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Volunteering
"Caring for the Land, Serving People." These six words sum up the Forest Service's mission which is made possible by volunteer stewards like you. A wide range of volunteers of all abilities help the Gifford Pinchot National Forest with critical stewardship activities year-round.
Select a category below to learn more about opportunities to get involved:
Heritage/Archeology (see also Passport in Time)
Trail maintenance and construction
Contact Us about Volunteering:
Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument
Diane Bedell
Recreation Program Manager
diane.bedell@usda.gov
Mount St. Helens Institute
www.mshinstitute.org/volunteer (Volunteer in education, interpretation, events, climbing & trails)
Mt. Adams Ranger District
David Wickwire
Recreation Program Manager
509-395-3410; david.wickwire@usda.gov
Cowlitz Valley Ranger District
Kacy Smith
Recreation Staff Officer
(360) 497-1120; kacy.smith@usda.gov
Gifford Pinchot National Forest Headquarters
Gala Miller
Community Engagement & Public Affairs
(360) 891-5014; gala.miller@usda.gov
Matt Mawhirter
Heritage Program Manager
matthew.mawhirter@usda.gov
Spotlights
Pacific Crest Trail Association Volunteer Opportunities
The Pacific Crest Trail Assoc. advocates and improves recreation opportunities along the Trail. Find out how you can contribute to the stretch in our National Forest as a volunteer!
Washington Trails Association Volunteer Opportunities
The Washington Trails Association promotes hiking as a healthy, fun way to explore the outdoors. Join one of their trail work parties on the forest.