ParkCare volunteering

The ACT Government recognises the value and importance of volunteering in building an inclusive, healthy and engaged community.

The ParkCare initiative has been a flagship community volunteer program hosted by the ACT Parks and Conservation Service since 1989. We work in partnership with the community to provide opportunities for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to become involved in volunteer programs.

ParkCare is divided into 4 streams:

ParkCare Patch

Join one of the many ParkCare and 'Friends of' groups throughout the ACT to help to protect and enhance your local environment. ParkCare Patch volunteers provide an invaluable contribution to the planning and ongoing management of ecosystems and reserves in the ACT.

RangerAssist

Work side by side with our rangers to help with a diverse range of tasks associated with managing our environment.

WildlifeAssist

Work with the Threatened Species Team at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve to help with the care and management of our native wildlife. Other field surveys are included in this program such as Grassland Earless Dragons, Platypus, Rosenberg Monitors and Gang-Gang Cockatoo monitoring projects.

VisitorAssist

Work face-to-face with our visitors through the popular Visitor Interpretation Program at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve and Namadgi National Park or in one of our visitor information centres.

ParkCare is an inclusive, valued and rewarding volunteer program where positive volunteer experiences contribute to improved environmental, social and educational outcomes.

'For me, ParkCare means being in the bush with others who share my interests in looking after the plants, animals and landscapes there.'
– Sarah, Volunteer Coordinator of the Mount Painter ParkCare group.