Opportunities From: Volunteer Olympia

Join staff and stewards as we remove Himalayan blackberry from the gravel trail. Meet near the gravel trailhead/kiosk. Directional signs will be posted.  Street parking is available on Kaiser Rd.

**If this is the first time you will volunteer with us, you will need to return to this page and click Register, then scroll and click Submit after entering your name/DOB/info. You are not registered if you have not received a Confirmation of Registration email.

Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and sign in.

Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots that can get wet and muddy for all work parties. Volunteers are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle. An adult must accompany youth under the age of 14, and any youth under 18 without an adult present must have an online waiver signed electronically by a parent/guardian.

For more information, please call 360-753-8365 or email parkstewardship@ci.olympia.wa.us.

Join staff and stewards as we continue removing Himalayan blackberry and Scotch broom. The parcel is located at 2803 18th Ave NE. Street parking is available. Meet just inside the parcel.

**If this is the first time you will volunteer with us, you will need to return to this page and click Register, then scroll and click Submit after entering your name/DOB/info. You are not registered if you have not received a Confirmation of Registration email.

For all work parties, please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots that can get wet and muddy. Volunteers are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle. An adult must accompany youth under the age of 14. Any youth under 18 without an adult present must have an online waiver signed electronically by a parent/guardian.

Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and sign in.

For more information, please call 360-753-8365 or email parkstewardship@ci.olympia.wa.us.

Restoration celebration! We will remove Himalayan blackberry and other introduced plants encroaching on the lovely Pacific Northwest vegetation. The park entrance is located at 1600 10th Ave SE. Parking lot available. Meet under the large walnut tree. Long pants/sleeves are strongly recommended.

**If this is the first time you will volunteer with us, you will need to return to this page and click Register, then scroll and click Submit after entering your name/DOB/info. You are not registered if you have not received a Confirmation of Registration email.

Please dress for the weather for all work parties and wear sturdy shoes or boots that can get wet and muddy. Volunteers are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle. An adult must accompany youth under the age of 14, and any youth under 18 years of age without an adult present must have an online waiver signed electronically by a parent/guardian.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to park and sign in.

For more information, please call 360-753-8365 or email parkstewardship@ci.olympia.wa.us.

The restoration enhancements continue! This work party will focus on removing English ivy from trees in an area Park Stewards have worked hard to clear. Directional signs will be posted inside the park. We will meet at a small shelter in the eastern area of the park. Map below.

**If this is the first time you will volunteer with us, you will need to return to this page and click Register, then scroll and click Submit after entering your name/DOB/info. You are not registered if you have not received a Confirmation of Registration email.

For all work parties, please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots that can get wet and muddy. Volunteers are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle. An adult must accompany youth under 14, and any youth under 18 without an adult present must have an online waiver signed electronically by a parent/guardian.

Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to sign in.

For more information, please call 360-753-8365 or email parkstewardship@ci.olympia.wa.us.

 

 

Join staff and stewards as we remove English ivy in the forested area of this lovely neighborhood park. We are working towards creating a space for new plantings. Meet near the shelter. Street parking is available. The park is located at 1015 Decatur St SW.

**If this is your first time volunteering with us, you will need to return to this event, click Register, then scroll down and click Submit after entering your name/DOB/info. You are not registered if you have not received a Confirmation of Registration email.

For all work parties, please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots that can get wet and muddy. Volunteers are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle. An adult must accompany youth under the age of 14. Any youth under 18 years of age without an adult present must have an online waiver signed electronically by a parent/guardian.

Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to sign in.

For more information, please call 360-753-8365 or email parkstewardship@ci.olympia.wa.us.

Whether you are considering a law enforcement or any related criminal justice career (i.e., FBI Agent, Detective, Lawyer, Military, Judge, Corrections Officer, etc), the Explorer Program will provide you the tools and skills to be successful, while giving back to your community.

Explorer training includes, but is not limited to:    
• Boot Camp Academy
• Building Search Strategies and Field Training
• Domestic Violence Training
• Fire Arm Safety
• Leadership Training
• Officer Safety
• Public Speaking Opportunities
• Statewide Competitions

Explorers play a vital role in the Olympia Police Department.  They provide assistance at a variety of events including but not limited to:

•  Event Security: Lake Fair, Olympia Wooden Boat Fair, Harbor Days, Arts Walk, etc.
•  Traffic Control: Lake Fair Parade, Marathons, Toy Run, etc.
•  State Government: Valet Parking at the Governor’s Mansion

Prospective Explorers Must:
• Be 15-20 Years Old
• Have a GPA of 2.5 or Higher
• Be a resident of Thurston County
• Attend Weekly Meetings
• Donate 12 Hours of Community Service
• Have No Criminal History
• Have No Serious Discipline Problems at School

The Olympia Police Department values building working partnerships between the police and community members. Our volunteer program helps build these partnerships.  Our volunteers participate in services that enhance public safety and community involvement. 

Opportunities include:

Surveys for Burglary Victims Crime Prevention Disabled Parking Enforcement  Special Event Staff Speed Watch Vacation Checks Questions?

Contact Rebekah Ziesemer at 360.753.8578 or rzieseme@ci.olympia.wa.us