Skimpy budgets have caused pain and suffering among the nation's state parks, and no less in California. Much of the needed work and maintenance that is needed to keep the parks neat, clean, and up to operating standards is now being performed by volunteers.
If you have used state parks for camping, considere a little give back by offering some of your time in California State Parks volunteering efforts coordinated by the California State parks Foundation (CSPF).
CSPF’s Park Champions Program holds volunteer work days in state parks across California. This program was created in response to the unprecedented budget cuts and closures that California State Parks face right now. In partnership with California State Parks, Park Champions provide consistent, sustainable volunteer support in the areas of park maintenance and beautification.
Park Champions projects improve the quality, safety and preservation of our state parks. Projects in the past year have included trail repair, invasive plant removal, habitat restoration, the rehabilitation of an historic orchard, fence construction, bridge construction, and re-painting park structures. If you enjoy volunteering outdoors, want to work with a fun group of people, and you want to make a difference in our state parks, then become a Park Champion and join us for the next work day happening near you!
Visit the Park Champions web page to learn more.
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