Recreation Volunteers
Join the Outdoors for All volunteer community and help make outdoor recreation accessible for people with disabilities! Our summer programs are kicking off, with seasonal opportunities ranging from cycling and kayaking to rock climbing and more.
To find the best fit for you, explore the role description PDFs linked in each program’s dropdown menu. We update this page regularly, so be sure to check back often to see what’s available and get involved.
Want to make an even bigger impact? Help grow our recreation volunteer community by referring a friend—when your referral completes training and at least three summer shifts, you’ll earn entries toward tiered rewards. Referrals are due by July 30. Click the button below to submit your referrals.
Current Volunteer Opportunities:
Kayaking
Dates: Tuesdays, June 30 July 7, 14, 21
Location: Outdoors for All Lake Sammamish State Park
Time: 5:15 PM - 8:15 PM
Training:
- In-person training is required
- Kayak and On-Shore Support Volunteers:
- June 23 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Lake Sammamish State Park
- Lead Kayak Volunteers:
- June 9 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- Kayak and On-Shore Support Volunteers:
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role descriptions below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for each role:
- Kayaking Volunteer Role Description
- On-Shore Support Volunteer Role Description
- Lead Kayaking Volunteer Role Description
Requirements:
- Must meet the minimum age requirement for the selected role (varies by role)
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to fulfill all responsibilities associated with the selected role
- Ability to assist with setup and cleanup, including lifting and organizing equipment
- Commitment to all series program dates is encouraged, though not required. Please communicate availability in advance
- Completion of training requirements
- Pass a Washington State background check
Dates: Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18, 25
Location: Outdoors for All Lake Sammamish State Park
Time: 4:45 PM - 8:00 PM
Training:
- In-person training is required
- Kayak and On-Shore Support Volunteers (select one):
- June 23 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Lake Sammamish State Park
- July 28 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Lake Sammamish State Park
- Lead Kayak Volunteers (select one):
- June 9 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- July 22 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role descriptions below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for each role:
- Kayaking Volunteer Role Description
- On-Shore Support Volunteer Role Description
- Lead Kayaking Volunteer Role Description
Requirements:
- Must meet the minimum age requirement for the selected role (varies by role)
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to fulfill all responsibilities associated with the selected role
- Ability to assist with setup and cleanup, including lifting and organizing equipment
- Commitment to all series program dates is encouraged, though not required. Please communicate availability in advance
- Completion of training requirements
- Pass a Washington State background check
Dates: Thursdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23
Location: Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
Time: 5:15 PM - 8:15 PM
Training:
- In-person training is required
- Kayak and On-Shore Support Volunteers (select one):
- June 18 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- June 25 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- Lead Kayak Volunteers (select one):
- June 9 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- Kayak and On-Shore Support Volunteers (select one):
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role descriptions below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for each role:
- Kayaking Volunteer Role Description
- On-Shore Support Volunteer Role Description
- Lead Kayaking Volunteer Role Description
Requirements:
- Must meet the minimum age requirement for the selected role (varies by role)
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to fulfill all responsibilities associated with the selected role
- Ability to assist with setup and cleanup, including lifting and organizing equipment
- Commitment to all series program dates is encouraged, though not required. Please communicate availability in advance
- Completion of training requirements
- Pass a Washington State background check
Dates: Thursdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27
Location: Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
Time: 4:45 PM - 8:00 PM
Training:
- In-person training is required
- Kayak and On-Shore Support Volunteers (select one):
- June 18 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- June 25 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- July 30 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- Lead Kayak Volunteers (select one):
- June 9 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- July 22| 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- Kayak and On-Shore Support Volunteers (select one):
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role descriptions below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for each role:
- Kayaking Volunteer Role Description
- On-Shore Support Volunteer Role Description
- Lead Kayaking Volunteer Role Description
Requirements:
- Must meet the minimum age requirement for the selected role (varies by role)
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to fulfill all responsibilities associated with the selected role
- Ability to assist with setup and cleanup, including lifting and organizing equipment
- Commitment to all series program dates is encouraged, though not required. Please communicate availability in advance
- Completion of training requirements
- Pass a Washington State background check
Kayak volunteers are needed throughout the summer at our Youth Camps! Volunteers pilot a tandem kayak and provide on‑water group support.
Dates & Locations:
Lake Sammamish State Park
- July 6, 20
- August 4, 19
Magnuson Park
- July 6, 23
- August 6, 20
Time:
- Lake Sammamish State Park: 9:15 AM – 2:30 PM
- Magnuson Park: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Volunteer Requirements:
- Age 18+
- Must be comfortable paddling in light to moderate winds
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations as stated in the virtual trainings
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels and abilities
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
- Kayak Training – required annually
Join the fun this summer at our Adult Adventure Day Camps! Volunteers pilot a tandem kayak and provide on‑water group support.
Dates & Locations:
Lake Sammamish State Park
- June 29
- July 15, 30
- August 24
Magnuson Park
- July 13, 29
- August 11
Time:
- Lake Sammamish State Park: 9:15 AM – 2:30 PM
- Magnuson Park: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must be 18+.
- Must be comfortable paddling in light to moderate winds
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations as stated in the virtual trainings.
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels and abilities
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
- Kayak Training – required annually
Paddleboarding
If you have a paddleboard, please bring it along—if not, let us know ASAP, as we have a limited number available to share.
Dates: July 11, 18, 25
Location: Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
Time: 8:15 AM – 11:15 AM
Training:
- In-person training is required
- Paddleboard and On-Shore Support Volunteers:
- June 27 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- Lead Paddleboard Volunteers:
- June 9 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- Paddleboard and On-Shore Support Volunteers:
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role descriptions below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for each role:
- Paddleboarding Volunteer Role Description
- On-Shore Support Volunteer Role Description
- Lead Paddleboarding Volunteer Role Description
Requirements:
- Must meet the minimum age requirement for the selected role (varies by role)
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to fulfill all responsibilities associated with the selected role
- Ability to assist with setup and cleanup, including lifting and organizing equipment
- Commitment to all series program dates is encouraged, though not required. Please communicate availability in advance
- Completion of training requirements
- Pass a Washington State background check
If you have a paddleboard, please bring it along—if not, let us know ASAP, as we have a limited number available to share.
Dates: August 15, 22
Location: Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
Time: 8:15 AM – 11:15 AM
Training:
- In-person training is required
- Paddleboard and On-Shore Support Volunteers:
- August 1 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Outdoors for All Lake Sammamish
- Lead Paddleboard Volunteers:
- June 9 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- July 22 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Magnuson Park
- Paddleboard and On-Shore Support Volunteers:
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role descriptions below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for each role:
- Paddleboarding Volunteer Role Description
- On-Shore Support Volunteer Role Description
- Lead Paddleboarding Volunteer Role Description
Requirements:
- Must meet the minimum age requirement for the selected role (varies by role)
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to fulfill all responsibilities associated with the selected role
- Ability to assist with setup and cleanup, including lifting and organizing equipment
- Commitment to all series program dates is encouraged, though not required. Please communicate availability in advance
- Completion of training requirements
- Pass a Washington State background check
Rock Climbing
Lead volunteer slots are limited, so all Lead volunteer sign‑ups are placed on a waitlist. Lead volunteers are selected based on experience. Share your experience when signing up—we’ll be in touch if you’re selected!
Dates: Wednesdays, June 24, July 1, 8, 15
Location: Deception Wall, North Bend
Time:
- Rock Climbing Volunteer 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Lead volunteers 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Driver 3:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Training:
- In-person Training
- Rock Climbing Volunteers: June 17 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Deception Wall, North Bend
- Lead Rock Climbing Volunteers: June 17 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Deception Wall, North Bend
- Driver Volunteers: Contact volunteer@outdoorsforall.org to coordinate
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role descriptions below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for each role:
- Rock Climbing Volunteer Role Description
- Driver Volunteer Role Description
- Lead Rock Climbing Volunteer Role Description
Requirements:
- Must meet the minimum age requirement for the selected role
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to follow Outdoors for All safety policies, staff direction, and risk‑management procedures
- Ability to assist with setup and cleanup, including organizing and handling equipment
- Commitment to all series program dates is encouraged, though not required. Please communicate availability in advance
- Completion of all required trainings before your first volunteer day
- Pass a Washington State background check
Lead volunteer slots are limited, so all Lead volunteer sign‑ups are placed on a waitlist. Lead volunteers are selected based on experience. Share your experience when signing up—we’ll be in touch if you’re selected!
Dates: Wednesdays, August 5, 12, 19, 26
Location: Deception Wall, North Bend
Time:
- Rock Climbing Volunteer 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Lead volunteers 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Driver 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Training:
- In-person Training
- Rock Climbing Volunteers: July 29 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Deception Wall, North Bend
- Lead Rock Climbing Volunteers: June 17 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Deception Wall, North Bend
- Driver Volunteers: Contact volunteer@outdoorsforall.org to coordinate
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role descriptions below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for each role:
- Rock Climbing Volunteer Role Description
- Driver Volunteer Role Description
- Lead Rock Climbing Volunteer Role Description
Requirements:
- Must meet the minimum age requirement for the selected role
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to follow Outdoors for All safety policies, staff direction, and risk‑management procedures
- Ability to assist with setup and cleanup, including organizing and handling equipment
- Commitment to all series program dates is encouraged, though not required. Please communicate availability in advance
- Completion of all required trainings before your first volunteer day
- Pass a Washington State background check
Support our rock-climbing program during spring break! Volunteers will belay participants, side climb, and help create a safe and supportive climbing environment.
Dates: 4/13, 4/16
Time: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Seattle Mountaineers
Requirements:
- Age 18+
- Completion of all required trainings
- Previous rock climbing and belay experience required
- Must be belay certified (bring belay certification card from any gym, or we will complete a knowledge check)
- Bring your own harness and climbing shoes if available (notify staff in advance if you need to borrow equipment)
Training:
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Come hang out with day camp at the outdoor rock wall at the Mountaineers in Magnuson Park! We will need support setting up equipment, fitting participants in harnesses and belaying throughout the program. This opportunity is for rock climbing volunteers who have already been belay checked with Outdoors for All.
Dates:
June 30
July 14, 15
August 3, 6, 13
Location: Outdoor rock wall at the Mountaineers in Magnuson Park
Time: 12:15 PM – 3:00 PM
Requirements:
- Age 18+
- Must be belay checked with Outdoors for All
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations as stated in the virtual trainings
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels and abilities
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Come hang out with day camp at the outdoor rock wall at the Mountaineers in Magnuson Park! We will need support setting up equipment, fitting participants in harnesses and belaying throughout the program. This opportunity is for rock climbing volunteers who have already been belay checked with Outdoors for All.
Dates:
June 24, 26
July 1, 20, 23
August 20
Location: Outdoor rock wall at the Mountaineers in Magnuson Park
Time: 12:15 PM – 3:00 PM
Requirements:
- Age 18+
- Must be belay checked with Outdoors for All
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations as stated in the virtual trainings
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels and abilities
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Mountain Biking
Outdoors for All partners with Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance to lead group mountain bike instruction, with staff leading the lessons. Volunteers support riders 1:1 by providing on-trail guidance and rider support while helping create a fun, safe, and positive experience across varied terrain. Volunteer slots are limited, so all sign‑ups are placed on a waitlist. Volunteers are selected based on experience, past involvement, and the ability to commit to at least three program days. Share your experience when signing up—we’ll be in touch if you’re selected!
Dates: Mondays, June 8, 15, 25
Location: Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park
Time: 4:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Training:
- In-Person Training Option #1 (attend both dates):
- Date: May 19 and May 21
- Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park
- In-Person Training Option #2:
- Date: May 31
- Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role description below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for this role:
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Ability to attend at least 3 mountain biking program days during the summer season
- Identify as an intermediate or advanced mountain biker with solid trail experience within the past two years
- Able to confidently and competently ride blue‑level trails in Washington State
- Comfortable riding on varied terrain and supporting riders on trail under staff or instructor direction
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to assist with setup and cleanup, including moving and organizing bikes and gear
- Must provide a personal mountain bike and helmet (helmets required)
- Pass a Washington State background check
Outdoors for All partners with Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance to lead group mountain bike instruction, with staff leading the lessons. Volunteers support riders 1:1 by providing on-trail guidance and rider support while helping create a fun, safe, and positive experience across varied terrain. Volunteer slots are limited, so all sign‑ups are placed on a waitlist. Volunteers are selected based on experience, past involvement, and the ability to commit to at least three program days. Share your experience when signing up—we’ll be in touch if you’re selected!
Dates: Mondays, July 13, 20, 27
Location: Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park
Time: 4:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Training:
- In-Person Training Option #1 (attend both dates):
- Date: May 19 and May 21
- Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park
- In-Person Training Option #2:
- Date: May 31
- Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role description below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for this role:
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Ability to attend at least 3 mountain biking program days during the summer season
- Identify as an intermediate or advanced mountain biker with solid trail experience within the past two years
- Able to confidently and competently ride blue‑level trails in Washington State
- Comfortable riding on varied terrain and supporting riders on trail under staff or instructor direction
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to assist with setup and cleanup, including moving and organizing bikes and gear
- Must provide a personal mountain bike and helmet (helmets required)
- Pass a Washington State background check
This is our intermediate mountain biking program. Outdoors for All partners with Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance to lead group mountain bike instruction, with staff leading the lessons. Volunteers cheer riders on, support them on trail, and help create a fun, safe, and positive experience across varied terrain. Volunteer slots are limited, so all sign‑ups are placed on a waitlist. Volunteers are selected based on experience, past involvement, and the ability to commit to at least three program days. Share your experience when signing up—we’ll be in touch if you’re selected!
Dates and Times:
Wednesday, August 26 | 4:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Sunday, August 30 | 9:30 AM - 2:15 PM
Location: Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park
Time: 9:30 AM - 2:15 PM
Training:
- In-Person Training Option #1 (attend both dates):
- Date: May 19 and May 21
- Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park
- In-Person Training Option #2:
- Date: May 31
- Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role description below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations for this role:
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Ability to attend at least 3 mountain biking program days during the summer season
- Identify as an intermediate or advanced mountain biker with solid trail experience within the past two years
- Able to confidently and competently ride blue‑level trails in Washington State
- Comfortable riding on varied terrain and supporting riders on trail under staff or instructor direction
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities
- Commitment to providing a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants
- Willingness to assist with setup and cleanup, including moving and organizing bikes and gear
- Must provide a personal mountain bike and helmet (helmets required)
- Pass a Washington State background check
Gravel Biking
Gravel Biking is an off‑road cycling program where volunteers support adult participants (18+) riding independently on gravel trails using standard or adaptive bikes. Volunteers work one‑on‑one or in small groups during casual 5–12 mile rides focused on building skills, confidence, and connection. Drivers may also assist as on-ride volunteers.
Dates: Sundays, April 12, 19, 26
Location: Varies – Snoqualmie Valley Trail and Palouse to Cascade Trail
Time:
- Gravel Biking Instructors: 8:30 AM - 12:15 PM
- Drivers and Vehicle Chaperones: 8:15 AM - 12:45 PM: Arrive at Bellevue office, pick up participants at Eastgate Safeway at 8:30 AM, transport to and from program location (Snoqualmie Valley Trail or Palouse to Cascades Trail).
Training:
- In‑person training is required. Please contact volunteer@outdoorsforall.org to coordinate.
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role description below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations:
Requirements:
- Age 18+
- Able to ride at least 15 miles at ~10 mph for up to 3 hours
- Comfortable riding in varied weather conditions
- Able to independently (or with minimal assistance) set up and transfer onto a bike
- Able to coach participants on skill development and safety
- Able to troubleshoot minor bike issues (e.g., chain derailment, tube replacement)
Gravel Biking is an off‑road cycling program where volunteers support adult participants (18+) riding independently on gravel trails using standard or adaptive bikes. Volunteers work one‑on‑one or in small groups during casual 5–12 mile rides focused on building skills, confidence, and connection. Drivers may also assist as on-ride volunteers.
Dates: Sundays, May 3, 10, 17
Location: Varies – Snoqualmie Valley Trail and Palouse to Cascade Trail
Time:
- Gravel Biking Instructors: 8:30 AM - 12:15 PM
- Drivers and Vehicle Chaperones: 8:15 AM - 12:45 PM: Arrive at Bellevue office, pick up participants at Eastgate Safeway at 8:30 AM, transport to and from program location (Snoqualmie Valley Trail or Palouse to Cascades Trail).
Training:
- In‑person training: One session required (see dates below)
- Wednesday, April 29 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Bellevue Office
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Responsibilities:
To help you choose the best fit, please review the volunteer role description below for a full overview of the responsibilities and expectations:
Requirements:
- Age 18+
- Able to ride at least 15 miles at ~10 mph for up to 3 hours
- Comfortable riding in varied weather conditions
- Able to independently (or with minimal assistance) set up and transfer onto a bike
- Able to coach participants on skill development and safety
- Able to troubleshoot minor bike issues (e.g., chain derailment, tube replacement)
Learn to Ride
Sign-Up Full (No volunteer opportunities remaining).
Learn to Ride is a skill-building program for youth and young adults learning to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. Lessons focus on safety, balance, steering, braking, and spatial awareness, with advanced topics such as shifting, group riding, and traffic laws as appropriate. Volunteers work one-on-one with riders who may have intellectual, developmental, cognitive, or physical disabilities. Using established games and activities, volunteers help deliver safe, fun, and engaging lessons with support from Outdoors for All staff.
Each session includes three 50-minute lesson blocks. Volunteers are expected to attend all three blocks per day and may work with the same participant or different participants. Consistency is strongly encouraged, and volunteers are invited to sign up for all four weeks if possible. Bikes and helmets are available, though volunteers are encouraged to bring their own.
Dates: Saturdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25
Time: 9:30 AM - 1:15 PM
Location: Outdoors for All Headquarters – Bellevue, WA
Requirements:
- Age 16+
- Able to sit and ride on a Strider or pedal bike for up to 3 hours
- Able to ride in varied weather conditions unless deemed unsafe
- Helmet required while riding
- Completion of all required trainings
Training:
- In‑person training: One session required (see dates below)
- Wednesday, March 25 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Headquarters
- Wednesday, April 1 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Outdoors for All Headquarters
- Review Learn to Ride training video: Enroll Here
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Bike Maintenance
Get your hands dirty with us as we prepare our bike fleet for the spring and summer! If you can change a flat tire, adjust a brake, and lube a chain – we want you! We have over 230 bikes in our fleet and winter is a great time for in-depth maintenance. You will work on a bike from start to finish, cleaning and performing safety checks, with opportunities to learn more advanced bike maintenance skills as we find issues. You will also get to know our adaptive bikes, which many people are not familiar with.
You do not need to be a “bike mechanic” for this role, but some experience working on bikes and familiarity with bike parts is a plus.
Dates:
April 7, 14, 21, 28
May 11, 18, 27
June 5, 15, 26
July 8, 15, 21, 28
August 5, 11, 25
September 9, 23
Time:
10 AM - 4 PM (6 hours total; flexible based on your availability)
Email volunteer@outdoorsforall.org with your scheduling needs.
Location:
Outdoors for All Headquarters – Bellevue, WA
Requirements:
- Age 18+
- Able to work in a workshop environment with potential for loud noises, variable temperatures, non-typical smells, and other conditions that affect the senses.
- Bike mechanical skills preferred but not required.
- Familiarity with hand tools required.
Training:
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Group Programs
Join us for Indoor Rock Climbing with Community Transition Program of the Peninsula School District. The CTP supports young adults as they transition to life after high school in achieving the greatest degree of independence and quality of life. As a rock climbing support volunteer, you will support participants in group management and belaying. You must have a belay certification from a climbing gym prior to your volunteer shift.
Date: Friday, May 1
Time: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Edgeworks Tacoma
Responsibilities:
- Belay participants
Requirements:
- 18+
- Belay certified
Training:
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Support an adaptive cycling demo with The Committee of Special Services and Learning Differences (SSALD)! The purpose of their committee is to advocate for the advancement of the academic and social-emotional education of students with different abilities and learning differences; ensuring every student is able to reach their full potential.
This event will be an all-age drop-in style community event to promote adaptive recreation. Volunteers will help with helmet fitting, cycle support, and setup/cleanup.
Date: Saturday, May 9
Time: 10:15 AM - 3:15 PM
Location: Northwood Elementary School, Mercer Island
Responsibilities:
- Help with participant check-in
- Facilitate bike fittings
- Support group management
Requirements:
- 18+
Training:
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once
Join us in Indoor Rock Climbing with Navy EFMP. Navy EFMP serves military families with members who have disabilities.
Date: Saturday, May 9
Time: 10:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Vertical World Lynwood
Responsibilities:
- Belay participants
Requirements:
- 18+
- Belay certified
Training:
- Complete online training before your first day: Enroll Here
- New Volunteer Orientation – first-time volunteers
- Participant Protection Policies – required annually
- Disability Awareness – required once