The Dirt: calendar of hands-on volunteer opportunities

Marymoor recycling crew volunteer

Come volunteer for summer fun as an environmentally friendly member of the “Marymoor Composter/Recycling Crew”! Teach concert-goers about sorting recyclable and compostable materials and assist them in using appropriate bins, and help keep the Marymoor concert venue free of litter.

In exchange for your service, volunteers receive free entry and parking to the shows at which they volunteer. A minimum commitment of three concerts is preferred, and shift hours vary depending on show times. Training will be provided on site. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old. more information about the concerts and volunteering, visit our Concerts at Marymoor page.

King County Parks restoration projects 

Bring the family and friends and have fun helping out at restoration projects! Join us on a Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, however some events start at 10:00 AM or if you have a group that wants to work during the week or on a weekend, give us a call to arrange an event. To sign-up and get directions, or for more information, call or e-mail Tina Miller.

Dates and locations:

• June 13th at Log Cabin Natural Area along Issaquah Creek near Issaquah

• June 27^th at Red-town Meadow at Cougar Mt. from 10 to 2

• July 11^th at Auburn Narrows Natural Area near Auburn

• July 18^thKing County greenhouse and nursery, help transplant or weed native trees and shrubs

King County Parks is looking for groups this summer

Does your family reunion want to start with a service project? Is your office or group looking for a different type of get together? King County Parks would love to have your help this summer. We are in need of backcountry trail work, restoration projects need to be watered and weeded, and the King County greenhouse and nursery has lots of plants that need to be sorted for the fall planting season. Call or e-mail Tina Miller to schedule an event.

King County Parks backcountry trail projects

Join with our partners, Washington Trails Association to help out King County Park's backcountry trails. To join a trail event go to www.wta.org (external link) to sign up or call 206-625-1367.

Dates and locations:

• Grand Ridge, near Issaquah – June 12^th and June 26^th

• Cougar Mt., near Newcastle – July 10^th and July 24^th

Native plant holding facility
Groups are needed to care for salvaged native trees and shrubs at our holding facility near Sammamish. To schedule a group work party, please contact Cindy Young.

Adopt-a-Park & Park Ambassador Programs
These programs provide opportunities for groups or individuals to help maintain King County's 180 parks, 175 miles of regional trails, and 130 miles of backcountry trails.  For more information please contact Laurie Clinton, volunteer coordinator.

Salmon counts and habitat restoration

Salmon Watcher Program
Help us learn more about our local salmon and what they need to thrive. Contact Jennifer at 206-263-6533.

Miller and Walker Creeks Stewardship
Help restore these creeks in SW King County, pick up litter and pull noxious weeds.

Volunteer for Salmon!

Green River habitat restoration - students needed! Learn about restoring habitat while planting trees and shrubs. Groups of volunteers are needed for restoring habitat along the Green River. Weekdays preferred. 4th grade and up. Please contact John Koon.

Road edge planting volunteers

King County Roads Landscape Enhancement Program
Volunteer to tend roadside plants in your neighborhood.