Join the Schweiger Ranch Volunteer Team and make a lasting impact—help preserve, protect, and bring to life the rich history of Douglas County for generations to come!
Schweiger Ranch volunteers are a critical part of our organization, and help further our mission: TO PROVIDE DIVERSE, RECREATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO FOSTER AN UNDERSTANDING AND ENJOYMENT OF THE AREA’S CULTURAL AND NATURAL HERITAGE THROUGH DISPLAYS, DEMONSTRATIONS, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS FOR THE GREATER COMMUNITY.
There are plenty of ways to get involved—whether you’re looking to volunteer monthly, weekly, daily, occasionally, or just one time, we have opportunities to fit your schedule. Browse our current openings below, and check back often as new opportunities are added!
Minimum age to volunteer is 18 yrs. • Parents/Guardians may volunteer with a child 12 yrs and older, unless otherwise noted within the opportunity description.
Interested in volunteering as a group? Email our Volunteer Coordinator for group opportunities.
Animal Care
Love animals? Join our team and assist with the feeding and care of our goats and chickens. Responsibilities include feeding, providing fresh water, grooming and general care of the animals.
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Animal care and feeding takes approximately 30-45 minutes per shift. The morning shift is feeding anytime between 7:00 am through 11:00 am, and the afternoon shift is anytime between 3:00 pm through 7:00 pm. Applicants should be comfortable working with livestock and able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. | Requirements: Commit to 2-3 shifts per month for a one-year term. Application, liability waiver, background screening (with $25.50 fee paid directly to screening provider) and training.
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Cleanup Days
Enjoy the Colorado sunshine and lend a hand preserving and caring for the Ranch and animal habitats. Opportunities vary each month for general cleanup, repairs and maintenance, garden maintenance, planting, weed mitigation, mucking animal habitats, sweeping outbuildings and cleaning inside the historic house. Cleanup days are generally 2-hour shifts on the 3rd Saturday each month, weather permitting
This opportunity is not recommended for anyone with respiratory or health issues.
Participation Requirements: Registration application and liability waiver.
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Continue to check back for additional dates throughout the year.
Saturday, July 18th | 8:00 – 10:00 am
Saturday, August 15th | 8:00 – 10:00 am
Saturday, September 19th | 8:00 – 10:00 am
Saturday, November 14th | 1:00 – 3:00 pm
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Event Help
Join us for an event and lend a hand with minor setup, teardown, refreshments, greeters, info tent, attendants and more. We keep the shifts short so you can also enjoy the event. Shifts times and specific tasks vary depending on the event.
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A few things to note before registering:
- Events are outdoors and happen rain/snow or shine. (Although we always hope for a Colorado sunny day, the event will be cancelled in cases of severe weather or poor ground conditions)
- Volunteers need to be 18 years old to participate, unless volunteering with a parent/guardian. Parents/Guardians may volunteer with up to two children aged 12 years or older and will be assigned together. (Not recommended for children under 12 yrs)
- Groups are welcome to volunteer, however each group participant must register individually. For groups that wish to stay together or in small sub-groups, we recommend signing up for setup or teardown shifts. All shifts during event hours are for individual positions.
- Students (12 & older) are welcome to volunteer with their parent as the primary volunteer. This is a great opportunity to earn extra school required volunteer hours.
- Tasks/positions will be assigned by our team on event day. Details for your specific tasks will be provided upon check-in.
Event Help: Austrian Christmas
Join us for our 10th annual Schweiger Ranch Austrian Christmas on Saturday, December 5th. Considering volunteering and participating in our signature event of the year to celebrate the Christmas traditions of the Austrians who settled the ranch in 1874.
As our biggest event of year, we need over 150 volunteers to make this free event the best ever for our community and surrounding neighborhoods. There are many shift opportunities available over a three-day period with tasks ranging from guest counters, food service help, Santa’s helper, line managers/attendants, setup, teardown, and many more. We keep the shift times short, so you can enjoy the event and festivities before or after your shift.
Shift times will be finalized in September. Please check back for general event details and signup opportunities.
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A few things to note before registering:
- This is an outdoor event and will happen rain/snow or shine. (We hope for a beautiful sunny day!)
- Volunteers need to be 18 years old to participate, unless volunteering with a parent/guardian. Parents/Guardians may volunteer with up to two children aged 15 years or older and will be assigned together. (Not recommended for children under 15 yrs)
- Groups are welcome to volunteer, however each group participant must register individually. For groups that wish to stay together or in small sub-groups, we recommend signing up for setup or teardown shifts. All shifts during event hours are for individual positions.
- Students (15 & older) are welcome to volunteer with their parent as the primary volunteer. This is a great opportunity to earn extra school required volunteer hours.
- Tasks/positions will be assigned by our team on event day. Details for your specific tasks will be provided upon check-in.
This is a free event. Friends and family of volunteers wishing to attend may arrive anytime during event hours of 11:00 am-3:00 pm. For event details, visit: Austrian Christmas Event
Questions? Send an email to volunteer@schweigerranch.org
Greeter
As a Greeter, you’ll be the friendly first face visitors see when they arrive at Schweiger Ranch. Help create a welcoming experience by greeting guests, distributing touring maps and informational materials, and answering general questions to help visitors navigate the property and enjoy their visit. If you enjoy meeting new people and providing excellent customer service, this is a rewarding opportunity to help every guest feel welcome from the moment they arrive.
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Greeter opportunities are available from June through September on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Two shifts are available, 11:45am – 2:00 pm and 2:00 pm – 4:15 pm.
One-Time Opportunities
To view a list of one-time volunteer opportunity dates and times, click here. Opportunities are regularly added throughout the year.
For group opportunities, click here to inquire.
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