Volunteer

Together for the Trees

Join the Sempervirens Fund volunteer team and make a meaningful difference in protecting and restoring the redwood forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Whether leading hikes, caring for the land, or engaging with the community, you’ll help ensure these majestic trees thrive for generations.

Discover the joy of connecting with nature, meeting new people, and leaving a lasting legacy. Join us today!

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Jen Parks smiles holding a bouquet of flowers, by Michael Parks

What Our Volunteers Are Saying

"Volunteering with Sempervirens has been an absolute joy. It has provided me the opportunity to share the serene and refreshing power of the redwoods with others. These special moments create an awareness of the earth we all share, and foster a sense of connection, community, and life."

- Jen Parks, Volunteer

Dale and Dell Peterson smile into the camera wearing Sempervirens Fund gear in front of a redwood tree, by Julie Seelen

What Our Volunteers Are Saying

"We've been proud Sempervirens volunteers since 2001 or so. In all those years, we've worked at many Sempervirens events, led hikes at Castle Rock and served as docent ambassadors for Sempervirens Fund on Roaring Camp Railroads’ redwood train rides."

- Dale and Dell Petersen, Volunteers

What Our Volunteers Are Saying

"The kindness and receptiveness I have received from the entire staff at Sempervirens Fund is second to none, not to mention the friendships and professional connections I have formed in the process of volunteering. My life has been consistently enriched by the organization's variety of options for giving back, the meaningful interactions I have had with the staff and supporters in the process, and the fun and education I have gained along the way! I highly recommend volunteering with Sempervirens Fund to anyone, whether novice or experienced volunteer."

- Kelly Flynn, Volunteer

What Our Volunteers Are Saying

"I had the chance to volunteer with Sempervirens Fund on a land stewardship project in the Santa Cruz Mountains, helping remove invasive French broom near the headwaters of Zayante Creek. I am grateful for the chance to support an organization that is actively protecting and restoring the redwood forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Looking forward to more days in the field, more invasive plants out of the ground, and more opportunities to give back to the places that have given me so much."

- Ismael Cortez, Volunteer

What We Offer

As a volunteer for Sempervirens Fund, you'll gain access to exciting and exclusive opportunities to:

Get exclusive Sempervirens Fund merchandise! The more time you dedicate to our mission, the more perks.
Receive a free AllTrails subscription (limited to Hike Leaders only)
Connect with like-minded individuals working together to protect the stunning coast redwoods.
Grow your skills and experience with hands-on opportunities and professional development.
Explore unique places through invitations to special hiking tours and property visits.
Give back while fulfilling community service hours in a meaningful and impactful way.

Volunteer Opportunities

At Sempervirens Fund, we offer a variety of opportunities and roles to suit people of all different backgrounds, interests, and talents:

Core Volunteers

Dedicated individuals who volunteer regularly and play a vital role in protecting the redwoods.

Core volunteers serve in any of these three key areas:

Community Engagement: Help raise awareness about redwoods and Sempervirens Fund at events while connecting people to the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Leading Hikes or Sweeping: Guide hikers on scenic trails in local State Parks and Sempervirens Fund properties to foster deeper connections with coast redwoods.
Land Stewardship: Join hands-on projects like invasive plant removal, fuel reduction, and habitat restoration to protect redwood forests.

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Specialized Volunteers

Volunteers who have been selected for unique projects requiring specific skills, such as marketing or fundraising. The availability of these roles depends on staff needs and capacity.

At this time, all specialized volunteer roles have been filled.

One-Time Opportunities

Want to make a difference in just one day? Join us for a single volunteer event, like invasive plant removal out in the redwoods.

Upcoming Events

Group Volunteer Opportunities

Plan a volunteer day with Sempervirens Fund and make a lasting impact on the redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains! We welcome groups from corporations, nonprofits, schools, clubs, community organizations, and more. Most group volunteer experiences last about four hours, depending on the activity. We’ll work with you to create an opportunity that meets your group’s goals and supports our mission of protecting redwoods.

To get started, please submit your request form at least two months prior to the preferred date.

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Corporate Volunteer Matching

Have Questions? We’re Here to Help!

Curious about volunteering with Sempervirens Fund? Our Community Engagement Manager would be happy to answer your questions!

Robbie Brown
rbrown@sempervirens.org
650-472-9647

Regional Volunteer Opportunities

Here are additional volunteer opportunities with partners and organizations that support our forests and parks:

Big Basin Redwoods State Park entrance sign

Castle Rock State Park and Big Basin Redwoods State Park

Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Association (SCMTA)
Sempervirens Fund helped found the SCMTA in 1969 that builds and maintains trails in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Join their Castle Rock Trail Crew, Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail Crew or Big Basin Volunteer Trail Crew. Visit their website for volunteer trail crew details and schedules (you will need to apply for membership to view the calendar and details). And get Involved with Reimagining Big Basin, more info here.