As members of the community, volunteers serve as neighborhood stewards, strengthening the refuge's connection to the public.
Volunteer with the Friends
FOHR Nature Store Volunteer
Assist customers in our gift shop featuring nature-themed products that raise funds for environmental education programs at the refuge.
Photo Group Member
Help facilitate the Annual Nature Photo Contest that takes place each year in the fall.
Board Member
Share your passion for the environment with like-minded individuals by serving on the board of directors.
Contact info@fohrefuge.org if you are interested in volunteering with the Friends.
Volunteer with the Refuge
Environmental Education Assistant
Interact with students and teachers to lead or assist engaging, hands-on lessons about science and the outdoors.
Interpretive Walk Leader
Share your knowledge of the refuge and natural history by leading hikes for visitors.
Maintenance Volunteer
Assist our facilities team with various projects like construction, plumbing, painting, mowing, weeding, and more.
Front Desk Volunteer
Greet and orient visitors at the front desk of our visitor center.
Weed Warrior
Enrich wildlife habitat within the refuge by participating in the restoration of native plant communities.
Service Projects
The refuge can provide community service projects for certain groups. If your school, church, or organization is interested in participating in a service project, please contact our volunteer coordinator. Our needs change frequently, but we will do our best to work with your talents and interests.
All prospective volunteers should download and complete a volunteer application and submit it to the refuge’s Visitor Services Manager, David Stoughton. Forms may be submitted via email to hannah_thompkins@fws.gov or in person at the visitor center.
This application will be forwarded to appropriate refuge staff who will determine how your talents can be best used at Heinz Refuge. Training for all positions will be provided. For further information, contact us at 215-558-5220.
