Volunteer at Gaea

  • Volunteering at Gaea is easy and rewarding! Whether you’re interested in helping with events, maintaining the grounds, or supporting daily operations, there’s a role for everyone.

    Please complete the form below and our Volunteer Coordinator or a Comittee Lead will reach out to you.

  • Not at all! Gaea welcomes volunteers of all skill levels and backgrounds. From helping with simple tasks like cleaning or gardening to sharing specialized skills like carpentry or event planning, every contribution makes a difference.

  • Absolutely! We love welcoming groups for volunteer days—whether you're a team, family, or organization. It’s a great way to bond while giving back. Just contact us in advance to coordinate your visit.

  • Yes! Beyond the satisfaction of giving back, volunteers become part of Gaea’s vibrant community and contribute directly to its mission. Some activities even offer perks like meals or free entry for volunteers. Plus, you’ll get to experience the beauty of Gaea while making a meaningful impact.

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People clearing fallen branches from a dirt road with a truck nearby in a wooded area.

Let’s work together

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Person operating a chainsaw in a wooded area, wearing safety gear including an orange helmet and chaps. The scene is surrounded by trees and underbrush.

Meet our Committee Leads

  • Marc Nielson

    Gaea Retreat Center Caretaker

  • A person holding a black rooster and a sign that reads "Congratulations on your Big Black Cock" against a background of trees.

    Clarise Kieth

    Committee Lead, Welcome Tent & Social Media

  • Person with green hair eating a snack outdoors with bare tree branches and a blue sky in the background.

    Skye Dunnaway

    Committee Lead, Fires and Forestry

  • A person with long dark hair wearing a black lace-patterned top and a pendant necklace, sitting indoors near a wooden door. Behind them is a shelf with books and decorative items, including flowers in a vase and framed pictures.

    Chesha Frager

    Committee Lead, Registration & Webmaster

  • Person with gray curly hair, wearing red glasses, smiling at the camera.

    Melanie Gilbert

    Committee Lead, Safety and Medical

  • Tarah Whittington

    Cabin Sponsor Administrator