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Volunteer

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

There are many ways to get outside and support the mission of the River Parkway Trust. The Trust was founded by passionate volunteers concerned about development along the San Joaquin River. For over 30 years, thousands have supported our mission through habitat restoration, education programs, camps, advocacy, and more. Today, volunteers remain essential to everything we do. We invite you to explore the many ways, short-term or long-term, to get involved in creating the San Joaquin River Parkway and connecting our community to the river.
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Outdoor Education Volunteers Needed
Love Nature? Passionate about inspiring the next generation?
If you are interested email Tania Mitchum at tmitchum@riverparkway.org
Position Description

February Events ❤︎⁠

Gardening Angels - Grape Vine Pruning
Saturday, February 14, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Hidden Homes Trail Maintenance
Thursday, February 12 or Friday, February 27, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Sign Up: February 12
Sign Up: February 27
Critter Pond Clean-up
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
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Native Plant Garden
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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River Stewards
Sunday, February 15, or Saturday, February 21, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sign Up: February 15
Sign Up: February 21

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES

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River Stewards
Habitat restoration, exotic species removal, trail maintenance, and river cleanup projects.
Education Programs Docent
Assist Trust staff with leading trips to the river for elementary school students.
River Center Docent
Lead tours of the River Center’s restored 1890s Ranch House. Or greet River Center visitors and complete sales for the River Store.
River Tours Volunteer
Assist Trust Kayak/Canoe Guides with leading public river tours.
Gardening Angels
Assist with maintenance of River Center’s gardens and orchards.
Special Events
Assist with event set-up and tear down, parking, and other event needs.
River Center Art Committee
Help facilitate the River Center's art exhibits by recurring local artists' exhibitions in the River Center Art Gallery.
River Center Trustee
Monitor the River Center grounds and interact with River Center visitors. Provide information about the River Parkway Trust and Parkway access opportunities
Nature Walk Guide
Assist with or lead nature walks for the public on Parkway properties.
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Address: 11605 Old Friant Road, Fresno, CA 93730 Call: 559-248-8480
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