Photo of Governor Martin O'Malley with group of children - Maryland Partnership for Children in Nature

Kids Volunteer
& Make a Difference

What can kids do to make a difference in the future of our planet?

Maryland DNR and other local parks and nature centers encourage families and youth groups to volunteer and make a difference. There are lots of different activities available throughout Maryland every season of the year.

Here are just a few examples...

Kids volunteering at Seneca Creek State Park
Volunteer With
The Maryland Park Service

Children plant oysters with DNR Sec. John Griffin
Help Grow and Plant Oysters

Maryland Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown helps students plant trees at Dickey Hill Elementary School
Help Plant Trees

Lee & Tim Ward volunteer with the Maryland Wood Duck Initiative
Join a Wood Duck Nest Box Inspection Team

Office of Governor

Find A Park


If you prefer, you can use a map to locate one of our parks.
Accessible Areas at Maryland State Parks