Self-scheduled volunteer activities

Volunteering can be as simple as downloading the iNaturalist app – or get some training from parks staff and volunteer on your own schedule.

To register, pre-register or request more information, click on the link at the end of the activity description. Alternatively, phone 403-859-5167 or email wlnp-volunteer@pc.gc.ca.

Park entry is free for registered volunteers on the days of your volunteer activities. A minimum contribution of two hours is required per day. You are responsible for your own travel, meals, and accommodations.

Adopt-a-patch

May through October

Be a habitat hero and become known for your very own patch in the park. Meet fellow volunteers at the June kick-off, then help Parks Canada remove invasive, non-native plants in your adopted patch. Enjoy the scenery and wildlife when you adopt a patch on the Prince of Wales hill, along the Red Rock Parkway or in the Waterton village along Cameron Creek. These are locations where chemicals can’t be used due to slopes draining into nearby water bodies.

Aquatic invasive species prevention ambassadors

May through September

Help with data collection, remind visitors about regulations and work with our staff to prevent aquatic invasive species (AIS) from spreading in park waters.

This program is for those passionate about keeping park waters pristine and who can volunteer 16 hours of time between Victoria Day and Labour Day weekends. Hours can be completed on your own schedule.

Good to know: Training is approximately two hours and will cover AIS information and Parks Canada’s Quality Visitor Experience training.

Busy Beaver cleanup crew

May through September

Help keep the park clean and wildlife safe by picking up litter at day use areas and along roads and viewpoints. Safety training and orientation includes site selection for you or your group.

iNaturalist

Anytime, using smartphone app

 

Become a self-guided citizen scientist for Waterton Lakes National Park!

Using the free mobile app, report any species (big or small) you see and their location. Don't forget to snap a picture! Discover what others are finding or use iNaturalist to ID a species. The data collected helps scientists better understand and protect environments – not only in Waterton Lakes National Park, but worldwide!

Discover more projects throughout Canada at iNaturalist.ca.

Good to know: Once downloaded, this app does not need cellular data or a Wi-Fi connection.

Visit the iNaturalist page for Waterton Lakes National Park

Visitor Centre interpretive grounds

May through September

Help care for the native plants around the Visitor Centre! Keep the area clean by picking up litter and helping with gardening tasks such as pruning and weeding.

Good to know: It’s great if you have some gardening experience or know something about outdoor plants.