Island Bound

About The volunteer Program

The Boston Harbor Islands capture the imagination with their unique plant life and wave-swept shorelines.
As the Boston Harbor Islands National Park area draws more visitors and adds new programming , the need for volunteer help increases. The FRIENDS recruit for a wide variety of interesting volunteer opportunities supporting park agencies on the mainland and on the islands. Volunteers are needed throughout the year. The "outdoor" volunteer season runs from May through Columbus Day. Training for volunteer positions is provided free of charge. New volunteers receive a uniform shirt and badge. . Forty volunteer hours are required to receive credit for one year of service. We currently do not have provisions for "live in" positions.
The volunteer program is the vehicle by which the FBHI mission is carried out. Volunteers fulfill the FBHI mission by sharing knowledge of the islands'history and unique environment while advocating for their protection. It is driven by the dedication and support of FBHI members.
If you would like more information about supporting the volunteer program through membership go to thr Friends membership page or call 781 740 4290. e-mail us at : info@fbhi.org
Print out a volunteer brochure

 

Volunteer Opportunities

Visitor Services Volunteer
(Island day volunteering)

Greet Visitors, conduct tours, Assist rangers, and help on boats to the islands
Volunteer Position Description

Campground Host Volunteer
Greet and assist visitors as they arrive, assist rangers with programming, and help with dock duty or trail maintanance.

Children's Program Volunteer
Teach children about the islands through crafts, stories and special isand events.

 

Education and School Groups Volunteer
Assist park rangers with educational programs for school groups during the week

Friends boat trips and park cruises
Assist with ticket and merchandise sales, flyer distribution, and island tours.
(Space limited to 2 volunteers per trip)

Boston Light Volunteer
Assist the lighthouse staff with interpretive programming at various stations around the island. Programs support history of the lighthouse station, marine safety and coastal navigation. Specialized training is required.
Training for new volunteers in this program will be offered in May and June. Volunteer Position Description

  

Public Relations
Use your creative ideas to help with our Tidings newsletter, press releases, event publicity and membership communications.

FBHI Office Volunteer
Oversee FBHI activities year-round. Answer phone, mail and e-mail. Work on ticket sales, data entry, memberships and more. The office is at the Hingham commuter boat terminal.

Leadership & Fund Raising
Work with the Board and staff on special projects and events. Develop creative ways to raise funds through grant writing and event planning..

Resource Management Volunteer
Help with special planting projects, naturalist tours, scientific study projects and island habitat projects..

Visitor Services Volunteer
Mainland locations
Work at centers along Boston's waterfront with National Park rangers to assist the public and distribute information.
Job Description

Deputy Volunteer
Assist the volunteer coordinator with planning events, and setting up projects for groups. Host groups working on an island project and circulate the volunteer areas to check in with volunteers working in the field.

 

 

Contact Us At:

 

349 Lincoln Street
Hingham MA 02043

Phone: 781-740-4290
Fax: 781-749-9924

E-mail: fbhi@earthlink.net
Website: www.fbhi.org

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Friends Of The Boston Harbor Islands
Founded In 1979