VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Join HistoriCorps crew this Fall to perform much needed maintenance to Camp 2 cabins in the Mendocino Woodlands State Park. After all, the Mendocino Woodlands was given to the people of California with the mandate that it be used for recreation and environmental education. This means the cabins are used by thousands of […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Pavilion at Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area is another timeless structure built in the 1930s by the fabled Civilian Conservation Corps, a nine year program created by federal government that put young men to work during the Great Depression on conservation and natural resources projects across the country. HistoriCorps is excited to […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Located on land historically inhabited by the Kickapoo, Osage, Caddo, O-ga-xpa, and Ohéthi Šakówi Nations, Lake Wedington hosted Civilian Conservation Corps crews that constructed cabins and other recreational buildings for public use. These CCC-built resources are overdue for some HistoriCorps TLC. Volunteers will get the opportunity to restore the rustic cabins at Lake Wedington […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: When Mary Downen, a homesteader and widow, first visited Mount Konocti in 1902 she found herself with a deep admiration of the old oak forest that fell before her eyes. It was then that she decided to stay and build a small home for herself at 3,500 feet in elevation and to live there […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Located near the Kentucky-Tennessee state border, Homeplace evokes the Civil War era in U.S. history through replicating a two-generation farm spanning the scenic, rolling landscape of northwest Tennessee. These days, interpreters in period clothing reenact daily chores on a real, working farm, where attention to details, routine, and craftsmanship is of the utmost […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Located on land historically inhabited by the Kickapoo, Osage, Caddo, O-ga-xpa, and Ohéthi Šakówi Nations, Lake Wedington hosted Civilian Conservation Corps crews that constructed cabins and other recreational buildings for public use. These CCC-built resources are overdue for some HistoriCorps TLC. Volunteers will get the opportunity to restore the rustic cabins at Lake Wedington […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: When Mary Downen, a homesteader and widow, first visited Mount Konocti in 1902 she found herself with a deep admiration of the old oak forest that fell before her eyes. It was then that she decided to stay and build a small home for herself at 3,500 feet in elevation and to live there […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park is among the oldest IOOF halls in El Dorado County, CA, and stands as one of the oldest fraternal halls in the State. It was used by the IOOF and other community groups for nearly 150 years. The primary goal the for the 2023 sessions is to […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Located near the Kentucky-Tennessee state border, Homeplace evokes the Civil War era in U.S. history through replicating a two-generation farm spanning the scenic, rolling landscape of northwest Tennessee. These days, interpreters in period clothing reenact daily chores on a real, working farm, where attention to details, routine, and craftsmanship is of the utmost […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Join HistoriCorps crew this Fall to perform much needed maintenance to Camp 2 cabins in the Mendocino Woodlands State Park. After all, the Mendocino Woodlands was given to the people of California with the mandate that it be used for recreation and environmental education. This means the cabins are used by thousands of […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park is among the oldest IOOF halls in El Dorado County, CA, and stands as one of the oldest fraternal halls in the State. It was used by the IOOF and other community groups for nearly 150 years. The primary goal the for the 2023 sessions is to […]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Located near the Kentucky-Tennessee state border, Homeplace evokes the Civil War era in U.S. history through replicating a two-generation farm spanning the scenic, rolling landscape of northwest Tennessee. These days, interpreters in period clothing reenact daily chores on a real, working farm, where attention to details, routine, and craftsmanship is of the utmost […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
