Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

Join us in conserving and managing our state’s natural resources as a DNR Volunteer!

Check out current openings across the state listed under DNR Volunteer Opportunities. 

• APPLY online to volunteer with us.
• Then SIGN UP for a specific activity to do.

Special Volunteer Opportunity at 2026 Minnesota State Fair

The State Fair is coming August 27 - September 7 and YOU can be a part of it!

• Receive admission tickets to the fair for each day you volunteer.
• Parking and meals are your responsibility.
• You must pass a criminal background check and safety quiz.

State Fair Volunteer positions are: (limited number of shifts available)

• 2026 WMA Exhibit and Accessible Hunting Blind
• Wildlife Wing Interpreter
• Wildfire Prevention Volunteer

• Smokey Bear Costumed Character (wear costume for two 1-hour intervals)

•  Voice of Smokey Bear  (Lead Smokey around, speak for Smokey, and hand out free items)