Come restore one of Missouri’s finest examples of Colonial Revival architecture in the heart of the Mark Twain National Forest! The Houston Ranger Station is located in the Houston Ranger District of Missouri. The buildings were constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Lynchburg Camp with help from the Emergency Relief Administration (ERA) between 1936 […]
Whelp, it looks like we’re heading back to Virginia, and we couldn’t be more excited! Over twenty volunteers joined us in 2023, putting a sizable dent in the long list of tasks necessary to restore the Cave Mountain Lake Pavilion. Needless to say, we are itching to get back out there to finish the job. […]
Spring into action to help restore the shelter at Boykin Springs Recreation Area, nestled inside the tranquil Angelina National Forest! The Pineywoods of East Texas is a region thick with rolling hills, swamps, and pinewood forests that extend eastward into Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. It’s the kind of place that is naturally equipped for outdoor […]
Jaw-dropping views of California’s Big Sur coast await all those who answer the call to preserve the Livermore Cabin for a week of enchantment south of Monterey! Big Sur of California’s central coast is a weaving oceanside dropping down from the Santa Lucia Mountains that hug the majestic Highway 1 running from Carmel to San […]
If you are a historic preservation construction professional passionate about sharing your skills and knowledge while saving historic structures in some of the most beautiful places in America, HistoriCorps may be the opportunity for you. The Project Supervisor is our boots on the ground professional that directs the day-to-day work of each project, educates and […]
Work with HistoriCorps! HistoriCorps is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization whose mission is to foster a preservation ethic by engaging volunteers in saving historic places. What HistoriCorps Does Saves historic buildings Teaches volunteers traditional building skills Provides a unique all-inclusive volunteer experience on public lands for people of all ages and from all walks […]
We’re returning to the Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs to preserve the Enomoto Cabin, which has fallen into disrepair from vandalism and neglect! SESSION DATES: May 26-31 and June 2-7 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Patrick Kennedy! Project Site Description & History: Enomoto Cabin is part of the Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs. Its historical significance spans several generations from […]
From the early 1900s until the 1960s, radium, vanadium, and uranium mining boomed on Colorado’s western slope. Calamity Camp survives as a popular tourist stop for historians looking for a “miner detour.” On the western slope of Colorado you’ll find epic mesas, towering mountain ranges, and among other things, a rich mining history. Calamity Camp […]
It’s time again for HistoriCorps to return to Wyoming and continue our longstanding work at the historic Lemley Mill and Miners Delight Saloon! SESSION DATES: June 2-7, June 9-14, June 23-28, and June 30 – July 5 LOCATION: 45 minutes from Lander, WY! Project Site Description & History: Located just 40 minutes from the outdoor-lovers’ destination of […]
One hundred years ago, Joyce Estate was living large during the roaring 20s, and a century later, HistoriCorps is helping return it to its former glory days. In 2023 HistoriCorps began a new partnership with the Chippewa National Forest whose region covers roughly 1.6 million acres in the north central woods of Minnesota. Secluded just […]
This is a HardCorps project, which will involve a higher degree of difficulty for participants. SESSION DATES: June 2-7 and June 9-14 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Pete Specht CREW LEADER: Karina Burbank Rising atop the crest of Shenandoah Mountain is the High Knob Fire Tower, a one of kind stone-constructed lookout tower built in the 1930s that symbolizes a […]
Perhaps our longest continuing project to date, Forest Lodge is among our most popular volunteer opportunities, and with good reason. Early birds get the worm on this one, so don’t wait to register and we’ll see you on Lake Namakegon! It’s that time of year again when a returning cast of characters and a slew […]
We’re back with another opportunity to volunteer at Alder Ridge Lookout Cabin – a cherished relic perched atop the Sierra Nevada in the Eldorado National Forest, California, USA. SESSION DATES: June 16-21, June 23-28, and June 30 – July 5 Project Site Description and History: Nestled within the rugged terrain of Eldorado National Forest stands […]
Camp Rabideau Pavilion and Barrack Preservation, Minnesota Session Dates: June 23-28, June 30 – July 5th, July 28 – August 2, August 4-9, and August 11-16 Location: Located approximately 70 minutes Northwest of Grand Rapids, MN Project Site Description and History: If you haven’t noticed by now, HistoriCorps is often associated with the Civilian Conservation […]
Behind one of Colorado’s popular watering holes lies the Buckhorn Work Center, a 1930s forestry compound still serving the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests. SESSION DATES: June 23-28 and June 30 – July 5 LOCATION: Located approximately 45 minutes west of Fort Collins in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Project Site Description & History: The […]
Join us at Birch Creek Charcoal Kilns in Idaho for a unique opportunity to connect with nature, preserve history, and make a positive impact in our community! Session Dates: July 14-19 and July 21-26 Project Site Information and History: The Birch Creek Charcoal Kilns in Idaho are historical structures located in the Leadore area, representing […]
Join us in preserving the natural beauty of Denver City Park Lily Ponds and be a part of revitalizing this cherished spot for generations to come. Session Dates: July 14-19 and July 21-26 Project Site Description & History The Denver City Park Lily Ponds, an integral part of Denver’s historic City Park, were established in […]
Discover the charm of Northern Michigan’s remote Grand Island and be part of a select group dedicated to restoring one of its oldest cottages! SESSION DATES: July 14-19 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Erin Crooks! ASSISTANT PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Charles Dobry! CREW LEADER: Marissa Hoffman! Project Site Description & History: The Stone Quarry Cottage in Michigan is one of […]
Feed your passion for nature and adventure by volunteering at the breathtaking Bunker Hill Lookout Tower in California! SESSION DATES: July 14-19, July 21-26, July 28 – August 2 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Brandon Allemen! Project Site Description and History: The Bunker Hill Lookout is a key historical site within Region 5, symbolizing its expansive fire management […]
Join us at Birch Creek Charcoal Kilns in Idaho for a unique opportunity to connect with nature, preserve history, and make a positive impact in our community! Session Dates: July 14-19 and July 21-26 Project Site Information and History: The Birch Creek Charcoal Kilns in Idaho are historical structures located in the Leadore area, representing […]
Join us in preserving the natural beauty of Denver City Park Lily Ponds and be a part of revitalizing this cherished spot for generations to come. Session Dates: July 14-19 and July 21-26 Project Site Description & History The Denver City Park Lily Ponds, an integral part of Denver’s historic City Park, were established in […]
Feed your passion for nature and adventure by volunteering at the breathtaking Bunker Hill Lookout Tower in California! SESSION DATES: August 18-22, August 25-30 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Brandon Allemen! Project Site Description and History: The Bunker Hill Lookout is a key historical site within Region 5, symbolizing its expansive fire management efforts during the Great […]
Join us in shadow of Mt. Rushmore, as HistoriCorps is revs up to restore the fabled Grizzly Campground Pavilion! SESSION DATES: August 25-30, September 1-6, September 22-27 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Erin Crooks! CREW LEADER: Ashley Aus Project Site Description & History In the shadow of our nation’s most controversial memorial, HistoriCorps next project sits humbly beneath the pine forests […]
We need HardCorps volunteers to get us over the finish line to restore the iconic Section House atop Boreas Pass! PROJECT PARTNER: Pike-San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands SESSION DATES: September 1-6, September 8-13, and September 22-27 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: TBD for Session 1! Ian “IO” Oeser (Session 2 & 3) CREW LEADER: Mary Curran! Project […]
Secluded in the rugged hills of West Virginia sits the Blue Bend Pavilion, a CCC era site with a touch of southern hospitality. PROJECT PARTNER: Monongahela National Forest SESSION DATES: September 22-27, September 29 – October 4, October 6-11, and October 13-18 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! CREW LEADER: Beckett Hunecke! Project Site Description & History The Blue Bend Pavilion […]
North of Yosemite Valley in the heart of the Stanislaus National Forest is our next adventure! Join us for a HardCorps trip of a lifetime as we hike and camp in the Sierra backcountry to restore the Cooper Cabin! PROJECT PARTNER: Stanislaus National Forest SESSION DATES: September 15-20 (w/ members of American Conservation Experience) and September 23 – October 1 (8 day […]
Secluded in the rugged hills of West Virginia sits the Blue Bend Pavilion, a CCC era site with a touch of southern hospitality. PROJECT PARTNER: Monongahela National Forest SESSION DATES: September 22-27, September 29 – October 4, October 6-11, and October 13-18 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! CREW LEADER: Beckett Hunecke! Project Site Description & History The Blue Bend Pavilion […]
Secluded in the rugged hills of West Virginia sits the Blue Bend Pavilion, a CCC era site with a touch of southern hospitality. PROJECT PARTNER: Monongahela National Forest SESSION DATES: September 22-27, September 29 – October 4, October 6-11, and October 13-18 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! CREW LEADER: Beckett Hunecke! Project Site Description & History The Blue Bend Pavilion […]
On the heels of the Grand Canyon’s southern rim is the Grandview Lookout Cabin, a historic Forest Service compound and popular tourist site for those venturing the world-famous Arizona Trail (AZT). PROJECT PARTNER: Kaibab National Forest SESSION DATES: October 13-18 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Sarah Mees! CREW LEADER: Matt McKay! Project Site Description & History Located on the southern rim of […]
Secluded in the rugged hills of West Virginia sits the Blue Bend Pavilion, a CCC era site with a touch of southern hospitality. PROJECT PARTNER: Monongahela National Forest SESSION DATES: September 22-27, September 29 – October 4, October 6-11, and October 13-18 PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Reid Saunders! CREW LEADER: Beckett Hunecke! Project Site Description & History The Blue Bend Pavilion […]
