Join our volunteer community and help make outdoor recreation accessible for people with disabilities. Opportunities vary by season and may include kayaking, paddleboarding, rock climbing, cycling, and more. Use the dropdown menus below to explore and sign up.
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Current Volunteer Opportunities:
Group Programs
About: Support an adaptive cycling day with Bridge of Promise! Bridge of Promise is a non-profit organization providing recreation and life-skills programming to adults with developmental disabilities (DD/ID) in the Metro-Seattle area. The organization believes that all individuals should be provided with meaningful life experiences, social engagement, and personal growth opportunities. As part of their commitment to healthy habits and community connection, outdoor activity is a key component of their social engagement programming.
Date: September 9
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Magnuson Park
Responsibilities:
- Assist with helmet fittings
- Support in cycle activities
Requirements:
- 18+
- Click here to enroll in the below required virtual trainings:
- New Volunteer Orientation (complete only if you are a new volunteer)
- Participant Protection Policies (this must be completed annually)
- Disability Awareness (this must be completed once)
About: Support an adaptive cycling demo with Headstrong! Headstrong serves individuals with head injuries. Volunteers will help with helmet fitting, cycle support, and setup/cleanup.
Date: September 20
Time: 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Lake Sammamish State Park - Sunset Beach
Responsibilities:
- Assist with helmet fittings
- Support in cycle activities
Requirements:
- 18+
- Click here to enroll in the below required virtual trainings:
- New Volunteer Orientation (complete only if you are a new volunteer)
- Participant Protection Policies (this must be completed annually)
- Disability Awareness (this must be completed once)
About: Support a kayak day with Navy Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)! Navy EFMP serves military families with members who have disabilities.
Date: September 20
Time: 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Cranberry Lake - Deception Pass
Responsibilities:
- Assist with kayak management and PFD fitting
- Serve as a tandem pilot or kayak buddy for participants
- Support participant safety, comfort, and confidence on the water
Requirements:
- 18+
- Attend and complete required trainings.
- Must be comfortable paddling in light to moderate winds
- Ability and desire to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and abilities.
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations as stated in the virtual trainings.
- Equipment: no equipment required. We provide the kayaks, paddles, PFDs, and all other kayaking gear. You can bring your own PFD if you would like
Training:
Virtual
- Virtual Training – use this link to enroll in the below courses
- New Volunteer Orientation (only complete once)
- Participant Protection Policies (complete annually)
- Disability Awareness (complete annually)
- Kayak Training (complete annually)
Gravel Biking
About:
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Gravel Biking is an off-road biking program aimed at having fun and building social connections while also increasing riding skills and endurance on the bike. Volunteers can expect to work one-on-one or in small groups with riders that are ages 18+, can independently ride a bike or trike on varied terrain, and have one or more of the following disability types: intellectual, developmental, cognitive, or physical. Our gravel rides range in distance from 5-12 miles on flat or railroad grade trails; the pace is casual and mileage goals may vary depending on the participant(s). Participants may use a standard 2-wheeled bike or an adaptive trike or handcycle. Tandem bikes are also available for participants if experienced captains are available. Drivers and chaperones for the program can also function as on-ride volunteers.
Dates: September 7, 14, 21
Time:
- Instructor: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Drivers: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Locations:
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Week 1 (9/7)
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Meeting Point: Tolt McDonald Park and Campground
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Week 2 (9/14)
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Meeting Point: Depot Park
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Week 3 (9/21)
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Meeting Point: Nick Loutsis Park
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Requirements
- Age 18+
- Able to easily ride 15 miles at a pace of 10 mph, for up to 3 hours
- Be able to ride in all weather conditions unless deemed dangerous. Be prepared for rain and chilly weather, as well as sunny conditions.
- Be able to independently or with minimal assistance set up and transfer onto your own bike. If you need reasonable accommodation please let us know upon registration.
- Be able to coach participants through instruction on skill development and safety awareness during the bike ride
- Be able to help troubleshoot and fix small bike issues while on the group ride, including chain derailment and tube replacement (covered in training)
- Bikes and helmets are available, but you are encouraged to bring your own if you can.
Training:
- In-person for first-time cycling volunteers (choose one)
- 9/4, 6 PM – 8 PM, Location: Outdoors for All Offices, 1800 Richards Rd Bellevue
- Drivers Only: Must complete driver training with our Facilities Coordinator. Please email volunteer@outdoorsforall.org to schedule.
- Click here to enroll in the below required virtual trainings:
- New Volunteer Orientation (complete only if you are a new volunteer)
- Participant Protection Policies (this must be completed annually)
- Disability Awareness (this must be completed once)
Hiking
About: Outdoors for All is hosting a hiking program at Lake Sammamish State Park this fall! Join us in supporting participants as they explore the park, connect with nature, and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. Volunteers will assist with guided hikes on both paved and dirt paths.
Volunteer time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Outdoors for All- Lake Sammamish, 2300 NW Sammamish Rd, Issaquah, WA 98027
Dates:
September 13 & 27
October 11 & 25
Virtual Training:
- Completion of required virtual Training – use this link to enroll in the below courses:
- New Volunteer Orientation (only complete once)
- Participant Protection Policies (complete annually)
- Disability Awareness (complete annually)
Cycling
About: Our Adaptive Cycling Center is open 7 days a week from 10 AM – 6 PM at Magnuson Park. Adaptive cycles are free for participants to use in the park thanks to our partnership with the Seattle Department of Transportation.
Volunteers will support the Adaptive Cycling Center on weekends and heavy-use days. Volunteers will greet participants, discuss bike options, ensure liability waivers are signed, perform A B C Quick checks, give Magnuson Park and Lake Sammamish State Park tours, provide route suggestions, and more! Bike maintenance skills and knowledge are not required.
Location: Magnuson Park
Dates: Weekends and heavy use days from June 7 – September 30
Times: 2 shifts (9:45 AM – 1 PM and 1:30 PM – 5 PM)
Requirements: Must be 18 years or older
Virtual Training:
- Completion of required virtual Training – use this link to enroll in the below courses:
- New Volunteer Orientation (only complete once)
- Participant Protection Policies (complete annually)
- Disability Awareness (complete annually)
About: Our Adaptive Cycling Center is open 7 days a week from 10 AM – 6 PM at Lake Sammamish. Adaptive cycles are free for participants to use in the park thanks to our partnership with the Seattle Department of Transportation.
Volunteers will support the Adaptive Cycling Center on weekends and heavy-use days. Volunteers will greet participants, discuss bike options, ensure liability waivers are signed, perform A B C Quick checks, give Magnuson Park and Lake Sammamish State Park tours, provide route suggestions, and more! Bike maintenance skills and knowledge are not required.
Location: Lake Sammamish
Dates: Weekends and heavy use days from June 7 – September 30
Times: 2 shifts (9:45 AM – 1 PM and 1:30 PM – 5 PM)
Requirements: Must be 18 years or older
Virtual Training:
- Completion of required virtual Training – use this link to enroll in the below courses:
- New Volunteer Orientation (only complete once)
- Participant Protection Policies (complete annually)
- Disability Awareness (complete annually)
About: On select Sundays during the summer, we take the Adaptive Cycling Center on the road to provide bikes for communities that may have trouble getting to Magnuson Park.
Volunteers in this role will support staff in setting-up the event by loading and unloading bikes from a trailer and setting up tents, tables and marketing materials. You will have opportunities to engage with the public about Outdoors for All programs, and ensure our riders are ready to roll by completing waivers and fitting helmets.
Time: 10 AM - 2 PM
Date and Location:
August 24 - Genesee Park
September 7- Seward Park
September 21 - Seacrest Park Cove 2
Requirements: Must be 18 years or older
Virtual Training:
o Completion of required virtual Training – use this link to enroll in the below courses:
o New Volunteer Orientation (only complete once)
o Participant Protection Policies (complete annually)
o Disability Awareness (complete annually)
General Information And Documents
PARTICIPANT PROTECTION POLICIES
SPORT PROTECTION REPORTING FORM
Outdoors for All does not tolerate abuse or neglect of any kind, between any association of staff, volunteers, participants, family members, or caregivers. In Washington State, abuse or neglect is defined as the physical, sexual, or emotional injury of child (or vulnerable adult) by any person under circumstances which cause harm to the individual’s health, welfare, or safety; or the negligent treatment or maltreatment of a child (or vulnerable adult) by a person responsible for or providing care to the child.
If there is suspected abuse or neglect, or a claim of abuse or neglect, taking place within an Outdoors for All program, or with a participant who is involved in an Outdoors for All program, Outdoors for All has a legal and ethical responsibility to report such suspensions or claims to the appropriate authorities and/or support investigations into such claims of abuse or neglect.
During an investigation, Outdoors for All may limit the participation of individuals involved in the claim. Outdoors for All does not have an obligation to share the details of an investigation with those involved in the claim, to protect privacy and prevent retaliation of those involved.
Staff and volunteers complete yearly training on abuse and neglect prevention and reporting practices within Washington State.