Volunteers make the KLT what it is!
At Kingston Land Trust, volunteering is about more than lending a hand — it’s about caring for land, community, and each other.
We also steward and activate land across Kingston and Ulster County through many unique initiatives and programs, and there are meaningful ways for individuals, families, and youth to get involved. Whether you’re excited about land stewardship, food justice, community care, education, or behind-the-scenes support, there’s a place for you here.
Our volunteer opportunities span projects like Comida y Tierra, and the care of beloved places such as Land In Black Hands Farm, Forest Sanctuary, Red Fox Ravine, and the Murray Street Parklet, Esopus Floodplain — along with many other evolving efforts rooted in equity, ecology, and collective well-being.
No prior experience is needed — we welcome people of all backgrounds and ages, and provide guidance and support along the way!
Please fill out our Volunteer interest form →
Have specific questions? Email community@kingstonlandtrust.org for more info.
Find Your Fit
Because our initiatives are diverse, we use a Volunteer interest form to connect people with opportunities that align with their interests, availability, skills, and age range and location.
KLT Protected Lands & Projects
- Red Fox Ravine (20+ acres, 66 Wilbur Avenue, Kingston, NY) Project: Planting/weeding for biodiversity/pollinators/beauty/food
- Forest Sanctuary (Less than 1 acre, 71 Gross Street, Kingston, NY) Project: Planting/weeding for biodiversity/pollinators/beauty/food
- Land In Black Hands Farm (50+ acres off Wilbur Avenue, Kingston, NY) Project: Farming, growing food, small building projects, cultural work, story telling, youth or event support
- Murray Street Parklet (Less than 1 acre, 77 Murray Street, Kingston, NY) Planting/weeding a small park and food forest
- Esopus Creek and Floodplain Properties (50+ acres, multiple addresses, Town of Ulster) Planting/weeding for riparian buffer/biodiversity/pollinators/beauty/food
What volunteering can look like
Volunteer roles change with the seasons and the needs of each initiative; opportunities are available for adults, youth, families and other groups to participate together.
KLT stewardship events are also all listed on our events page so don't miss out!
Join the Community Stewardship Crew Whatsapp Group!
Dedicated volunteers can become consistent community stewards. Community Stewards make a deeper commitment and take a more active role in caring for KLT land in their neighborhood. These local heroes know about and use the specific stewardship tools and techniques for their particular patch of land, and share their knowledge with visitors as needed. Join the group here!
Join the KLT Volunteer Email List and stay in the loop! →