Outer Banks Volunteer Opportunities

From Tending Fields to Interpreting History and Storytelling

Island Farm has a volunteer opportunity for you!

Are you passionate about history and historical storytelling? Do you enjoy woodworking? Do you like working with young learners and introducing them to fun, new games?

Island Farm offers a variety of volunteer opportunities, and we’d love for you to get involved! Whether you’re looking for a role that aligns with your skills or want to explore something new, there’s something for everyone to explore.

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Featured Island Farm Volunteer

Joe Roberts Volunteer Highlight

Meet our summer volunteer historical blacksmith interpreter at Island Farm, Joe Roberts. Joe, a Princeton University student, discusses why he enjoyed his internship made possible through the Dale Summer Award.

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We value the unique skills you bring to the table. If you have additional expertise or ideas you’d like to share with Island Farm, feel free to discuss them with our Admin Coordinator, Jane Bailey.

Contact Jane Bailey, our Admin Coordinator at jane@obcinc.org to coordinate a volunteer shift. Check here for regular updates.

For a complete list of volunteer policies and guidelines, please refer to our Volunteer Manual

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General Questions and Information

Types of Outer Banks Volunteer Opportunities We Offer in Manteo

Many volunteer opportunities at Island Farm in Manteo, NC, allow you to work outdoors with plants, animals, as well as people of various ages and backgrounds. You’ll be supported by staff and current volunteers who are available to answer questions and provide guidance. Don’t hesitate to ask for questions or seek out new learning experiences. 

Below are examples of activities that volunteers have been involved with at Island Farm: 

Group Volunteering:

Organized groups (e.g. Lion’s Club, employer-based volunteering, 4-H Clubs, etc.) can be accommodated for volunteer opportunities. Please contact the Admin Coordinator for the most up to date information and to coordinate a workday. 

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