Volunteer: Ambassador House Gardening VolunteerHelp Our Gardens Shine! Do you enjoy gardening and spending time outdoors? We’re looking for a passionate gardener to help spruce up the beautiful grounds at the Ambassador House at Heritage Gardens. What You’ll Do Help prepare the gardens for their next burst of blooms by cutting back and removing spent and dead flowers throughout the garden beds. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on gardening and wants to help keep this special community space looking its best. Volunteer Details Location: Ambassador House at Heritage GardensSchedule: Flexible — the work can be completed at any time that works for youCompletion Date: Friday, August 21Supplies Provided: Work gloves and trash bagsGreat For: Garden enthusiasts who are comfortable working independently outdoorsYour time and green thumb will make an immediate difference in keeping Heritage Gardens beautiful and welcoming for visitors! Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation Help Our Gardens Shine! Do you enjoy gardening and spending time outdoors? We’re looking for a passionate gardener to help spruce up the beautiful grounds at the Ambassador House at Heritage Gardens. What You’ll Do Help prepare the gardens for their next burst of blooms by cutting back and removing spent and dead flowers throughout the garden beds. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on gardening and wants to help keep this special community space looking its best. Volunteer Details Location: Ambassador House at Heritage GardensSchedule: Flexible — the work can be completed at any time that works for youCompletion Date: Friday, August 21Supplies Provided: Work gloves and trash bagsGreat For: Garden enthusiasts who are comfortable working independently outdoorsYour time and green thumb will make an immediate difference in keeping Heritage Gardens beautiful and welcoming for visitors! Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Aug 21, 2026 Zip Code: 46038 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Nature First Program Volunteer – Ritchey Woods Nature PreserveHelp inspire the next generation of environmental stewards by volunteering with the City of Fishers and HSE Schools' Nature First Program at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve! Nature First introduces HSE first-grade students to the wonders of nature through hands-on learning and exploration. Volunteers play an important role by supporting students as they rotate through interactive habitat stations, encouraging curiosity, asking questions, and helping create a fun, welcoming learning environment. Volunteer Dates Volunteers are needed from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on the following dates: September 9, 10, 11 September 15, 16, 17 September 22, 23, 24 September 29, 30 October 1, 6, 7Important Information: Volunteers are encouraged to commit to multiple volunteer days, ideally once a week or every other week, to provide consistency for students throughout the program First-time volunteers should arrive at 9:40 a.m. for a brief orientation before students arrive Volunteers will work alongside City staff and educators in a supportive role at each habitat station No teaching experience is required—just a positive attitude, patience, and a willingness to engage with young learnersVolunteer Responsibilities: Welcome and encourage first-grade students as they explore each habitat station Assist staff with activities and help keep student groups engaged Foster curiosity by asking questions and encouraging observation and discovery Help maintain a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment Assist with light setup and cleanup as neededJoin us in helping first graders discover the beauty of nature while making a lasting impact on young learners in our community! Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation Help inspire the next generation of environmental stewards by volunteering with the City of Fishers and HSE Schools' Nature First Program at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve! Nature First introduces HSE first-grade students to the wonders of nature through hands-on learning and exploration. Volunteers play an important role by supporting students as they rotate through interactive habitat stations, encouraging curiosity, asking questions, and helping create a fun, welcoming learning environment. Volunteer Dates Volunteers are needed from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on the following dates: September 9, 10, 11 September 15, 16, 17 September 22, 23, 24 September 29, 30 October 1, 6, 7Important Information: Volunteers are encouraged to commit to multiple volunteer days, ideally once a week or every other week, to provide consistency for students throughout the program First-time volunteers should arrive at 9:40 a.m. for a brief orientation before students arrive Volunteers will work alongside City staff and educators in a supportive role at each habitat station No teaching experience is required—just a positive attitude, patience, and a willingness to engage with young learnersVolunteer Responsibilities: Welcome and encourage first-grade students as they explore each habitat station Assist staff with activities and help keep student groups engaged Foster curiosity by asking questions and encouraging observation and discovery Help maintain a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment Assist with light setup and cleanup as neededJoin us in helping first graders discover the beauty of nature while making a lasting impact on young learners in our community! Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 46038 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Sand & Stain Picnic Tables at Ritchey Woods Nature PreserveHelp preserve one of Fishers' beautiful natural spaces by giving the picnic tables at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve a fresh new look! Join us on Saturday, August 22, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. as we sand and stain picnic tables throughout the preserve. Volunteers will work together to prepare the tables by sanding rough surfaces and applying stain to help protect them from the elements. No experience is necessary—we'll provide everything you need, including sanding blocks, stain, work gloves, and bottled water. Please wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting dirty or stained, along with closed-toe shoes. This is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact on one of Fishers' treasured parks while enjoying time outdoors. Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation Help preserve one of Fishers' beautiful natural spaces by giving the picnic tables at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve a fresh new look! Join us on Saturday, August 22, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. as we sand and stain picnic tables throughout the preserve. Volunteers will work together to prepare the tables by sanding rough surfaces and applying stain to help protect them from the elements. No experience is necessary—we'll provide everything you need, including sanding blocks, stain, work gloves, and bottled water. Please wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting dirty or stained, along with closed-toe shoes. This is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact on one of Fishers' treasured parks while enjoying time outdoors. Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 46038 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Glow in the Park VolunteerJoin Fishers Parks for one of the most colorful events of the year! Glow in the Park returns to the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (NPD AMP) on Saturday, September 26, featuring a family-friendly glow celebration from 6–8 p.m., a changeover from 8–9 p.m., and a 21+ Glow Party from 9–11 p.m. We're looking for 30 enthusiastic volunteers to help make this high-energy event a success. Volunteers will assist with a variety of roles, including: Paint Mixing Crew – Mix glow paint used during the event. Volunteers must be able to lift 5-gallon buckets. Goggle Station – Distribute goggles to participants and sanitize them when returned. Highlighter Tent – Keep the highlighter station organized, stocked, and ready for participants. Water Inflatables – Monitor inflatable attractions during the family event, ensuring only one participant uses each inflatable at a time. General Float – Assist wherever needed, provide breaks for fellow volunteers, and help keep the event running smoothly.Volunteer Shifts: 5:00–8:00 p.m. (Family Event) 5:30–8:00 p.m. (Water Inflatable Monitors only) 7:30–11:00 p.m. (21+ Event) Volunteers must be 18 years old or olderThis is a messy event! Glow paint will be used throughout the evening, so all volunteers should wear clothing and shoes they don't mind getting paint on (volunteer t-shirts will be provided). Volunteer perks: Snacks, drinks, and a meal will be providedA volunteer t-shirt will be providedThe opportunity to be part of one of Fishers' most unique and exciting fall events while earning volunteer service hours.Come help create a glowing experience for our community! Upon responding, please indicate in the notes section if you are interested in mixing paint. Thank you. Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation Join Fishers Parks for one of the most colorful events of the year! Glow in the Park returns to the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (NPD AMP) on Saturday, September 26, featuring a family-friendly glow celebration from 6–8 p.m., a changeover from 8–9 p.m., and a 21+ Glow Party from 9–11 p.m. We're looking for 30 enthusiastic volunteers to help make this high-energy event a success. Volunteers will assist with a variety of roles, including: Paint Mixing Crew – Mix glow paint used during the event. Volunteers must be able to lift 5-gallon buckets. Goggle Station – Distribute goggles to participants and sanitize them when returned. Highlighter Tent – Keep the highlighter station organized, stocked, and ready for participants. Water Inflatables – Monitor inflatable attractions during the family event, ensuring only one participant uses each inflatable at a time. General Float – Assist wherever needed, provide breaks for fellow volunteers, and help keep the event running smoothly.Volunteer Shifts: 5:00–8:00 p.m. (Family Event) 5:30–8:00 p.m. (Water Inflatable Monitors only) 7:30–11:00 p.m. (21+ Event) Volunteers must be 18 years old or olderThis is a messy event! Glow paint will be used throughout the evening, so all volunteers should wear clothing and shoes they don't mind getting paint on (volunteer t-shirts will be provided). Volunteer perks: Snacks, drinks, and a meal will be providedA volunteer t-shirt will be providedThe opportunity to be part of one of Fishers' most unique and exciting fall events while earning volunteer service hours.Come help create a glowing experience for our community! Upon responding, please indicate in the notes section if you are interested in mixing paint. Thank you. Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 46038 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Nickel Plate Trail Steward VolunteerTo further ensure the quality of life of the trail, protect and preserve its condition, and continue to beautify features along the trail, the City of Fishers enacted the Nickel Plate Trail Steward program. The Steward Program allows the public to be directly engaged in caring for and maintaining the Nickel Plate Trail and thus benefit the entire community by safeguarding the long-term sustainability and longevity of our Nickel Plate Trail. Becoming a Nickel Plate Trail Steward Requirements Stewards must: Be 18 years of age or older or if under the age of 18 be accompanied by an adult Sign a NPT Stewards agreement application Ability to commit to a 12-month minimum period of service Ability to commit to steward their section of the trail at least once a month Successfully complete a background checkRole of a Trail Steward The primary role of a Steward is to care for a designated section of the NPT. Duties along the designated trail section include: Cut back vegetation from encroaching on the trail Pick up litter along the trail & easement Clean up animal waste debris and place in pet stations Clear debris from trail and return lost items to Lost & Found at City Services Building (3 Municipal Drive) Report damaged structures, pavement, and graffiti via the Stewarding summary Track volunteer hours workedPlease contact Amy Crell at crella@fishers.in.us for more information. Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation To further ensure the quality of life of the trail, protect and preserve its condition, and continue to beautify features along the trail, the City of Fishers enacted the Nickel Plate Trail Steward program. The Steward Program allows the public to be directly engaged in caring for and maintaining the Nickel Plate Trail and thus benefit the entire community by safeguarding the long-term sustainability and longevity of our Nickel Plate Trail. Becoming a Nickel Plate Trail Steward Requirements Stewards must: Be 18 years of age or older or if under the age of 18 be accompanied by an adult Sign a NPT Stewards agreement application Ability to commit to a 12-month minimum period of service Ability to commit to steward their section of the trail at least once a month Successfully complete a background checkRole of a Trail Steward The primary role of a Steward is to care for a designated section of the NPT. Duties along the designated trail section include: Cut back vegetation from encroaching on the trail Pick up litter along the trail & easement Clean up animal waste debris and place in pet stations Clear debris from trail and return lost items to Lost & Found at City Services Building (3 Municipal Drive) Report damaged structures, pavement, and graffiti via the Stewarding summary Track volunteer hours workedPlease contact Amy Crell at crella@fishers.in.us for more information. Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 46038 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Fishers Adopt-A-Road VolunteerThe City of Fishers is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Indiana. Such a sudden explosion of growth may have hit other communities by storm, but we have been fortunate in Fishers to have the community leadership and vision to develop a charted course for our future. Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation The City of Fishers is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Indiana. Such a sudden explosion of growth may have hit other communities by storm, but we have been fortunate in Fishers to have the community leadership and vision to develop a charted course for our future. Agency: Fishers Parks and Recreation Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 46038 Allow Groups: Yes |