Volunteer
You Can Make a Difference!
We deeply appreciate our volunteers and welcome everyone, regardless of background or skill set, to support our mission. Whether you’re interested in gardening, outdoor activities, event support, administrative tasks, or exploring new possibilities, we’ll match your passions with meaningful opportunities to make a difference.
As a volunteer, you will receive the training you need and Greenbelt swag, connect with like-minded individuals, and stay informed through our volunteer e-newsletter.
Join our team to meet new people, learn new skills, have fun, and contribute to our vital conservation work!
Fill Out Volunteer Inquiry Form Download our Volunteer Handbook MyImpact Volunteer Login
Volunteer Opportunities

Outdoor Stewardship
Monitor Greenbelt’s properties, attend stewardship project workdays, or tend to the native plants in the Cox Reservation gardens!

Community Science
“Adopt a nest” and monitor seasonal Osprey activity in Essex County.

Field Program Volunteers and Outreach Ambassadors
Support Greenbelt hikes, table at community events, and spread the news about Greenbelt and the importance of land conservation.

Office & Administrative Volunteers
Advance Greenbelt’s mission by assisting with mailings, data entry, administrative projects and more!

Events
Lend a hand at one of our many events, including Art in the Barn, Tour de Greenbelt, Film and Lecture Series, trail runs, and more!

Photographers, Special Skills
Use your special skills and talents to advance Greenbelt’s conservation work! We are always looking for people with expertise in photography to help document our events. Perhaps you have background as an environmental educator, web designer, fundraising or database specialist, or something else?
If you have expertise that might advance Greenbelt’s mission, we’d love to connect!
Let Our Staff Assist You
- John Turvey, Volunteer Program Coordinator
978-768-7241 ext. 128