A Volunteer Ranger is an individual above the age of 18 that wants to serve the public and the beautiful state of Maryland. A Volunteer Ranger focuses on honoring the Maryland Park Service Mission Statement to manage the natural, cultural, historical and recreational resources to provide for wise stewardship and enjoyment by people. The responsibilities of a Volunteer Ranger are to assist park staff in keeping the park clean, operable, safe and user friendly. Once joining the Volunteer Ranger Program at Elk Neck State Park, the volunteer will be trained on park specific operating procedures. This will include patrolling, providing information to visitors, assisting with hikes or programs, reminding visitors of park policies, cleaning bathhouses, general maintenance, etc. Once 40 hours of volunteer service is completed, uniforms and additional trainings will be offered. These trainings could include an annual volunteer training, customer service, voluntary compliance, Basic First Aid/CPR, Basic Chainsaw, Leave No Trace, interpretation, search and rescue, and other amazing opportunities. If you are looking to find ways to fulfill your spare time, this is it! If you would like to become a Volunteer Ranger email elkneck.statepark@maryland.gov or email the Volunteer Coordinator at jamese.roberts@maryland.gov
