Opportunities From: Volunteer Olympia

Join staff and stewards as we continue to remove Himalayan Scotch broom, which is crowding out the new pollinator garden, and dig out Himalayan blackberry. The parcel is located at 2803 18th Ave NE. Street parking is available. Meet just inside the parcel.

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.

Join staff and Park Stewards as we dig out Himalayan blackberry along the trails. This will allow park guests (including leashed pets) to enjoy the park without being hung up on thorns, and create more open space for plantings. Street parking is available. Meet at the San Francisco Ave. entrance.

Please dress for the weather for all work parties and wear sturdy shoes or boots that can withstand wet and muddy conditions. 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 allow time to park and sign in.
For more information, please call 360-753-8365 or email parkstewardship@ci.olympia.wa.us.

We will continue to restore the mowed areas to more forested habitats by planting PNW vegetation and removing Himalayan blackberry. To enter the park, follow the gravel road near 4664 Herman Rd. SE. Street parking is also available further down on 37th Ave SE. Meet us by our maintenance truck. Directional signs will be posted.

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. 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.

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.

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.

We will be potting bare root trees at our nursery at the Yelm Hwy Parcel. Please dress for the weather and be prepared to get dirty! Street parking is available.
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 park and sign in.
For more information, please call 360-753-8365 or email parkstewardship@ci.olympia.wa.us.

Did you know invasive Yellow archangel can be spread through yard waste? When we remove it, it must be bagged before it heads to the dump to keep the underground rhizomes from taking hold in new soil. During this work party, we will be continuing our efforts in removing Yellow archangel, English holly, and English ivy. The parcel is located at 1500 Springwood Ave NE, but PARKING IS ONLY ALLOWED ON DEVON DR. NE. After parking, follow the signs to the entrance to the parcel. Meet just inside the gate. 

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. Any youth under 18 years of age without an adult present must have an online waiver signed electronically by a parent or guardian.

Please arrive 10 minutes early to park and sign in.

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

Join staff and park stewards as we remove Himalayan blackberry and recage young plants in our newly restored forested habitat. Meet near the playground. Street parking is available.
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.

To best support our amazing volunteers, we are temporarily suspending new Restoration Steward applications. We invite you to attend our volunteer work parties listed on the Opportunity page.

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:

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