Become a Parks “VIP" 

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Looking for a rewarding way to make a difference in your community, gain valuable skills, make new friends, and create lasting memories all while making a positive impact while enjoying the great outdoors? Join the Broward County Parks and Recreation Division as a volunteer and become part of a vibrant team dedicated to preserving nature, promoting wellness, and creating unforgettable experiences for residents and visitors alike! 

Our Mission 

To increase community involvement with Broward County Parks by providing a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals, corporations, and organizations in order to assist in the beautification, maintenance, and programming of the County's park system. 

As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to: 

• Assist with exciting special events and festivals. 
• Lead or support recreational activities such as arts and crafts, sports or nature programs. 
• Help with trail clean-ups, gardening, or beautification projects. 
• Provide support during environmental education programs. 
• Lend a hand at our nature centers, campgrounds, or water parks. 

• Be a friendly face at community outreach booths and information stations. 

Types of Volunteer Opportunities: 

• Regular Service Volunteer: Perfect if you want to make a consistent commitment and become part of a team. Regular Service Volunteers serve on an ongoing basis weekly, monthly, or seasonally, helping in the same park or program. You'll receive training, develop new skills, and build meaningful connections with staff and visitors. By successfully completing and passing your criminal background check, you will be approved to participate in our Regular Service Volunteer opportunities.

• Occasional Service Volunteer (Workday): Ideal for those with limited availability or a flexible schedule. Occasional Service Volunteers participate in one-time or short-term projects such as cleanups, festivals, or special events. It's a great way to give back and have fun without a long-term commitment.

Volunteers must be at least 13 years of age to participate without a parent or legal guardian present. 

All individuals 17 years of age and under must complete and submit a Parental Permission Agreement prior to participating.  
Note: We recommend volunteers bring gardening gloves, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and drinking water. Be sure to wear appropriate outdoor attire such as long pants, long sleeves, and closed-toed shoes.

Ready to get started? Click here to join and help bring our parks to life! Check the list of parks to find the best location for you.  

Additional Information:

Campground Host Program 

Responsible for security, safety, and customer service of registered campers within campground area past park closing hours. Duties include but are not limited to patrolling park and its campgrounds, maintaining patrol log, enforcing rules and regulations, and primary contact for camper's questions and concerns. In exchange for the above services, the volunteer will be permitted to reside in the campgrounds at a discounted rate. The park will provide the volunteer with a designated site determined by Park Management. Volunteer must provide their own camping equipment. Looking for a volunteer who will reside in park's campgrounds for an extended period of time. Position currently available at Easterlin Park (May 2024). Call 954-357-5193 for more information.

Friends Groups and Longtime Volunteers 

Anne Kolb, Fern Forest, Long Key, and Secret Woods nature centers and Deerfield Island, T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park, and Tradewinds Park also have their own volunteer friends groups. Additional friends groups that have been established over the past few years are: 

Florida Master Gardeners of Broward County To learn more about each friends group, please visit our Friends Group Web page. There are also longtime volunteers at such specialized facilities as the Tradewinds Park Stables & Educational Farm, the Mar kham Park Target Range, Markham Park Airfield, and the mountain bike trails  at Markham and Quiet Waters parks.

Thanks to all our volunteer groups - for more information on individual groups and their contributions, visit our Community & Corporate Partnerships page. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate in programs, services, and activities must contact the Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170 or TTY 954-537- 2844 at least five business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event.