Volunteer: Trail Survey Walks and MaintenanceWant to enjoy a nice walk on a trail and volunteer at the same time?! We will carry some small hand tools with us (hand pruners, loppers, litter grabber, buckets, etc.) as we walk a trail so that we can take care of any problem areas we may come across. If you enjoy your survey walk with us and would like to continue doing this on your own time, please sign up for our Adopt-a-Trail Program! Feel free to ask questions about this program while on the survey hike. Trails/meeting locations will vary; registered volunteers will be notified ahead of time of where to meet. June 30th location will be at Fork Branch Nature Preserve in DoverProgram: Killens Pond State Park Want to enjoy a nice walk on a trail and volunteer at the same time?! We will carry some small hand tools with us (hand pruners, loppers, litter grabber, buckets, etc.) as we walk a trail so that we can take care of any problem areas we may come across. If you enjoy your survey walk with us and would like to continue doing this on your own time, please sign up for our Adopt-a-Trail Program! Feel free to ask questions about this program while on the survey hike. Trails/meeting locations will vary; registered volunteers will be notified ahead of time of where to meet. June 30th location will be at Fork Branch Nature Preserve in DoverProgram: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 19943 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Trail Maintenance with the Friends of Killens Pond!Join the Friends of Killens Pond State Park in this beautification activity! Volunteers help to keep Killens Pond beautiful by engaging in trail trimming/maintenance activities, and other park projects as needed. Tools are available to share; please bring gloves if you have them. Please try to arrive a little before 9am as to not miss the crew dispersing into the park. *March 12th, 2026: Trail crew will be assisting with much needed help of tree limb clean up from recent snowstorm! Please sign up to help if you are available :)
Sign up for our April 23rd date in honor of Earth Day! Meeting Location Description Park Maintenance Google Maps Link Park Maintenance Written Directions Park maintenance area entrance is the lane located just to the east/left of the main park entrance. Drive down the road, past the two-story house on your right and through the chain-linked fence gate. Park next to the dumpsters. Volunteers and staff should be in the near vicinity to greet you. Entering the Park Don't need a pass for your car. Program: Killens Pond State Park Join the Friends of Killens Pond State Park in this beautification activity! Volunteers help to keep Killens Pond beautiful by engaging in trail trimming/maintenance activities, and other park projects as needed. Tools are available to share; please bring gloves if you have them. Please try to arrive a little before 9am as to not miss the crew dispersing into the park. *March 12th, 2026: Trail crew will be assisting with much needed help of tree limb clean up from recent snowstorm! Please sign up to help if you are available :)
Sign up for our April 23rd date in honor of Earth Day! Meeting Location Description Park Maintenance Google Maps Link Park Maintenance Written Directions Park maintenance area entrance is the lane located just to the east/left of the main park entrance. Drive down the road, past the two-story house on your right and through the chain-linked fence gate. Park next to the dumpsters. Volunteers and staff should be in the near vicinity to greet you. Entering the Park Don't need a pass for your car. Program: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 19943 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Weed Warriors - Killens Pond State ParkAre you interested in helping to reduce the
threat of invasive plants to the land and resources that we have been entrusted
to protect and manage?
Fortunately, public consciousness about the harms of invasive plants — plants not native to the region that grow aggressively, compete with native plants for resources, and displace native plants — continues to rise. Volunteers help to meet this challenge and thus make a significant difference in Killens Pond State Park’s quest to manage invasive plants. We are eager to work with like-minded people who are passionate or want to learn more about this issue. So please join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month, from 10 AM to 12 PM for a rewarding morning of volunteer work removing invasive plants! Event Details - Meeting Location: Pondside Trail Parking lot; link to driving directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/49mXNw8c7GNycwbHA When: 3rd Saturday of the month, 10 AM - 12 PM What to Wear/Bring: Weather-appropriate attire (long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toed shoes)GlovesDrinking waterProgram: Killens Pond State Park Are you interested in helping to reduce the
threat of invasive plants to the land and resources that we have been entrusted
to protect and manage?
Fortunately, public consciousness about the harms of invasive plants — plants not native to the region that grow aggressively, compete with native plants for resources, and displace native plants — continues to rise. Volunteers help to meet this challenge and thus make a significant difference in Killens Pond State Park’s quest to manage invasive plants. We are eager to work with like-minded people who are passionate or want to learn more about this issue. So please join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month, from 10 AM to 12 PM for a rewarding morning of volunteer work removing invasive plants! Event Details - Meeting Location: Pondside Trail Parking lot; link to driving directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/49mXNw8c7GNycwbHA When: 3rd Saturday of the month, 10 AM - 12 PM What to Wear/Bring: Weather-appropriate attire (long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toed shoes)GlovesDrinking waterProgram: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 19943 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: UD Master Naturalist - LOP SiteComplete your Master Naturalist Volunteer Hours with us at Killens Pond State Park! This Opportunity is for registered UD Master Naturalist participants only. Available for year one candidates or continuing service. Activities are as varied as your interests that mesh with the park’s needs and may include: Install or maintain pollinator or rain gardens Engage in invasive plant removal, native plant installation or tree plantings Develop and implement projects to benefit certain plant or animal species such as orchids, birds, reptiles, bats Plan and lead educational or experiential public programming in coordination with Nature Centers and park interpretive programs such as wildflower, bird, or bug walks Participate in organizing multi-park projects such as Coastal Cleanup Conduct special projects such as research initiatives, water resource protection, or other projects that fit the park’s needs and your interests. About Delaware State Parks: Our state parks provide forest, meadow, wetland and seashore habitat for wildlife plus trails, beaches, ponds and recreational facilities for visitors to enjoy nature and the outdoors. Our state parks mission is to provide Delaware's residents and visitors with safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities and open spaces, responsible stewardship of the lands and the cultural and natural resources that we have been entrusted to protect and manage, and resource-based interpretive and educational services. Master Naturalists are currently working to install pollinator gardens, to restore natural areas and to lead themed educational hikes for the public. Please join us and bring your interests and expertise to our state parks! Program: Killens Pond State Park Complete your Master Naturalist Volunteer Hours with us at Killens Pond State Park! This Opportunity is for registered UD Master Naturalist participants only. Available for year one candidates or continuing service. Activities are as varied as your interests that mesh with the park’s needs and may include: Install or maintain pollinator or rain gardens Engage in invasive plant removal, native plant installation or tree plantings Develop and implement projects to benefit certain plant or animal species such as orchids, birds, reptiles, bats Plan and lead educational or experiential public programming in coordination with Nature Centers and park interpretive programs such as wildflower, bird, or bug walks Participate in organizing multi-park projects such as Coastal Cleanup Conduct special projects such as research initiatives, water resource protection, or other projects that fit the park’s needs and your interests. About Delaware State Parks: Our state parks provide forest, meadow, wetland and seashore habitat for wildlife plus trails, beaches, ponds and recreational facilities for visitors to enjoy nature and the outdoors. Our state parks mission is to provide Delaware's residents and visitors with safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities and open spaces, responsible stewardship of the lands and the cultural and natural resources that we have been entrusted to protect and manage, and resource-based interpretive and educational services. Master Naturalists are currently working to install pollinator gardens, to restore natural areas and to lead themed educational hikes for the public. Please join us and bring your interests and expertise to our state parks! Program: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19943 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Military, Department of Corrections, etc. GroupsThank you for taking the time and effort to help us maintain our beautiful Delaware State Parks! Is your unit looking to volunteer? Sign up here and we will reach out to set up a project for the group!
Program: Killens Pond State Park Thank you for taking the time and effort to help us maintain our beautiful Delaware State Parks! Is your unit looking to volunteer? Sign up here and we will reach out to set up a project for the group!
Program: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19943 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Disc Golf Course - MaintenanceThank you to all the Disc Golfers who not only utilize Killens Pond for recreation, but also take the extra time and energy to keeping the Disc Golf Course well-maintained!
Volunteers typically meet the first Saturday of each month, but please double check the Facebook page for changes to the schedule: https://m.facebook.com/groups/969608186854515/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF Program: Killens Pond State Park Thank you to all the Disc Golfers who not only utilize Killens Pond for recreation, but also take the extra time and energy to keeping the Disc Golf Course well-maintained!
Volunteers typically meet the first Saturday of each month, but please double check the Facebook page for changes to the schedule: https://m.facebook.com/groups/969608186854515/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF Program: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19943 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Boy/Eagle Scout Projects & Vol. Hour CollectionAre you a Boy/Eagle Scout or Troop looking for somewhere to complete a project? We'd love to have you volunteer at Killens Pond! When you sign up please provide us with some brief information: Are you looking for a service project for just yourself or the entire troop? If it will be the entire troop, how many people will be attending? Do you have a specific project in mind that you would like to propose to complete?Look forward to working with you! This is also where your volunteer hours will be logged once project is complete. Program: Killens Pond State Park Are you a Boy/Eagle Scout or Troop looking for somewhere to complete a project? We'd love to have you volunteer at Killens Pond! When you sign up please provide us with some brief information: Are you looking for a service project for just yourself or the entire troop? If it will be the entire troop, how many people will be attending? Do you have a specific project in mind that you would like to propose to complete?Look forward to working with you! This is also where your volunteer hours will be logged once project is complete. Program: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19943 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Adopt-a-Trail Volunteer - Killens PondAdopt-a-Trail Program The Delaware State Parks Adopt-a-Trail Program was established to help individuals and groups become active environmental stewards of the various types of trails within Delaware State Parks. Trail adopters regularly monitor our trails, performing basic maintenance tasks on the trail and reporting larger concerns or issues for staff to address. Through monitoring efforts, our trail adopters help keep the trails clear and safe for all to enjoy. Thank YOU for your interest in being a part of this program! Trails still needing Adoption: · Life Course (.8mile) · Fork Branch Nature Preserve (1mile) · Bicycle Trail (2.3miles) Task you would be completing: · Pick up trash · Remove natural debris · Trim Vegetation · Invasive plant removal (only after being trained by Park Staff) · Report areas of concern Time Commitment: Trail volunteers come out to their trail at any time that works for them, within Park operating hours. Volunteers commit to monitoring their trail at least once a month. Trail volunteers can expect to spend 1 - 2 hours on their trails each visit, depending on the length of their trail and work level. Reporting: For each monitoring visit, trail volunteers submit a trail report documenting any work that they did on the trail and describing any additional work required by staff. Benefits of the Program: Park PassVolunteer BadgeRecognitionTrainingOnce you sign up under this opportunity you will be emailed to set up a time to meet with the Volunteer Coord. to go over more details, sign service agreement and set up a training time. Program: Killens Pond State Park Adopt-a-Trail Program The Delaware State Parks Adopt-a-Trail Program was established to help individuals and groups become active environmental stewards of the various types of trails within Delaware State Parks. Trail adopters regularly monitor our trails, performing basic maintenance tasks on the trail and reporting larger concerns or issues for staff to address. Through monitoring efforts, our trail adopters help keep the trails clear and safe for all to enjoy. Thank YOU for your interest in being a part of this program! Trails still needing Adoption: · Life Course (.8mile) · Fork Branch Nature Preserve (1mile) · Bicycle Trail (2.3miles) Task you would be completing: · Pick up trash · Remove natural debris · Trim Vegetation · Invasive plant removal (only after being trained by Park Staff) · Report areas of concern Time Commitment: Trail volunteers come out to their trail at any time that works for them, within Park operating hours. Volunteers commit to monitoring their trail at least once a month. Trail volunteers can expect to spend 1 - 2 hours on their trails each visit, depending on the length of their trail and work level. Reporting: For each monitoring visit, trail volunteers submit a trail report documenting any work that they did on the trail and describing any additional work required by staff. Benefits of the Program: Park PassVolunteer BadgeRecognitionTrainingOnce you sign up under this opportunity you will be emailed to set up a time to meet with the Volunteer Coord. to go over more details, sign service agreement and set up a training time. Program: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19943 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Camp Store Helping HandThank you for your interest in volunteering at Killens Pond State Park!
This volunteer role will be based in the campground store on Friday evenings 4-7pm, where you will help staff: With check ins of campers/visitorsKeep the facility organized and cleanBe a smiling face representing our wonderful park!*Before beginning you will need to pass a background check (at no cost to you) and sign a Cash Handling Agreement Program: Killens Pond State Park Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Killens Pond State Park!
This volunteer role will be based in the campground store on Friday evenings 4-7pm, where you will help staff: With check ins of campers/visitorsKeep the facility organized and cleanBe a smiling face representing our wonderful park!*Before beginning you will need to pass a background check (at no cost to you) and sign a Cash Handling Agreement Program: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19952 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Wristband Wranglers!Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Killens Pond State Park! This volunteer role is vital in helping keep the line(s) moving at the water park entrance in a safe and timely manner. You will be assisting with putting wristbands on the visitors and possibly answering any questions they may have. This volunteer role is on an as needed basis; park staff will get in touch ahead of time to request help. The main time this role is needed is weekday mornings 9-11am and possibly weekends 1:45pm through 4/5pm. When signing up for this role, please indicate in the "notes" section if you are available for the weekday morning, weekend afternoon, or both shifts. As well as if there are any dates you already know don't work for you. Primary Responsibilities: Assist visitors with applying their wristband upon entry Provide clear and courteous guidance to visitors & possible questionsRequirements Volunteer in this role will need to have patience good communication skills Be ok with being on their feet for long period of time (let us know of any restrictions and we can try and work through accommodations) a smile :) anyone over 18 will need to complete a background check (free of charge to you)Program: Killens Pond State Park Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Killens Pond State Park! This volunteer role is vital in helping keep the line(s) moving at the water park entrance in a safe and timely manner. You will be assisting with putting wristbands on the visitors and possibly answering any questions they may have. This volunteer role is on an as needed basis; park staff will get in touch ahead of time to request help. The main time this role is needed is weekday mornings 9-11am and possibly weekends 1:45pm through 4/5pm. When signing up for this role, please indicate in the "notes" section if you are available for the weekday morning, weekend afternoon, or both shifts. As well as if there are any dates you already know don't work for you. Primary Responsibilities: Assist visitors with applying their wristband upon entry Provide clear and courteous guidance to visitors & possible questionsRequirements Volunteer in this role will need to have patience good communication skills Be ok with being on their feet for long period of time (let us know of any restrictions and we can try and work through accommodations) a smile :) anyone over 18 will need to complete a background check (free of charge to you)Program: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19943 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Become a Killens Pond State Park Friends Member!Become a Friends of Killens Pond Member! The Friends of Killens Pond mission is to enjoy and protect the land within Killens Pond State Park, its management areas, and to actively participate in the Park's preservation and improvement. The Friends of Killens Pond group helps fund the summer concert series, children's summer camp scholarships, stipends for Title I school field trips, and other needs for the park. Members work on trails twice a month and maintain the garden beds throughout the park. The members also run annual activities/events, like Scarecrow making and as of 2026 the Killens Pond Festival! If you are interested in learning more or becoming a Friends of Killens Pond member, they welcome anyone to attend one of their monthly meetings; the 2nd Tuesday of every month starting at 6:30pm in the Nature Center. Visit their website here: Friends of Killens Pond – An all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit Program: Killens Pond State Park Become a Friends of Killens Pond Member! The Friends of Killens Pond mission is to enjoy and protect the land within Killens Pond State Park, its management areas, and to actively participate in the Park's preservation and improvement. The Friends of Killens Pond group helps fund the summer concert series, children's summer camp scholarships, stipends for Title I school field trips, and other needs for the park. Members work on trails twice a month and maintain the garden beds throughout the park. The members also run annual activities/events, like Scarecrow making and as of 2026 the Killens Pond Festival! If you are interested in learning more or becoming a Friends of Killens Pond member, they welcome anyone to attend one of their monthly meetings; the 2nd Tuesday of every month starting at 6:30pm in the Nature Center. Visit their website here: Friends of Killens Pond – An all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit Program: Killens Pond State Park Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19943 Allow Groups: No |