Opportunities From: Oregon Parks and Recreation Department

Volunteer: Interpretive Host at Whale Watching Center March, April, May 2027 - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only)

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Perched on a seawall with expansive ocean views and a large viewing deck, the Whale Watching Center in Depoe Bay is the perfect spot to see whales. Park staff and volunteers are ready to answer your questions and help you spot whales and other marine life. The center is equipped with binoculars for visitors, and displays feature facts about whales and information on what swimming patterns you might see.


Interpretive Hosts at the Whale Watch Center provide a service to the public. As both a park representative
and interpretive host, hosts provide and receive information related to marine mammals, coastal
wildlife, and general questions about the greater area. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.

Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm, and are scheduled for Wednesday-Sunday.


Location: Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay. A host site will be provided at Beverly Beach State Park. Volunteer(s) MUST have their own commuting vehicle, the center is 8 miles North of campground. Transportation will not be provided by the state park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.


This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Perched on a seawall with expansive ocean views and a large viewing deck, the Whale Watching Center in Depoe Bay is the perfect spot to see whales. Park staff and volunteers are ready to answer your questions and help you spot whales and other marine life. The center is equipped with binoculars for visitors, and displays feature facts about whales and information on what swimming patterns you might see.


Interpretive Hosts at the Whale Watch Center provide a service to the public. As both a park representative
and interpretive host, hosts provide and receive information related to marine mammals, coastal
wildlife, and general questions about the greater area. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.

Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm, and are scheduled for Wednesday-Sunday.


Location: Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay. A host site will be provided at Beverly Beach State Park. Volunteer(s) MUST have their own commuting vehicle, the center is 8 miles North of campground. Transportation will not be provided by the state park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.


This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Mar 1, 2027 through May 31, 2027

Zip Code: 97341

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Interpretive Host at Whale Watching Center - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only) - Recruiting for December 1 - 31, 2026

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Perched on a seawall with expansive ocean views and a large viewing deck, the Whale Watching Center in Depoe Bay is the perfect spot to see whales. Park staff and volunteers are ready to answer your questions and help you spot whales and other marine life. The center is equipped with binoculars for visitors, and displays feature facts about whales and information on what swimming patterns you might see.


Interpretive Hosts at the Whale Watch Center provide a service to the public. As both a park representative
and interpretive host, hosts provide and receive information related to marine mammals, coastal
wildlife, and general questions about the greater area. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm, and are scheduled for Wednesday-Sunday.


Location: Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay. A host site will be provided at Beverly Beach State Park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.


This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Perched on a seawall with expansive ocean views and a large viewing deck, the Whale Watching Center in Depoe Bay is the perfect spot to see whales. Park staff and volunteers are ready to answer your questions and help you spot whales and other marine life. The center is equipped with binoculars for visitors, and displays feature facts about whales and information on what swimming patterns you might see.


Interpretive Hosts at the Whale Watch Center provide a service to the public. As both a park representative
and interpretive host, hosts provide and receive information related to marine mammals, coastal
wildlife, and general questions about the greater area. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm, and are scheduled for Wednesday-Sunday.


Location: Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay. A host site will be provided at Beverly Beach State Park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.


This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Dec 1, 2026 through Dec 31, 2026

Zip Code: 97341

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Yurt & Camp Maintenance Host at Beverly Beach State Park - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only) - Recruiting for February, March 2027

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Hidden in a forest between Cape Foulweather and Yaquina Head, Beverly Beach State Park’s creekside campground is one of the state’s largest. Some campsites and the park’s day-use area are just steps away from miles of ocean beach extending from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock. The park is central to excellent whale watching viewpoints, tide-pools teeming with sea life, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and shops and restaurants in Newport.


Yurt and Maintenance Hosts at Beverly Beach state Park provide a service to the public. As a park representative,
campground hosts will provide and receive information, communicate park policy, clean/maintain
yurts and campsites, and help created a safe and welcoming environment for visitors to enjoy. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, and have varying schedules depending on assigned site. 


Location: Beverly Beach State Park.  Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Hidden in a forest between Cape Foulweather and Yaquina Head, Beverly Beach State Park’s creekside campground is one of the state’s largest. Some campsites and the park’s day-use area are just steps away from miles of ocean beach extending from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock. The park is central to excellent whale watching viewpoints, tide-pools teeming with sea life, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and shops and restaurants in Newport.


Yurt and Maintenance Hosts at Beverly Beach state Park provide a service to the public. As a park representative,
campground hosts will provide and receive information, communicate park policy, clean/maintain
yurts and campsites, and help created a safe and welcoming environment for visitors to enjoy. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, and have varying schedules depending on assigned site. 


Location: Beverly Beach State Park.  Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Feb 1, 2027 through Mar 31, 2027

Zip Code: 97365

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Yurt & Camp Maintenance Host at Beverly Beach State Park - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only) - Recruiting for July and August 2027

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Hidden in a forest between Cape Foulweather and Yaquina Head, Beverly Beach State Park’s creekside campground is one of the state’s largest. Some campsites and the park’s day-use area are just steps away from miles of ocean beach extending from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock. The park is central to excellent whale watching viewpoints, tide-pools teeming with sea life, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and shops and restaurants in Newport.


Yurt and Maintenance Hosts at Beverly Beach state Park provide a service to the public. As a park representative,
campground hosts will provide and receive information, communicate park policy, clean/maintain
yurts and campsites, and help created a safe and welcoming environment for visitors to enjoy. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, and have varying schedules depending on assigned site. 


Location: Beverly Beach State Park.  Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Hidden in a forest between Cape Foulweather and Yaquina Head, Beverly Beach State Park’s creekside campground is one of the state’s largest. Some campsites and the park’s day-use area are just steps away from miles of ocean beach extending from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock. The park is central to excellent whale watching viewpoints, tide-pools teeming with sea life, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and shops and restaurants in Newport.


Yurt and Maintenance Hosts at Beverly Beach state Park provide a service to the public. As a park representative,
campground hosts will provide and receive information, communicate park policy, clean/maintain
yurts and campsites, and help created a safe and welcoming environment for visitors to enjoy. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, and have varying schedules depending on assigned site. 


Location: Beverly Beach State Park.  Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Jul 1, 2027 through Aug 22, 2027

Zip Code: 97365

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Welcome Center Host at Beverly Beach State Park - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only) - Recruiting for March and April 2027

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Hidden in a forest between Cape Foulweather and Yaquina Head, Beverly Beach State Park’s creekside campground is one of the state’s largest. Some campsites and the park’s day-use area are just steps away from miles of ocean beach extending from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock. The park is central to excellent whale watching viewpoints, tidepools teeming with sea life, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and shops and restaurants in Newport


Welcome Center hosts provide a service to the public. As both a park representative, store and visitor center host, hosts provide and receive information related to the campground, products sold in building and general area. Selling merchandise via a Poynt operating system while performing OPRD cash handling protocols. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here. Returning hosts have the opportunity to stay for 3 months per calendar year, hosts that are new to our program are typically given a single month as their "trial" before committing to longer stays. 


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. Two shifts available are 10am-2pm or 2-6pm. Four hour shift blocks 5 days a week, with two concurrent days off each week. 


Location: Beverly Beach State Park.  Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.


This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Hidden in a forest between Cape Foulweather and Yaquina Head, Beverly Beach State Park’s creekside campground is one of the state’s largest. Some campsites and the park’s day-use area are just steps away from miles of ocean beach extending from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock. The park is central to excellent whale watching viewpoints, tidepools teeming with sea life, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and shops and restaurants in Newport


Welcome Center hosts provide a service to the public. As both a park representative, store and visitor center host, hosts provide and receive information related to the campground, products sold in building and general area. Selling merchandise via a Poynt operating system while performing OPRD cash handling protocols. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here. Returning hosts have the opportunity to stay for 3 months per calendar year, hosts that are new to our program are typically given a single month as their "trial" before committing to longer stays. 


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. Two shifts available are 10am-2pm or 2-6pm. Four hour shift blocks 5 days a week, with two concurrent days off each week. 


Location: Beverly Beach State Park.  Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.


This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Mar 1, 2027 through May 31, 2027

Zip Code: 97365

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Yurt & Camp Maintenance Host at Beverly Beach State Park - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only) - Recruiting for April, May and June 2027

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Hidden in a forest between Cape Foulweather and Yaquina Head, Beverly Beach State Park’s creekside campground is one of the state’s largest. Some campsites and the park’s day-use area are just steps away from miles of ocean beach extending from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock. The park is central to excellent whale watching viewpoints, tide-pools teeming with sea life, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and shops and restaurants in Newport.


Yurt and Maintenance Hosts at Beverly Beach state Park provide a service to the public. As a park representative,
campground hosts will provide and receive information, communicate park policy, clean/maintain
yurts and campsites, and help created a safe and welcoming environment for visitors to enjoy. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, and have varying schedules depending on assigned site. 


Location: Beverly Beach State Park.  Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Hidden in a forest between Cape Foulweather and Yaquina Head, Beverly Beach State Park’s creekside campground is one of the state’s largest. Some campsites and the park’s day-use area are just steps away from miles of ocean beach extending from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock. The park is central to excellent whale watching viewpoints, tide-pools teeming with sea life, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and shops and restaurants in Newport.


Yurt and Maintenance Hosts at Beverly Beach state Park provide a service to the public. As a park representative,
campground hosts will provide and receive information, communicate park policy, clean/maintain
yurts and campsites, and help created a safe and welcoming environment for visitors to enjoy. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, and have varying schedules depending on assigned site. 


Location: Beverly Beach State Park.  Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Apr 1, 2027 through Jun 30, 2027

Zip Code: 97365

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Giftshop Host at Otter Crest State Scenic Viewpoint March, April, May 2027 - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only)

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.


The Cape Foulweather Gift Shop, located at Otter Crest state Scenic Viewpoint, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2014 for its association with the commerce and tourism industry along the Oregon coast from 1937-1963, as well as its association with World War II and defensive measures. Now visitors can browse park and coastal souvenirs and enjoy one of the best views on the Oregon Coast from inside the gift shop. It's open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. It's closed January and February.


As both a park representative, the giftshop host provides service for Cape Foulweather by supporting store and visitor center operations. Hosts provide and receive information related to the history of the building, common marine animals, products sold in building and general area. Selling merchandise via a Poynt operating system while performing OPRD cash handling protocols. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur either 9am-1pm OR 12:30-4:40pm, and are scheduled for Wednesday-Sunday.


Location: Otter Crest State Scenic Viewpoint. A host site will be provided at Beverly Beach State Park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.


This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.


The Cape Foulweather Gift Shop, located at Otter Crest state Scenic Viewpoint, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2014 for its association with the commerce and tourism industry along the Oregon coast from 1937-1963, as well as its association with World War II and defensive measures. Now visitors can browse park and coastal souvenirs and enjoy one of the best views on the Oregon Coast from inside the gift shop. It's open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. It's closed January and February.


As both a park representative, the giftshop host provides service for Cape Foulweather by supporting store and visitor center operations. Hosts provide and receive information related to the history of the building, common marine animals, products sold in building and general area. Selling merchandise via a Poynt operating system while performing OPRD cash handling protocols. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur either 9am-1pm OR 12:30-4:40pm, and are scheduled for Wednesday-Sunday.


Location: Otter Crest State Scenic Viewpoint. A host site will be provided at Beverly Beach State Park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.


This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 97369

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Yurt & Camp Maintenance Host at Beverly Beach State Park - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only) - Recruiting for December 2026

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Hidden in a forest between Cape Foulweather and Yaquina Head, Beverly Beach State Park’s creekside campground is one of the state’s largest. Some campsites and the park’s day-use area are just steps away from miles of ocean beach extending from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock. The park is central to excellent whale watching viewpoints, tide-pools teeming with sea life, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and shops and restaurants in Newport.


Yurt and Maintenance Hosts at Beverly Beach state Park provide a service to the public. As a park representative,
campground hosts will provide and receive information, communicate park policy, clean/maintain
yurts and campsites, and help created a safe and welcoming environment for visitors to enjoy. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, and have varying schedules depending on assigned site. 


Location: Beverly Beach State Park.  Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.

Hidden in a forest between Cape Foulweather and Yaquina Head, Beverly Beach State Park’s creekside campground is one of the state’s largest. Some campsites and the park’s day-use area are just steps away from miles of ocean beach extending from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock. The park is central to excellent whale watching viewpoints, tide-pools teeming with sea life, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and shops and restaurants in Newport.


Yurt and Maintenance Hosts at Beverly Beach state Park provide a service to the public. As a park representative,
campground hosts will provide and receive information, communicate park policy, clean/maintain
yurts and campsites, and help created a safe and welcoming environment for visitors to enjoy. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.


Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes about 20 hours of volunteer service each week, per host. The volunteer shifts occur 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, and have varying schedules depending on assigned site. 


Location: Beverly Beach State Park.  Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.

Program: Beverly Beach Management Unit

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Dec 1, 2026 through Dec 31, 2026

Zip Code: 97365

Allow Groups: No