Volunteer with the BLM

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer! The Bureau of Land Management offers a wide range of opportunities for individuals, families, and groups to get involved and make a difference on your public lands.

Whether you're looking for a one-time project or a longer-term commitment, there are many ways to contribute. Volunteers support a variety of BLM programs, including recreation, environmental education, cultural and historical resource preservation, and the management of wild horses and burros.

Your time and skills help us care for the nation’s natural and cultural treasures while fostering stronger connections with the communities we serve. We hope your volunteer experience will deepen your understanding and appreciation of these important public resources.

Thanks for your interest in becoming a volunteer! There are many ways you can help care for your public lands, from one-time opportunities to longer-term positions.
Volunteer Opportunities
Thanks for your interest in becoming a volunteer! There are many ways you can help care for your public lands, from one-time opportunities to longer-term positions.
volunteers working outdoors on a project

Inspiring Stories of BLM Volunteers

National Office
A woman leads a group of four people down stone steps.

BLM recognizes 2025 Community Engagement Award winners

Congratulations to the recipients of the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) 2025 Community Engagement Awards! These annual awards honor exceptional contributions to BLM’s community engagement programs in Education, Interpretation, Partnerships, Volunteers, and Youth.
Arizona, Colorado River DO, Kingman FO
Mrs. Claus standing in the background watching a little girl visit with Santa Claus next to the table where children chose a present while visiting.

Smokey Bear joins Mr. & Mrs. Claus to continue LTVA annual toy giveaway

Volunteering their time and resources, BLM employees and volunteers brought holiday cheer to families during the annual Long-Term Visitor Area toy giveaway.
California, Arcata FO
Volunteers installed a new interpretive panel in the OHV Rock Crawl Area.

Stewardship and smiles at Samoa Dunes: BLM California hosts National Public Lands Day event

Volunteers, off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts, and local partners recently gathered along the coast at the BLM's Samoa Dunes Recreation Area to celebrate National Public Lands Day with a unique blend of service and adventure.
National Office
A group of youth raft on the river.

BLM is thankful for public lands volunteers

This Thanksgiving season, we are grateful for the many ways volunteers give back to our public lands. This year’s National Public Lands Day, celebrated on Sept. 27, was a prime example of the valuable role volunteerism plays in land management.
Utah, Green River DO
A Boy Scout in uniform looks down as an adult leader pins the Eagle Scout medal to his chest. The scout wears a sash covered in merit badges, and other scouts are visible seated in the background.

Building for birds: Scouts support public lands

Eagle Scout Sam Bender led 48 volunteers to build 15 bird boxes at Pariette Wetlands, boosting wildlife habitat and earning his Eagle rank. The BLM welcomes Scouts and others to partner on service projects.
Wyoming, Wind River/Bighorn Basin DO, Worland FO
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Improving recreational experiences in the Worland Field Office with volunteers

BLM Worland Field Office and volunteers from the community came together on Sept. 6 to restore recreational areas as part of a National Public Lands Day effort.
Utah, West Desert DO, Salt Lake FO
A camper and a vehicle are pictured among piles of debris and trash

BLM dispersed camping rules enforced through local action and Tooele County partnership

Lake Point citizens and law enforcement worked together to address illegal camping and restore the affected public land.
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rawlins FO
BLM WY staff and WY Conservation Corp crew pose for a photo during the restoration project at Muddy Creek in WY.

Partnership drives ongoing habitat restoration in Muddy Creek watershed

BLM, Trout Unlimited, and youth crews installed 98 beaver dam analogs in the Muddy Creek watershed, restoring 14 miles of habitat for native fish, mule deer, sage grouse, and other wildlife.
Nevada, Battle Mountain DO, Mount Lewis FO
A pool of water on desert floor near wooden boards.

Spencer Hot Springs National Public Lands Day cleanup

Spencer Hot Springs gets makeover on Sept. 27, 2025, and the Battle Mountain District seeks volunteers.
California
Canoeing out water hyacinth during removal efforts at the Cosumnes River Preserve.

Pulling Together at Cosumnes River Preserve

BLM and American Conservation Experience (ACE) teamed up at Cosumnes River Preserve to remove invasive hyacinth and primrose.

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National Public Lands Day 2021