Volunteer Program

The CSFS Volunteer Program provides hands-on opportunities for people of all ages and experience levels to learn about forestry and natural resources.

The Volunteer Program

CSFS Volunteers during Forestry Field Day at Ben Delatour Scout Ranch

CSFS Volunteer Information

The volunteer program seeks to achieve stewardship of Colorado's diverse forest environments through forestry outreach and service.

Volunteer projects help the CSFS meet its mission and include important educational components.

Potential project work days may include:

  • cutting trees to mitigate hazards and improve forest health;
  • reducing wildfire threats in a forest;
  • supporting various Arbor Day activities;
  • planting trees along a windbreak; and
  • managing exotic weeds.

Volunteers are encouraged to participate in formal training events, such as:

  • equipment safety and use;
  • tree identification;
  • insect and disease identification;
  • urban and community forestry;
  • environmental education with youth; and
  • professionalism in natural resources management.

Volunteer Commitment

Participation levels vary, depending on volunteers' availability and interests. Volunteers may:

  • volunteer throughout the state,
  • volunteer for long-term, short-term or one-time events, or
  • volunteer as a group or class.

Many college and high school students are CSFS volunteers. Volunteering offers opportunities to gain experience and network with professionals.

CSFS Volunteers are a critical aspect of our mission and serve as agency representatives to our customers. We expect that every volunteer will act professionally, treat others respectfully, practice safety first and have a genuine interest to learn about forestry and natural resources.