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Volunteer Excursion to Dolly Steamboat, Tonto National Forest, Tortilla Flat in AZ Today we had a fun day taking an excursion with some of our fellow volunteers. We took a short trip through Arizona’s Tonto National Forest via historic Apache Trail to Canyon Lake Marina near Tortilla Flat. We boarded the Dolly Steamboat for the […]

Saying Goodbye to the Dutchman: Reflections on a Volunteer Chapter Four months passed so quickly! It seems like both a blink and an eternity when you’re immersed in the beauty and camaraderie of a place like Lost Dutchman State Park. For the two of us and our sweet dog, Tempe, this past season has been

Navigating the Challenges of Campground and Visitor Center Volunteering While Volunteering is a noble and honorable thing to do, it does come with its own set of challenges.  Volunteering at campgrounds and visitor centers offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature, share your passion for the outdoors, and contribute to the preservation of our

Hit the Trail and Pitch Your Tent: A Guide to Safe and Respectful Camping and Hiking The call of the wild is strong for many outdoor enthusiasts. Fresh air, stunning views, and the crackling campfire – camping and hiking offer an escape from the everyday and a chance to reconnect with nature. But keep in

The Trials of RV Repair on the Road: Full-time RV living: it’s the dream of open roads, scenic views, and the freedom to roam wherever your heart desires. But like any dream, it comes with its own set of realities. One of the biggest challenges? Maintaining your rolling home when your house has wheels, repairs

Our First Week: Getting Our Hands Dirty at Lost Dutchman State park We just wrapped up our first week volunteering at the stunning Lost Dutchman State Park in Arizona, and let us tell you, it’s been an experience! Nestled on 328 acres of breathtaking desert landscape, this park requires constant upkeep to maintain its natural

A First-Hand Account of Giving Back at Lake Sacajawea Helping to Preserve the Beauty of Fishhook Campground and Day Use Area The Serene Setting on the Lake Imagine spending your days surrounded by the stunning beauty of Lake Sacajawea on the Snake River surrounded by thousands of acres of Washington State’s Apple trees. As a

A Day in the Life of a Volunteer at the Visitor Center A typical day you may expect as a volunteer at the Humboldt Redwoods California State Park visitor center on the Avenue of the Giants can vary by location and depends upon what organization you are representing, but for us, these are some of

Spellbound in the Redwoods Have you ever dreamed of spending your days surrounded by towering redwoods, sharing your passion for nature with visitors from around the world? As a volunteer at the Humboldt Visitor Center in the Redwoods State Park – Weott, California, we had the privilege of doing just that. When we completed our