Become A
Licking Park District Volunteer!

Qualifications

Be an advocate for the Licking Park District. We are looking for energetic, enthusiastic, friendly people who want to make a positive contribution to our programs and operations.
Have an interest in the Licking Park District’s mission of preserving Licking County’s cultural and natural history. An interest in educating the public is a plus.
Have the ability to interact positively and effectively with people.
Be at least 14 years of age,11 with a parent/guardian
Parental approval of participation is required if you are under 18 years of age.

Opportunity to make a contribution to the programs and operations of the Licking Park District
The satisfaction of knowing that you are helping to preserve green space in Licking County
Learn new skills.
Meet new people and make new friends.
Work experience. Many employers consider volunteer experience as valuable as paid work experience.
Volunteering for the Park District is especially beneficial for those who are interested in a career in Natural Resources or education.
Academic Credit. It may be possible to gain high school or college credit by volunteering as an intern for the Park District. See your guidance counselor or academic advisor regarding internship possibilities and contact the Program Coordinator for the Park District.
Tax Benefits as allowed by the charitable contributions provisions of the IRS code.

Put your talents to use or learn new skills by helping us with one of our many projects. Below are just a few of the opportunities available.

Living History Interpreter:
Assist staff in educating residents about our cultural and natural heritage. Demonstrate a craft or task. Dress in period clothing.

Historian:
Assist staff in keeping records on Park District programs and facilities.

Mounted Trail Patrol:
Ride your own horse and monitor trail conditions, usage and interact with visitors.

Natural Resources Assistant:
Assist staff with land management activities (tree planting, mowing); conduct plant and animal surveys; wildlife management (bluebird box monitoring, wetland monitoring).

Special Event Support:
Asisst with the Community Easter Egg Hunt, Historical Reenactment, Cruise-In at the Park, Autumn Gathering, Haunted Park, and Christmas in the Country.