Get Involved

Volunteer opportunities and partnerships are recognized as key components of successful management and vital to the implementation of refuge programs, plans and projects. In other words, WE NEED YOU! And it’s our belief that you can benefit by volunteering. Developing a sense of place and knowing that you contributed to the perpetuation of the natural environment through caring and education are just some of the internal benefits of volunteering.

Various opportunities exist at the entire Mid-Columbia National Wildlife River Refuge Complex, for volunteers to experience rewarding and educational opportunities. Volunteers can serve for a long- or short-term period. Help is needed in a variety of fields including interpretation, environmental education, wildlife and plant surveys, and maintenance and resource management. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, please contact the Complex office or our Friends Group.

The Friends of Mid-Columbia River National Wildlife Refuges was organized in 2001 to provide high-quality natural resource-oriented education programs free to the public. Over 60 local citizens belong to the Friends nonprofit group. If you are interested in joining, contact the Friends at (509) 543-8322, email McNary Friends, or visit their website.