Volunteer
Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a093d000000lyylAAA/maple-canyon
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ADDRESS:
Manti-La Sal National Forest
PO Box 310
Ferron, Utah 84523
DATES: 5/15/2023 – 10/15/2023
DESCRIPTION:
Volunteer Camp Host duties include but are not limited to:
- Campground Patrols and Maintenance: Clean up camp sites, shovel out fire pits, ensure safety at each site
- Facilities Maintenance: Clean, sweep, mops, sanitize restrooms and other public use facilities
- Campsite Reservations: Post current reservations, ensure reservations are up to date and correct, ensure site and fee compliance
- Campground Compliance: Ensure regulations are followed–fees, parking, fires, etc–and report to Forest Service personnel
- Forest Service Liaison: Work with Forest Service personnel to ensure public safety, campground maintenance, compliance and resources needs are managed
Volunteer Camp Candidates should have:
- US Drivers License
- Social Security Number
- Bank account for online reimbursement payment transfers
- On-site Accommodations: RV, Trailer, Tent, etc
- Some form of vehicle
- Available June to October (flexible)
- Moderate stamina and endurance and be in good health
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Love of the outdoors and public lands
- Conservation Education
- Drivers License
- General Assistance
- Visitor Information
Volunteer Campground hosts live and work in our campgrounds. Maple Canyon is visited primarily for the rock climbing opportunities in a narrow canyon setting with a variety of pine and oak. Temperature vary widely from below freezing (early spring and late fall) and have highs around the mid-80s (Fahrenheit). Weather can also vary and change rapidly from sunny, to snow, hail, wind, and heavy rains, however for the most part the weather is fairly sunny and calm.