17 Mile House Farm Park open house events have concluded for 2022. More family fun and educational events will start back up in April 2023. The house and barn interiors are open for group tours and school visits by appointment only. Visitors can step back in time at 17 Mile House, a 160-year old farm which served as an important resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s. This County-designated heritage area is managed by Open Spaces with support from volunteers. Volunteers lead tours, interpret historical and natural history, and provide hands-on experiences. Volunteers also create interpretive displays, maintain the gardens, and care for the historic collection of artifacts.
The Arapahoe County Fair happens each year, the last weekend in July.
Pair up with a neighbor in need of shoveling support within walking or close driving distance of your own home. For neighbors in need of assistance, snowy walkways and driveways create a significant safety hazard. You will provide a necessary service and build a sense of community by offering snow shoveling support.
Volunteers are paired with one or more seniors to help with weekly (or as needed) grocery store trips. The volunteer can also assist with putting groceries away, prescription pick-up, and mail pick-up.
The volunteer and the senior will agree on COVID-19 precautions as they determine appropriate. This is an ongoing volunteer role with a 6 months minimum commitment.
The Point-In-Time Homelessness survey is an annual count of Colorado’s homelessness population provides valuable information for the state to understand and respond to the needs of transient individuals.
If you are interested in volunteering with the sheriff's office you will need to fill out the attached application. It includes a release that needs to be notarized prior to submitting and starting any volunteer role.
Volunteers receive a free T-shirt, snacks, beverages, and preferred parking.
Many positions are outside and will keep you on your feet, but there are plenty of indoor and sit-down options. Individuals ages 16+ (unless accompanied by a parent/guardian) and groups are welcome to volunteer.
Volunteers who volunteer for 8 or more hours are eligible for one free admission into the Fair on any day of their choosing.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4H/Public Competitions - Main Hall Watcher | 1 | 7/24/2025 | 7/27/2025 | |
| Heritage Hall - Friday, Saturday, and Sunday | 10 | 7/25/2025 | 7/27/2025 | |
| Heritage Hall - Post-Fair Teardown | 2 | 7/28/2025 | 7/28/2025 | |
| Heritage Hall - Pre-Fair Setup | 4 | 7/23/2025 | 7/24/2025 | |
| Heritage Hall: Volunteer orientation & training | 1 | 7/14/2025 | 7/14/2025 | |
| Information Booth, Map Handout & Merchandise at the Main Gate | 1 | 7/24/2025 | 7/27/2025 | |
| Kids Corral Craft Station | 3 | 7/25/2025 | 7/27/2025 | |
| Livestock Sale BBQ Mobility Assistance Driver | 0 | 7/26/2025 | 7/26/2025 | |
| Mobility Assistance Team Volunteers | 10 | 7/24/2025 | 7/27/2025 | |
| Pours on the Plains | 0 | 7/25/2025 | 7/25/2025 | |
| Sign Twirler | 4 | 7/24/2025 | 7/27/2025 | |
| Volunteer Announcer/Volunteer HQ | 7 | 7/24/2025 | 7/27/2025 | |
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pretrial Mental Health Program | 57 | 6/18/2025 | 12/31/2025 | |
Visitors can step back in time at 17 Mile House, a 160-year old farm which served as an important resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s.
This County-designated heritage area is managed by Open Spaces with support from volunteers. Volunteers lead tours, interpret historical and natural history, and provide hands-on experiences. Volunteers also create interpretive displays, maintain the gardens, and care for the historic collection of artifacts.
17 Mile House Farm Park open house events with family-fun educational activities will be hosted 5/17, 6/14, and 10/11.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/25 Open House "Pollinator-Friendly Gardening" | 1 | 10/11/2025 | 10/11/2025 | |
| Administration & Gardening | 1 | |||
| Collections & Interpretation | 1 | |||
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Receptionist | 1 | |||
Arapahoe County is home to more than 100,000 residents over the age of 60. To assist seniors and those with disabilities in maintaining healthy, active and independent lives, the County offers various programs and volunteer opportunities to serve residents.
The Dig Out Your Neighbor program is a seasonal program that supports individuals in need of support with snow shoveling during the winter.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seniors Helping Seniors - Office Project Volunteer | 326 | 6/18/2025 | 1/30/2026 | |
| Seniors Helping Seniors - Regular Office Volunteer | 326 | 6/18/2025 | 1/30/2026 | |
| Seniors Helping Seniors - Special Events Volunteer | 1 | |||
With two locations, one in Littleton and Aurora, Arapahoe County’s Veterans Service Office (VSO) is dedicated to serving the veterans in Arapahoe County and advocates for veterans in the community.
The team supports veterans and their dependents to determine eligibility and access to federal and state benefits. They bridge the gap between veterans and resources to support them.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veteran Services Claim Development Volunteer | 1 | |||
| Veteran Services Volunteer Coordinator | 1 | |||
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