Volunteer With Us

Join our community of dedicated environmental stewards

Make a Difference

Volunteering with Bay Tides is more than just giving your time—it's about becoming part of a community that cares deeply about the San Francisco Bay. Whether you have a few hours or want to make a regular commitment, there's a place for you.

No experience necessary. We provide training and all the tools you need. Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to get involved!

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Volunteer Opportunities

Choose the activities that match your interests

Shoreline Cleanups

Join us for regular cleanup events along the Peninsula shoreline. Help remove pollution and debris while connecting with fellow community members who care about our bay.

  • Monthly cleanup events
  • All ages welcome
  • Equipment provided
  • 2-3 hours per event

Habitat Restoration

Get your hands dirty planting native species and restoring critical habitats. Our restoration projects make a direct, visible impact on the health of our local ecosystem.

  • Native plant installation
  • Invasive species removal
  • Wetland restoration
  • Training provided

Community Events

Help us spread the word about environmental stewardship. Volunteer at educational workshops, community fairs, and outreach events throughout the Bay Area.

  • Educational workshops
  • Community fairs
  • School presentations
  • Tabling at local events

Tech Volunteers Wanted

Are you a developer, designer, or tech enthusiast? Help us build digital tools that make sustainable living accessible to everyone in the Bay Area.

Our flagship project, Bay Area Discounts (opens in new tab) , is entirely open source. Contribute code, report bugs, suggest features, or help with documentation. Every contribution makes a difference.

Skills we're looking for:

  • Web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Mobile app development (iOS, Android)
  • UI/UX design and accessibility
  • Technical writing and documentation
  • Data research and program verification
Contribute on GitHub (opens in new tab)
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Open Source

All our projects are publicly available on GitHub

Why Volunteer?

Connect with Nature

Spend time outdoors in beautiful Bay Area locations while making a positive impact.

Build Community

Meet like-minded people who share your passion for environmental conservation.

Learn New Skills

Gain hands-on experience in habitat restoration, conservation, and environmental science.

Make an Impact

See the direct results of your work as you help restore and protect local ecosystems.

Ready to Get Started?

Fill out our volunteer interest form and we'll be in touch about upcoming opportunities.

Sign Up to Volunteer