Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a093d000000jaMNAAY/mount-rainier-campground-hosts-2023
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ADDRESS: Mount Rainier National Park; 55210 238th Avenue East; Ashford, Washington 98304
DEPT: National Park Service
DATES: 5/26/2023 – 10/9/2023
DESCRIPTION:
Spend your summer as a Campground Host at Mount Rainier National Park! Hosts are selected each year for the Cougar Rock, Ohanapecosh, and White River Campgrounds. The primary duties and responsibilities of the campground host are to help National Park Service personnel ensure that campers have a safe, enjoyable visit and ensuring that campers are aware of campground rules and regulations.
This is a full-time volunteer opportunity for the 2023 season. An RV site with hookups is included at both Cougar Rock and Ohanapecosh Campgrounds. The White River Campground has a primitive site for the host.
Cougar Rock Campground: May 26-October 9
Full hookups are available for Cougar Rock. A commitment of at least 32 hours per week and weekend availability is required. Maximum motorhome length is 30 feet; maximum trailer length is 25 feet. Please include the length of your motorhome or trailer in your application. This campground has both reservation sites through Rec.Gov and First Come First Served sites. Also note that Mount Rainier is a remote, semi-wilderness location. None of our campgrounds have cell service or Internet access, though phone and Internet are available to volunteers at nearby ranger stations (with the completion of a background check prior to your appointment). Our season dates are from Memorial Day through Indigenous Peoples Day. Partial season assignments may be possible.
Ohanapecosh Campground: May 26-October 9
Full hookups are available for Ohanapecosh. A commitment of at least 32 hours per week and weekend availability is required. Maximum motorhome length is 30 feet; maximum trailer length is 25 feet. Please include the length of your motorhome or trailer in your application. This campground has both reservation sites through Rec.Gov and First Come First Served sites. There is also a day use area at this site. Also note that Mount Rainier is a remote, semi-wilderness location. None of our campgrounds have cell service or Internet access, though phone and Internet are available to volunteers at nearby ranger stations (with the completion of a background check prior to your appointment). Our season dates are from Memorial Day through Indigenous Peoples Day. Partial season assignments may be possible.
White River Campground: May 26-October 1
A commitment of at least 32 hours per week and weekend availability is required. The White River Campground is a primitive campground, with a primitive site designated for the host. This campground is First Come, First Served with a picnic day use area. Please also note that Mount Rainier is a remote, semi-wilderness location. None of our campgrounds have cell service or Internet access, though phone and Internet are available to volunteers at nearby ranger stations (with the completion of a background check prior to your appointment). Our season dates are from Memorial Day through the end of September. Partial season assignments may be possible.
- General Assistance
- Working with People
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