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Published 1/15/26 9:33AM

Adopt-A-Plot

Jefferson County Parks & Open Space
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Golden, CO
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Climate Change, Environment & Sustainability, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    15+

    Description

    Adopt-A-Plot

    Summary

    Become an advocate for native plants by encouraging newly-planted trees and plants to

    grow! Be a representative of Jeffco Parks & Open Space (JCPOS) by watering new plants until they become established in their new homes.

    Duties

    Water plants and/or trees within your designated plot

    Remove invasive weeds in your plot

    Monitor plant health and development

    Requirements

    Be able to hike various trails

    Be able to lift up to 25 pounds

    Complete required training and mentoring

    Utilize a smart phone or tablet (tablets are available for checkout)

    Volunteers must abide by JCPOS Park Regulations and established policies and procedures outlined in the JCPOS Volunteer Handbook.

    Benefits

    Enjoy the outdoors while representing JCPOS

    Meet other volunteers with shared interests

    Explore the JCPOS Park System

    Receive training in GPS mapping systems

    Learn and be able to identify invasive and native plant species

    Watch your plants or trees grow!

    Location

    On-site

    Jefferson County Parks & Open Space

    Golden, CO, USA
    Directions

    *Location will vary depending on park assigned.

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Next Steps

    1. Create an Account and Submit an Application
      1. Applications are available online at: https://offero.jeffco.us/getinvolved
    2. Submit a background check
    3. Attend New Volunteer Orientation
      1. All new volunteers are required to attend New Volunteer Orientation at JCPOS Headquarters to become familiar with the entire JCPOS system prior to specific program training. You must pre-register for orientation on Offero. Registration links are provided upon receipt of your application.
    4. Attend Program Specific Training
      1. Training will be arranged by the program coordinators.
      2. Training will be on April 2, 2026.
    5. Start volunteering!
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