Volunteering
in the dunes
For more than 70 years, volunteers have been at the heart of the movement to protect and care for the dunes. Today, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference in this extraordinary landscape.
To maximize regional impact, we encourage volunteers to work directly with our park partners whenever possible.
Indiana Dunes National Park
As an official partner of the park, Save the Dunes encourages volunteers to support stewardship projects directly with the National Park Service. Opportunities include habitat restoration, invasive species removal, trail work, and visitor support.
Learn more about volunteer opportunities at the Indiana Dunes National Park.
Indiana Dunes State Park
The state park also offers hands-on opportunities to care for the dunes, including restoration projects, trail maintenance, and special stewardship events.
Learn more about volunteer opportunities at the Indiana Dunes State Park.
Volunteer with Save the Dunes
Throughout the year, Save the Dunes hosts a variety of volunteer opportunities that support our conservation, education, and community engagement work.
Opportunities may include:
- Beach clean-ups
- Habitat restoration projects
- Stewardship days in the national park
- Historic Barker House grounds clean-ups
- Event support and community outreach
These opportunities vary throughout the year. The best way to stay informed is to join our volunteer email list.
Email us and let us know you’d like to be added to the list to hear about upcoming volunteer opportunities with Save the Dunes.
Corporate Volunteer Opportunities
Save the Dunes also offers meaningful volunteer experiences for businesses and corporate partners.
Companies that support Save the Dunes at the $10,000+ giving level are eligible for annual corporate volunteer opportunities at the Indiana Dunes National Park, organized by Save the Dunes. These events provide teams with a hands-on way to support conservation while engaging employees in the protection of this nationally significant landscape.
Visit our Become a Partner Page or Contact Us to learn more about our business and corporate partner opportunities.
