How can you help?

By becoming a VIP (Volunteer in Parks), you will be working side by side with the LaPorte County Parks staff. Together we can provide more awareness and enjoyment of the resources available in LaPorte County to all citizens. You will be helping us meet our mission. Volunteers are very important people to the LaPorte County Parks system.

“There is only one success, to be able to spend your life in your own way” -Christopher Morely

If spending time in nature is important to your livelihood, become a volunteer with the LaPorte County Parks. How much time you spend here is up to you.

Why Become A VIP?

Volunteering has a long tradition in American society. People volunteer for different reasons. Perhaps they want to make a difference in their lives or in the lives of others, they want to give back to their community, they feel strongly for the cause the organization works towards, they have spare time they want to fill with something worthwhile, or for many other reasons. Whatever your reason, being a volunteer makes you a highly valued resource to the LaPorte County Parks and to the community as a whole.

Where can you help?

Our goal is to provide environmental education and quality aesthetics to visitors of the LaPorte County Parks. Here are a few things you can do to help:

• Nature Center Attendant
• Assist in programs & special events
• Naturalist & Office Aide
• Community Service Projects
• Adopt-A-Trail
• Much more...

Donations
We accept cash, land, or material donations to better our services to visitors. If you wish to make a donation, please contact our park office for more information.

Who can become a VIP?
Do you love nature? Are willing to donate your time and efforts? Do you want to be a part of an organization whose goal is to provide opportunities in nature for generations to come? If you answered yes to these questions, you can be a VIP for the LaPorte County Parks!

Individual Volunteers
Contribute your own talents and interests by providing educational and recreational opportunities for visitors.

Group Volunteers
Contribute your group or organization’s work ethics, experiences, and energy to tackle park projects while achieving a goal within your group.

Student Interns
Contribute your knowledge and desire to learn more to ensure future interest and enjoyment of nature.

Youth/Family Volunteers
Contribute your time while building values, family togetherness and instilling the love of nature into children.

For more information, contact:
Administrative Offices
Red Mill County Park
0185 South Holmesville Road
LaPorte, IN 46350
(219) 325-8315
(219) 873-7014 Ext. 223

Naturalist Offices
Luhr County Park
3178 South 150 West
LaPorte, IN 46350
(219) 324-5855

Click here to get the Volunteer Brochure!

Brochure in Abode PDF Format