Everglades National Park

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Basic Information

Address: 40001 State Road 9336 Homestead, FL 33034
Phone Number: 305 242-7700
Fax Number: 305 242-7757
Director: Ryan Meyer

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Additional Information

Causes Served: Environmental Stewardship
Clearances Required: No
Background Check: No
Ages for Volunteer: 18 to 81
Hours of Service: Generally 9am to 2pm
Minimum Hours Required: No Minimum
Mission Statement:

The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the national park system for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations.

Philosophy/Belief Statement:

Preserve and Protect special places so future generations can understand and form connections to our shared heritage.

Program History:

Everglades National Parks hosts over 1,000 volunteers each year in a variety of capacities. We generally see about 25 work groups each year which helps maintain the park for over 1 million visitors annually.

Events:

Additional Information: No housing is available at the park, campgrounds are available, local churches sometimes host groups and a low cost youth hostel is also available nearby in Florida City. We also work with Biscayne National Park to provide volunteer opportunities.