Opportunities From: Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District

Join us for our BIMPRD Winter Basketball League as a coach and have fun teaching essential skills and strategies to players during games. Volunteer today and make a positive impact on young athletes.

Grades 1-4: 7-8-game season; 20-minute halves, running clock; no overtime; equal playing time for all players; Two 1 hour practices a week; basketball to keep .
Grade 5: 8-9-game season; 20-minute halves, running clock; no overtime; equal playing time for all players; Two 1 hour practices a week; basketball to keep.
Grades 6-8: 6-7-game season; 20-minute halves, running clock; 3-minute overtime; Two 1 hour practices a week; no basketball; end of season double elimination tournament. 

Practices: Practices are twice a week for an hour. They can be as early as 4:00p and as late as 8:00p. They can be held at Blakely, Halilts, Ordway, or Sakai. Where and what time your practice is will be determined at our coaches meeting TBD.

League Games: League games are on Saturdays. Games are projected to start January 10 and end roughly March 7. Games can be as early as 8:00am and as late as 7:00p. Games will be held on Bainbridge or in the North Kitsap School District gyms.

Basketball Jerseys: Each new player will purchase a reversible basketball jersey.  Volunteer Coaching: We rely on volunteers to help make this program successful. No experience necessary. We can help you along the way.

Sign up using the link below if you haven't already. 

Work with the Park District's horticulture staff and the Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation every second Tuesday this winter caring for an historic fruit orchard, edible perennials and other historic plantings in this former homestead in the heart of downtown.

These work parties are well suited for children six and up who are comfortable using some small hand tools.

Join the Park District's natural resources team every second Saturday at Blakely Harbor Park.  Contribute to the ongoing restoration of this important island habitat, removing invasive species, spreading mulch, and planting native plants.

These work parties are well suited for children ages six and up who are comfortable using some small hand tools and walking off trails through a two-hour work party. 

Join the Park District's Natural Resources team this winter in caring for the woods and meadows of Moritani Preserve by managing invasive species, maintaining garden beds, and planting natives when the weather is right. Parking on Shepard Dr NW.

Note: On Thursday, February 19, stewardship focus has been redirected to Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial — Day of Remembrance, 2026. Please consider joining the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial Association, the Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation, and Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District, for a day of stewardship to remember the 84th anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066. Sign up here-->https://biparks.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1170238

Want to learn more about mountain bike trail maintenance? Work with the Trails Team and help maintain the Strawberry Hill Bike Park!

Well-suited for children ages eight and up who are comfortable using some small hand tools.

April is Earth Month and we are celebrating through stewardship! Join the Park District, BI Parks & Trails Foundation, and BI Land Trust at Manzanita Park to restore habitat along the Manzanita Watershed. We'll be removing invasive plant species and creating habitat piles.

Why Manzanita Watershed? The Manzanita Watershed is our priority restoration area as it supports the local and greater Puget Sound ecosystem by providing critical habitat for wildlife and a healthy groundwater supply for all. Protecting and caring for this watershed, connected through Manzanita Ridge Preserve and Manzanita Park, ensures a healthy environment for conservationists and recreationists alike!

This activity would be more suitable for children ages six and up who are comfortable using some tools, walking off trail on uneven surfaces, and potentially getting pricked by blackberry thorns. We will have leather gloves and water to refill your reusable water bottles, plus some wildflower seeds to give away!

Meet at parking area/kiosk at end of Manzanita Park Rd

It's Earth Month! Let's celebrate Red Pine Park through maintaining garden beds, the historic fruit orchard, edible perennials, and other historic plantings in this former homestead in the heart of downtown. All levels of garden enthusiasts are welcome!

Please note: there is limited parking available at this park.

It's Earth Month! Join our Natural Resources team in caring for the woods and meadows of Moritani Preserve by managing invasive species, building habitat piles, maintaining garden beds, and planting natives when the weather is right.  

Parking on Shepard Way NW. Meet at SE Hayano Trailhead off Winslow Way W.

April is Earth Month and we are celebrating through stewardship! Join the Park District, BI Parks & Trails Foundation, and BI Land Trust at Manzanita Park to restore habitat and trail features along the Manzanita Watershed. Projects could include spreading chips on trails, surfacing, improving drainage, or pruning back the spring flush.

Why Manzanita Watershed? The Manzanita Watershed is our priority restoration area as it supports the local and greater Puget Sound ecosystem by providing critical habitat for wildlife and a healthy groundwater supply for all. Protecting and caring for this watershed, connected through Manzanita Ridge Preserve and Manzanita Park, ensures a healthy environment for conservationists and recreationists alike!

These work parties are well suited for children ages eight and up who are comfortable using some tools and walking a mile or so throughout the two-hour work party. 

Be a part of the global City Nature Challenge* event in Manzanita Park. Alongside BI Land Trust, we will engage in a local "bioblitz" or citizen science monitoring event using iNaturalist in areas along the Manzanita Watershed. This is one of several bioblitz events in Kitsap County between April 24-27 to observe and record natural organisms to help better understand the biodiversity of our area.

Why Manzanita Watershed? The Manzanita Watershed is our priority restoration area as it supports the local and greater Puget Sound ecosystem by providing critical habitat for wildlife and a healthy groundwater supply for all. Protecting and caring for this watershed, connected through Manzanita Ridge Preserve and Manzanita Park, ensures a healthy environment for conservationists and recreationists alike!

Would you like to participate, but want further training in how to use iNaturalist? Join us and Great Peninsula Conservancy on March 23rd, 5:00pm-6:00pm in Silverdale. Register here: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/#/join-party?k=w5gerd2r56b17b 

More information? Visit iNaturalist City Nature Challenge 2026: Kitsap County--https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/city-nature-challenge-2026-kitsap-county

Meet at parking area/kiosk at end of Manzanita Park Rd

*Global City Nature Challenge organization facilitated by Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and the California Academy of Sciences

Student Conservation Corps (SCoCo) is a paid Bainbridge Island Metropolitan Park & Recreation District employment opportunity for local High School age students enhanced with conservation education.

**These work parties are for those pursuing an application as a Student Conservation Corps (SCOCO) Crew Member**

Online applications available here: CLICK HERE

One in-person Interview Work Party on any of the dates/times listed below at Sakai Park (1560 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110) is required to complete an application for SCOCO Crew.

Why is attending an “Interview Work Party” required for my application? SCoCo Program Staff would like to meet you in-person to see how you like working outside, with a team, and under the direction of leadership. Staff will observe, ask questions, and be available for questions throughout the two-hour work party.

What should I bring?

Any questions? Reach out to Sierra Kross at sierrak@biparks.org.

We look forward to meeting you!

We need helping hands between 7:00am and 3:30pm, but especially for the morning hours. Come for the whole time or just for a bit - we'll welcome you either way! When you sign up for this volunteer opportunity, you'll be prompted to complete a volunteer waiver if you've not already done so through this platform. 

What to expect: Volunteers are needed to help with... 

- Set-Up (7am-10am): putting out signs, setting up tents, directing booth hosts as they arrive, etc.

- Event (9:45am-2pm): greeting guests, refreshing the volunteer hospitality tent, hosting games and activities, etc. 

- Tear-Down (2pm-3:30pm): collecting signage, breaking down tents and booths, collecting stray garbage, etc.

We'll provide whatever materials/tools may be needed, as well as snacks and beverages throughout the day. You should bring a reusable water bottle and whatever shoes/clothing will keep you fresh on your feet.

Not sure about something? Call or text Community Outreach Manager/Event Organizer, Emily Swift, at 206-887-8429

Event Info: Special Events | Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District

Join us as we pioneer the first-ever volunteer work parties for the new park addition, "8 Acre Woods!" Throughout the summer, we will work with the Bainbridge Island Parks and Trails Foundation and the Rolling Bay Community to enhance the native plant landscape through invasive, non-native plant removal. Be sure to dress for the weather, wear durable/long-sleeved attire (as we'll be among blackberry!), bring a reusable water bottle (we'll have water to share!), and wear closed-toe shoes.

This work party will be best for those ages 8 and up, who don't mind tackling blackberry and navigate well on uneven terrain off trail. We hope to see you there!

Parking is limited--please carpool or bike/walk over if you can!

Join us at Red Pine Park to maintain garden beds, the historic fruit orchard, edible perennials, and other historic plantings in this former homestead in the heart of downtown. All levels of garden enthusiasts are welcome!

Please note: there is limited parking available at this park.

Join the Park District, Bainbridge Island Land Trust, and the BI Parks & Trails Foundation at Grand Forest East this Summer!

Volunteer with us every third Saturday in May, June, or July to help improve the trail system. Projects could include social trail closure, tread work, improving drainage, or pruning back the spring flush. 

These work parties are well suited for children ages eight and up who are comfortable using some tools and walking a mile or so throughout the two-hour work party. 

Park & Meet at Hilltop Barn (veer left when entering off Mandus Olson Rd). Please drive slow!

Join our Natural Resources team in caring for the woods and meadows of Moritani Preserve by managing invasive species, building habitat piles, maintaining garden beds, and planting natives when the weather is right.  

Parking on Shepard Way NW. Meet at SE Hayano Trailhead off Winslow Way W.