Have you ever considered becoming an Ottawa County Parks volunteer? We have a number of new opportunities!
We are looking for individuals to help us:
Manage natural resources by becoming a Park Steward. This is a great volunteer position for students studying natural resources management, current or retired biologists, or anyone interested in learning (a lot) more about the natural resources in our parks. More info about the Park Stewards program.
Monitor their favorite parks. Park monitors get to spend time in their favorite park and open space. They help us keep the keep the park looking great and inform us of any issues.
Help with general maintenance. We work on a range of maintenance projects outdoors and in our facilities on a daily basis. If you have skill with tools, carpentry, painting, etc we would love to have your help!
Tend to gardens. There are a few gardens within the Parks system that require special attention. If you have a green thumb, consider becoming a Garden Volunteer.
Help with administrative tasks. Staff is very busy at the main office and Nature Education Center answering phones, getting organized, entering data, and more. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, but would prefer to work indoors, consider becoming an Administrative Support volunteer.
We also have a new internship opportunity for anyone interested in helping research ways to share historical information about the parks online.
There are opportunities for all ages and skills, with flexible time commitments. It’s a great way to get outside and learn more about our community’s natural areas. In fact, we can guarantee you’ll learn something new. If you’re interested in joining our awesome volunteer team, please complete an application.
Not sure which Ottawa County Parks and Open Space Lands are near you? Check out this list:
Holland
- Adams Street Landing
- Hawthorn Pond Natural Area
- Historic Ottawa Beach Parks, includes Mt. Pisgah and Black Lake Boardwalk
- Paw Paw Park
- Riley Trails
- Tunnel Park
- Port Sheldon Natural Area (open space)
- Van Buren Street Dunes (open space)
Zeeland
- Upper Macatawa Natural Area
Grand Haven / Grand Haven Township
- Connor Bayou
- Crockery Creek Natural Area
- Musketawa Trail
- Riverside Park
- Rosy Mound Natural Area
- Bur Oak Landing (open space)
- Johnson Street Forest (open space)
- Robinson Forest (open space)
Coopersville
- Deer Creek Park
- Eastmanville Farm
Jenison / Georgetown Township
- Grand River Park
- Grand Ravines
- Hager Park
- Bend Area (open space)
Allendale
- Grand Ravines – in Jenison, but adjacent to GVSU
- Eastmanville Bayou (open space)
- Grand River Open Space (open space)
West Olive
- Hemlock Crossing / Pine Bend
- Kirk Park
- Olive Shores
- Pigeon Creek Park
- Hiawatha Forest (open space)
- Nature Education Center at Hemlock Crossing
- Parks Administrative Office at the Fillmore Complex
Ferrysburg / Spring Lake
- North Beach Park
- North Ottawa Dunes
- Ottawa Sands
Grandville
- Spring Grove Park
Casnovia
- Grose Park