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 Peterson, 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

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

Key contributors who volunteer on a recurring basis in various roles, such as:

Community engagement
Land stewardship
Leading hikes
Donor services
Tribute Program
Media and content

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Specialized Volunteers

These volunteers apply for specialized positions that require a high level of skill and responsibility. The availability of these types of roles depends on current needs.

Open specialized volunteer positions:

One-Time Opportunities

Currently, there are no upcoming one-time volunteer opportunities. Please check this page regularly for updates.

Group Volunteer Opportunities

Book a private volunteer experience with Sempervirens Fund. We welcome requests from groups from corporations, nonprofit and religious organizations, community groups, clubs, schools, and more. Group volunteer opportunities generally last four hours, depending on the activity. We will work with you to find the opportunity that fits your groups and our organization’s needs. Please submit your request form at least two months prior to the preferred event date.

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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.