Opportunities From: Delaware State Parks

Volunteer: Fantasy Trail Pumpkin Carving - GROUP NIGHT

Pumpkin Carving for Fantasy Trail (Group Night)
Join us for an evening of pumpkin carving fun to help prepare the pumpkins that will light up our Fantasy Trail! This night is for corporate, school, and organization groups. Family or friend groups are encouraged to sign up for Family Night. If you can't make it Thursday, feel free to join this event.

Participants must be at least 10 years old, and minors must be accompanied by an adult.All pumpkins and supplies will be provided.This is not a contest—simple, family-friendly designs are encouraged!
Additional instructions will be provided closer to the event date.

Interested? Fill out the following form: https://form.jotform.com/DSPVOL/fantasy-trail-volunteer-interest

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Pumpkin Carving for Fantasy Trail (Group Night)
Join us for an evening of pumpkin carving fun to help prepare the pumpkins that will light up our Fantasy Trail! This night is for corporate, school, and organization groups. Family or friend groups are encouraged to sign up for Family Night. If you can't make it Thursday, feel free to join this event.

Participants must be at least 10 years old, and minors must be accompanied by an adult.All pumpkins and supplies will be provided.This is not a contest—simple, family-friendly designs are encouraged!
Additional instructions will be provided closer to the event date.

Interested? Fill out the following form: https://form.jotform.com/DSPVOL/fantasy-trail-volunteer-interest

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 22, 2025

Zip Code: 19958

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Fantasy Trail Pumpkin Carving - FAMILY NIGHT

Pumpkin Carving for Fantasy Trail (Family Night)
Bring your family and friends for a fun evening of pumpkin carving to help prepare the pumpkins that will line our Fantasy Trail! This night is perfect for families and friend groups. If you're part of a corporate, school, or organization group, please sign up for Group Night instead.

Participants must be at least 10 years old, and minors must be accompanied by an adult.All pumpkins and supplies will be provided.This is not a contest—simple, family-friendly designs are encouraged!
Additional instructions will be provided closer to the event date.

Interested? Fill out the following form: https://form.jotform.com/DSPVOL/fantasy-trail-volunteer-interest

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Pumpkin Carving for Fantasy Trail (Family Night)
Bring your family and friends for a fun evening of pumpkin carving to help prepare the pumpkins that will line our Fantasy Trail! This night is perfect for families and friend groups. If you're part of a corporate, school, or organization group, please sign up for Group Night instead.

Participants must be at least 10 years old, and minors must be accompanied by an adult.All pumpkins and supplies will be provided.This is not a contest—simple, family-friendly designs are encouraged!
Additional instructions will be provided closer to the event date.

Interested? Fill out the following form: https://form.jotform.com/DSPVOL/fantasy-trail-volunteer-interest

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 23, 2025

Zip Code: 19958

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Fantasy Trail - Support Staff Roles

Fantasy Trail Support Staff Opportunity

Support Staff: Help with event logistics, guest services, and more.

We are looking for volunteers to assist with Cape Henlopen's Fantasy Trail event on October 24th, 25th, and 26th from 5pm-8pm. Please note that responding to this opportunity does not guarantee a volunteer position; a member of Park Staff will follow up with a confirmation if you are selected.

Interested? Fill out the following form: https://form.jotform.com/DSPVOL/fantasy-trail-volunteer-interest

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Fantasy Trail Support Staff Opportunity

Support Staff: Help with event logistics, guest services, and more.

We are looking for volunteers to assist with Cape Henlopen's Fantasy Trail event on October 24th, 25th, and 26th from 5pm-8pm. Please note that responding to this opportunity does not guarantee a volunteer position; a member of Park Staff will follow up with a confirmation if you are selected.

Interested? Fill out the following form: https://form.jotform.com/DSPVOL/fantasy-trail-volunteer-interest

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 19958

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Fantasy Trail - Character Performer Roles

Fantasy Trail Character Roles Opportunity

Characters: Bring the Fantasy Trail to life by embodying enchanting characters. Middle school and older.

We are seeking volunteers to portray characters at Cape Henlopen's Fantasy Trail! Please note that responding to this opportunity does not guarantee a role; a Park Staff member will follow up to confirm your selection.

Interested? Fill out the following form: https://form.jotform.com/DSPVOL/fantasy-trail-volunteer-interest

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Fantasy Trail Character Roles Opportunity

Characters: Bring the Fantasy Trail to life by embodying enchanting characters. Middle school and older.

We are seeking volunteers to portray characters at Cape Henlopen's Fantasy Trail! Please note that responding to this opportunity does not guarantee a role; a Park Staff member will follow up to confirm your selection.

Interested? Fill out the following form: https://form.jotform.com/DSPVOL/fantasy-trail-volunteer-interest

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 19958

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Park Watch

Volunteers are sought to provide a safe and secure experience at Cape Henlopen State Park.

 

Park Watch volunteers deal with minor infractions of park rules and regulations, report potential safety and security concerns, and assist the park staff in operation of the park.  Volunteers are given basic training in  public relations, and visitor services. Park Watch volunteers are citizens who typically spend a significant amount of time in the park and simply wear a Park Watch shirt or vest when they come to the park to recreate themselves. 

 

Volunteer scheduling is very flexible; Park Watch volunteers can be found in the park from sun-up to sun-down and on any of the various trails associated with Cape Henlopen including Wolfe Neck and the Junction and Breakwater Trail. This is a year-round volunteer opportunity.

 

Main duties are as follows:

Greet visitors and answer questions. Report safety and security concerns to Park Staff. Patrol the park and keep a watchful eye while biking, walking, running, bird watching, or fishing. Wear Park Watch Volunteer uniform to easily be recognized Be a point of contact to provide information and assistance to visitors walking, biking, or otherwise recreating at the park.

 

Volunteers will be trained in all duties beforehand and are required to attend a Park Watch Volunteer Orientation prior to starting.

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Volunteers are sought to provide a safe and secure experience at Cape Henlopen State Park.

 

Park Watch volunteers deal with minor infractions of park rules and regulations, report potential safety and security concerns, and assist the park staff in operation of the park.  Volunteers are given basic training in  public relations, and visitor services. Park Watch volunteers are citizens who typically spend a significant amount of time in the park and simply wear a Park Watch shirt or vest when they come to the park to recreate themselves. 

 

Volunteer scheduling is very flexible; Park Watch volunteers can be found in the park from sun-up to sun-down and on any of the various trails associated with Cape Henlopen including Wolfe Neck and the Junction and Breakwater Trail. This is a year-round volunteer opportunity.

 

Main duties are as follows:

Greet visitors and answer questions. Report safety and security concerns to Park Staff. Patrol the park and keep a watchful eye while biking, walking, running, bird watching, or fishing. Wear Park Watch Volunteer uniform to easily be recognized Be a point of contact to provide information and assistance to visitors walking, biking, or otherwise recreating at the park.

 

Volunteers will be trained in all duties beforehand and are required to attend a Park Watch Volunteer Orientation prior to starting.

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 19958

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: UD Master Naturalist - LOP Site

For registered UD Master Naturalist participants only.

For info on this program:https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/canr/cooperative-extension/environmental-stewardship/master-naturalist/

 NEXT STEP:

1. Review information below.

2. To be considered please click on RESPOND bottom at top right and follow instructions.

   

 

 Volunteer Service Activities for Delaware State Parks for your Master Naturalist Service: 

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 or bird walks Participate in organizing multi-park projects such as Coastal Cleanup or Creekfest 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: Cape Henlopen State Park

For registered UD Master Naturalist participants only.

For info on this program:https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/canr/cooperative-extension/environmental-stewardship/master-naturalist/

 NEXT STEP:

1. Review information below.

2. To be considered please click on RESPOND bottom at top right and follow instructions.

   

 

 Volunteer Service Activities for Delaware State Parks for your Master Naturalist Service: 

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 or bird walks Participate in organizing multi-park projects such as Coastal Cleanup or Creekfest 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: Cape Henlopen State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 19711

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Adopt-A-Trail Volunteer Program: Cape Henlopen

Do you love spending time outdoors and want to help protect your favorite trails? Join our Adopt-A-Trail program and make a meaningful impact in your community.

What is Adopt-A-Trail?
Adopt-A-Trail is a volunteer stewardship program that invites individuals, families, school groups, businesses, and community organizations to “adopt” a specific trail within our parks. By adopting a trail, your group agrees to help maintain it throughout the year by performing light maintenance, removing litter, identifying safety issues, and ensuring trails remain safe and accessible for all park users.

This is a flexible, low-commitment way to give back, get outside, and support the conservation of Delaware’s beautiful trail systems. 

Available Trails:

Gordons Pond Trail

Junction & Breakwater Trail (two sections available)

How to Get Involved:

Click the link below to express your interest via our JotForm.

Respond to this opportunity on Galaxy Digital to complete your application.

Express Your Interest Here

Note: Completing both steps is essential to participate in the program.

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Do you love spending time outdoors and want to help protect your favorite trails? Join our Adopt-A-Trail program and make a meaningful impact in your community.

What is Adopt-A-Trail?
Adopt-A-Trail is a volunteer stewardship program that invites individuals, families, school groups, businesses, and community organizations to “adopt” a specific trail within our parks. By adopting a trail, your group agrees to help maintain it throughout the year by performing light maintenance, removing litter, identifying safety issues, and ensuring trails remain safe and accessible for all park users.

This is a flexible, low-commitment way to give back, get outside, and support the conservation of Delaware’s beautiful trail systems. 

Available Trails:

Gordons Pond Trail

Junction & Breakwater Trail (two sections available)

How to Get Involved:

Click the link below to express your interest via our JotForm.

Respond to this opportunity on Galaxy Digital to complete your application.

Express Your Interest Here

Note: Completing both steps is essential to participate in the program.

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 19958

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Tidy Tides: Solo Beach Clean-Up (Cape Henlopen)

Help keep our beaches beautiful by participating in a self-led litter pick-up! Whether you're a regular visitor or a first-time volunteer, your efforts help protect local wildlife, improve public spaces, and promote environmental stewardship.

Please note:
This is not a scheduled or staff-led event. This opportunity is simply a way for you to log your volunteer hours after completing a beach or litter clean-up on your own time.

Before you begin, please review these helpful guidelines:

Do:

Bring your own gloves and trash bags.

Wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather.

Use caution when picking up sharp objects, use a tool or leave them in place and notify park staff.

Stay hydrated and take breaks as needed.

Dispose of collected trash properly at park dumpsters or designated collection areas.

Log your hours and submit a quick summary of your clean-up through the platform or contact form.

Don’t:

Pick up hazardous waste (needles, chemicals, etc.), alert park staff if found.

Approach wildlife or disturb natural habitats.

Venture into restricted areas or private property.

Leave filled trash bags unattended, secure them in proper receptacles.

Work alone in remote areas, stick to well-traveled sections of the park or beach.

Thank you for being a part of our stewardship efforts! Your time and care make a real difference for the park, the community, and our wildlife. 

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Help keep our beaches beautiful by participating in a self-led litter pick-up! Whether you're a regular visitor or a first-time volunteer, your efforts help protect local wildlife, improve public spaces, and promote environmental stewardship.

Please note:
This is not a scheduled or staff-led event. This opportunity is simply a way for you to log your volunteer hours after completing a beach or litter clean-up on your own time.

Before you begin, please review these helpful guidelines:

Do:

Bring your own gloves and trash bags.

Wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather.

Use caution when picking up sharp objects, use a tool or leave them in place and notify park staff.

Stay hydrated and take breaks as needed.

Dispose of collected trash properly at park dumpsters or designated collection areas.

Log your hours and submit a quick summary of your clean-up through the platform or contact form.

Don’t:

Pick up hazardous waste (needles, chemicals, etc.), alert park staff if found.

Approach wildlife or disturb natural habitats.

Venture into restricted areas or private property.

Leave filled trash bags unattended, secure them in proper receptacles.

Work alone in remote areas, stick to well-traveled sections of the park or beach.

Thank you for being a part of our stewardship efforts! Your time and care make a real difference for the park, the community, and our wildlife. 

Program: Cape Henlopen State Park

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 19958

Allow Groups: Yes