Whilst we try to offer as many opportunities as we can, sometimes our ability to do so can be limited by things like the weather, the supervisory capacity of our staff and what projects we are running. For some roles, vacancies do not arise very often. Do keep checking back on our website or you can join our volunteer waiting list to be the first to hear about new opportunities. You can also see other places to volunteer.
Current Volunteering Opportunities
Meet and Greet
We would like some people to join our Meet and Greet and Tramper teams at our National Park Visitor Centres. You will be part of our friendly team welcoming visitors to the area and helping them to enjoy their visit. You will promote the National Park, the work that the Authority does to protect this special landscape and encourage everyone to act respectfully.
New to Malham for 2025- two new trampers (all terrain wheel chairs) for our visitors with limited mobility to visit the cove! We need some volunteers to help with this- which also is part of the Meet and Greet duty. Volunteers are especially needed at weekends and bank holidays. Please contact cathy.bergs@yorkshiredales.org.uk for more information
The Dales Countryside Museum is interested in hearing from people skilled in leading activities that would appeal to their younger visitors. Volunteer practitioners are sought to support their programme of activities and events throughout the year. They are particularly keen to hear from those with knowledge of craft, nature, the outdoors and archaeology although other ideas and skills are welcome. Experience of working with young people is essential as well as good communication skills and a big dollop of enthusiasm!
Under 18? How about volunteering as part of our Young Rangers group?
We have the Dales Young Rangers for anyone aged 13 (Year 9) to 17 who loves the outdoors and is keen to find out more about our amazing National Park. For more information about this see here Young Rangers.
USDD Programme
Up Skill, Down Dale (USDD) is a volunteer programme for 18-25 years olds aimed at helping them learn new skills and make connections which could support them in developing a career in the environment. Recruitment for our 2026 cohort is now closed but you can to find out more about the programme and how to apply for next year on our dedicated page here
Micro volunteering
Why not help when out and about? The UK family of National Parks (NPUK) have a new opportunity for the public to help with conservation – with a little help from a bit of technology. ‘Look Wild’ is a free app that anyone can get on their phone and then use to upload photos or audio of wildlife that they find on their travels. Don’t worry if you don’t know anything about identifying plants or animals because the app – and the community involved with it – will help identify them for you. You can become a conservationist and scientist as you collect data on the beautiful flora and fauna that surrounds you. For more information and to get involved please click here