Become an Active Steward of Colorado's Natural Spaces
VOLUNTEERS FOR OUTDOOR COLORADO
How We Make Impact: The VOC Model
For 40 years, we've partnered directly with land management agencies who know their lands best. Our volunteer leadership model empowers hundreds of trained volunteer leaders to manage projects—amplifying our impact far beyond what staff alone could accomplish.
Partnership-Driven
We work with agencies and organizations who know the land best, ensuring every project meets critical conservation needs
Volunteer Leadership
Trained volunteer crew leaders, chefs, and technical advisors multiply our impact—we're not limited by staff size
40+ Years of Expertise
From trail building to ecological restoration to chainsaw certifications, we provide comprehensive training and project support
Our 2025 Impact Across Colorado
3,500
Volunteers Engaged
14.5
Miles of Trail Built & Maintained
29,020
Volunteer Hours Contributed
$1.1M
Value of Donated Volunteer Labor
6,600
Native Trees, Shrubs & Bushes Planted
440 lbs
Produce Planted, Harvested & Donated
The Work We Do Together
From trail building to habitat restoration, every project helps preserve Colorado's natural spaces
Trail Building and Maintenance
Construct and repair hiking trails across Colorado
Ecological Restoration
Restore habitats and protect native ecosystems
Invasive Species Removal
Clear non-native plants to protect Colorado's biodiversity
Native Plant Installation
Plant native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers
Getting Started is Easy
No experience required—we provide training, tools, and expert guidance on every project
Browse Projects
Explore upcoming volunteer opportunities on our project calendar (April-October)
Sign Up
Register for projects that fit your schedule—single day, overnight, or multi-day options available
Show Up & Learn
We provide all tools, training, and meals. Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn!
Make an Impact
Work alongside trained crew leaders and land managers to create lasting change
First Time Volunteering?
We welcome people of all ages and abilities. Trained crew leaders guide every project and provide hands-on instruction.
Common Questions
Stories from the Field
"I just reached a milestone of 300 projects with VOC and have gained a whole community and lifelong friends through the VOC experience."
Steve West started as a first-time volunteer and has grown into a crew leader, technical advisor, and OSI instructor. His journey shows the incredible leadership pathways available through VOC—from showing up for a single day to becoming an essential part of our conservation community.
Like Steve, hundreds of volunteers have discovered that VOC is more than just weekend projects—it's a community of passionate stewards who care deeply about Colorado's outdoor spaces.
"The work was accomplished in a very short time. The VOC project was a great benefit to the state park and the people who will visit it."
— Park Manager at Jackson Lake State Park
Support Colorado's Outdoors
Whether you give your time, skills, or financial support—every contribution helps preserve our natural spaces
Volunteer
Join a project and contribute your time to preserving Colorado's natural spaces
Donate
Your donation provides tools, training, and project supplies that make our work possible
Take A Training
Build conservation skills through our Outdoor Stewardship Institute program
Become A Leader
Amplify your impact by leading volunteer crews and mentoring others
Our Programs
Specialized initiatives that deepen engagement and build conservation leadership
Our Partners
We collaborate with land management agencies, conservation organizations, and community partners across Colorado
Boulder County
Jefferson County Open Space
Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado State Parks
City of Fort Collins
Eagle County
Summit County
Douglass County
U.S. Forest Service
Bureau of Land Management
Denver Parks & Recreation
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News, stories, and updates from the field
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