10 am – 3 pm

Visitor Center Main Entrance & Lawn

Volunteers are needed to assist at this day of family fun, food and history designed to celebrate our nation’s independence at the Park. Help is needed with grilling burgers and dogs, handing out drinks, etc. Two hour shifts are available starting at 10 am. It’s a really fun day so bring the family to volunteer plus enjoy the day’s activities. If you can assist, please call 610-783-1777 or email us.

Valley Forge Monthly Trails Cleanup

2nd Saturday of the Month March – November

(weather permitting)

Suitable for: Adults, Kids, Teens, Seniors, Groups, Family
Difficulty: Average
Contact: Ernestine White – 610-783-1029 – (or 'email us' here)

Volunteers meet the 2nd Saturday of the month to help clean up and maintain trails in Valley Forge NHP. No trails maintenance skill necessary and training will be provided. Valley Forge NHP will provide tools. The work requires occasional effort in lifting heavy materials.

Bring water, snacks, protective eye wear and work gloves. Wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty such as long-sleeve shirts, long pants and hiking boots.

You must be 13 and older to participate. For youth under the age of 18, parental approval is required and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to participate.

Meet at 9am in the small parking lot off Yellow Springs Road (near the white Covered Bridge on Route 252). Work ends by noon. Come join the fun!