Campground Host

Descriptions of services to be performed by volunteer Campground Hosts:

1. Greet and assist visitors, answer questions and explain regulations which apply to them. Distribute maps and handout brochures. May assist campers in locating a campsite, must be familiar with local points of interest and the location of services that might be requested by campers such as towing, groceries, churches, tourist attractions and local events.

2. Some Campground will be reservable on recreation.gov. The Host will download the daily arrival report from recreation.gov and post reservation dates on site posts.

2. Will perform maintenance work around the campground such as litter pickup, cleaning and stocking of restrooms, provide information to FS staff on potential problems, and disseminate information to campers.

3. May assist in campground public relations, educational activities, and special events/activities.

4. Clean campsites by performing minor maintenance tasks such as raking the campsite pad, washing tables, cleaning out fire rings, picking up litter, and reporting any damage to the FS. Each site should be cleaned after every camper leave and before another campers arrive.

5. Host will not attempt to discipline or apprehend any guests in violation of the rules. Hosts should inform campers of rules and regulations, but are not to participate in any high risk activity. Host must set an example by being a model camper practicing good housekeeping at all times in and around their assigned site and by observing all rules and regulations.

6. Host is expected to work most weekends and holidays during their term. Be observant for activities within the campground requiring immediate attention. Notify the FS as these problems arise. Other minor tasks that might be asked of a Campground Host:

·      Sweep cobwebs from buildings

·      Keep track of occupied or vacant campsites

·      Direct campers to vacant sites

·      Inform campers of food storage safety tips

7. Keep a written report of complaints and criticism of FS facilities, report situations that could affect the health and safety of visitors and report any maintenance items which need immediate attention. The host may maintain other written records as requested by the FS.

DAILY:

-Spot Check Toilets:

·      Restock toilet paper.

·      Sweep.

·      Clean any obvious mess.

-Reservation Management

·      Handwrite reservation dates on site posts.

·      If a reserved campsite is not occupied on the first day of the reservation the campsite will be made available the following day at 2:00 p.m. to first-come-first-served visitors.

-Talk With Visitors:

·      Check in with campers as they are setting camp, and with other campers around the campground.

·      Answer questions.

·      Check that campers have their fee envelope posted.

-Spot Check Campsites:

·      Clean any recently vacated campsites. This includes fire pits, bear boxes, and micro trash.

·      Make sure occupied campsites are clean and in good order.

·      Remove old post tickets.

·      Bag and dispose of ashes when cool.

·      Tighten bolts on Picnic Tables.

·      Remove any stickers or graffiti from tables, signs and restrooms.

Prohibited Activities:

The volunteer will be required to behave in a manner appropriate to a workplace. The following is a list of prohibited activities:

·      Possession or use of firearms during the performance of official duties.

·      Consumption of intoxicating beverages during official duty.

·      Possession of illegal drugs (including marijuana).

·      Derogatory language, fighting, intimidating behavior, discrimination, sexual harassment, violent or threatening behavior.

·      Violation of any State game or fish regulation.

·      Violation of any Federal, State or local law.

·      Selling or distributing non-agency products or literature.

·      Disclosing confidential information.