The National Park Service exists to preserve unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park (NHP)'s volunteer program exists to let everyone participate in that process. Our volunteers get hands on experience maintaining and supporting the rich natural and cultural resources of the park. There are volunteer opportunities in visitor services, maintenance, administration, natural and cultural resources, and visitor and resource protection. Housing accommodations are extremely limited and are only available to select volunteers based on number of hours and area of service. Thank you for your interest in engaging with Ocmulgee Mounds NHP! The following page gives resources for potential volunteers, spotlights past volunteers, and provides guidance through the volunteer process. Ocmulgee Mounds NHP Volunteer OpportunitiesCome join the team at Ocmulgee Mounds NHP!September 16th & 17th, 2023Ocmulgee Indigenous CelebrationOcmulgee Mounds NHP and the Ocmulgee Mounds Association host an annual Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration (OIC) in which Southeastern Native American dancers, storyteller, and demonstrators with ties to the region come to the park. The festival showcases and celebrates the cultures and traditions of Native Americans. OIC Volunteers help make that happen. Jobs include parking attendents, staffing information booths and water stations, assisting with pottery programs, and much more.
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NPS Photo It's time to say hello to another great volunteer! Mattison Strom is volunteering at Ocmulgee Mounds this summer as part of an internship for college at Clemson. She is originally from the Central Georgia area. Mattison was drawn to the park because she is fascinated with the different time eras represented here. She wanted to explore the history of this special place through an anthropological lens. You will find Mattison at the front desk on week days greeting visitors and providing them information about the park. She is most excited about interacting with visitors and answering their questions using her knowledge gained in her collegiate studies. Her favorite thing to do at the park is to rove the Bartram Trail, since there is a lot of wildlife to see if you walk quietly. The wooded area creates great shade to walk under, especially during those hot Georgia days. You may catch Mattison out there next time you are in the park. Mattison is excited to take what she's learned here back to school with her in the fall. Until then, you can find her at the Visitor Center, on the Bartram trail, and even giving an Earth Lodge Tour (or two) before the summer ends. |
Last updated: July 2, 2023