If you’ve ever wanted to recreate and participate in service-learning opportunities, start getting involved at an early age! Join one of these groups for kids, teens, and young adults, who do projects and activities together in national parks.
Here are some ways you can fulfill these requirements through our youth-serving partners:
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Help clean up a park
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Work with a park to design a project that helps the park
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Participate in Junior Ranger activities
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Take field trips
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Join a camp
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Apply to be part of a conservation or service corps
Girl Scouts of the USA Partnership
As a Girl Scout, participate in a variety of educational activities or service projects at national park sites, and earn a patch.
Scouting America Partnership
As a Scout or Cub Scout, have fun doing educational and volunteer service projects at national park sites, and earn a patch.
Boys and Girls Clubs of America
Learn about history and aspects of environmental stewardship in our parks through hands-on STEM activities.
YMCA
Join a summer camp, be exposed to different recreational activities, engage in service projects, and learn about nature and history.
21st Century Conservation Service Corps
Help protect, restore, and enhance America’s great outdoors through conservation opportunities.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer your time at our 400+ national park sites for various activities, including park programs and events.
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Youth and Young Adult Program News
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Last updated: October 9, 2024