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Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a09SJ000009d0UP
ADDRESS: 6735 West Fork Road Darby, Montana, 59829
DATES: 5/20/2025 – 9/9/2025
DEPT: Forest Service
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Camp host needed for Rombo Campground
Location: West Fork Ranger District, Bitterroot National Forest
Rombo Campground is located in a scenic area along the West Fork Bitterroot River in the mountains of southwestern Montana. The area is home to a variety of big game and wildlife, and provides access to a number of outdoor activities. Fly fishing and wading in the West Fork Bitterroot River are popular activities. During high water season, kayaking and rafting are available as well. A boat ramp is located within the campground. Painted Rocks Lake is just five miles south of the campground. Visitors enjoy swimming, boating and fishing. Anglers will find mountain whitefish and a variety of trout. Many trails and unimproved roads in the area are great for exploring by bike or off-road vehicle. Hiking trails to various mountain peaks are nearby.
Rombo campground offers 15 sites, four of which are accessible, for tent and RV camping. Individual sites can accommodate up to 10 people and two vehicles. A group picnic shelter is also available for reservation and can accommodate up to 30 people. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills are provided, as are accessible pit toilets and drinking water. Utility hookups are not available. Parking surfaces are gravel.
Fuel, a post office and a general store can be found in Conner, MT 16 miles from the campground. Darby, MT is 24 miles from the campground. It is a full-service community with laundry facilities, lodging and a grocery store, among other amenities.
Water, sewer and electrical hook ups provided for hosts.
Forest Service radio will be provided.
Host Duties: Provide information and assistance to campers, monitors campground for the Forest Service and perform light maintenance duties. Additional duties include cleaning the tables and sites, raking sites, cleaning outhouses, and posting campground reservations.
Works 5 days/week Thursday – Monday, 4 hours volunteering/day
Position availability May 20, 2025 – September 9, 2025
Must provide own vehicle and camper/motorhome, No cell phone coverage at remote campground. Hosting experience is a plus. Must have good people skills.
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