The River Parkway Trust was founded through the dedication and passion of volunteers who were concerned about development in the San Joaquin River bottom. Over the last 30 years, thousands of volunteers have donated their time and talent to programs and projects like habitat restoration, River Field Trips for children, summer camp, fundraising, advocacy, and more. Today, more than ever, volunteers play a key role in all aspects of the Trust’s mission. We invite you to explore the many opportunities available for you to join the team of individuals who are helping advance our mission of creating the San Joaquin River Parkway and connecting our community to the San Joaquin River.
In each of our focus areas, there is a need for those who want to help out occasionally and for those who can make a more long-term commitment to one of our ongoing programs.
In each of our focus areas, there is a need for those who want to help out occasionally and for those who can make a more long-term commitment to one of our ongoing programs.
Gardening Angels
Saturday, October 12, 2024
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday, November 9, 2024
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
October River Stewards
Saturday, October 19, 2024
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Education Programs Docent Trainings
Madera Unified 6th Grade Owl Hollow Field Trip Docent Training
Saturday, October 26, 2024
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Harvest Home Music Festival
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Mulitple Shifts
ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES
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River Stewards
Habitat restoration, exotic species removal, trail maintenance, and river cleanup projects.
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Education Programs Docent
Assist Trust staff with leading trips to the river for elementary school students.
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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.
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River Tours Volunteer
Assist Trust 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.