Volunteer
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Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a09SJ00000Jnt5F
ADDRESS: null Winthrop, Washington, 98862
DATES: 2026-05-01
DEPT: Fish & Wildlife Service
JOB DESCRIPTION:
As the Winthrop National Fish Hatchery Host, you’ll enjoy a RV site with full hookups in exchange for 20 hours of service per week. Live, work and play in the beautiful Methow Valley while making a meaningful impact!
RV Site Features:
- Full hookups: potable water, septic, and up to 50 Amp electrical service
- Free internet, trash, and recycling
- Washer and dryer available in the on-site office building
- Approx. 12 ft x 45 ft gravel pad with a small patio area
- Located next to the visitor parking lot and a scenic walking/biking trail
Typical Schedule:
Friday through Monday, plus the last three Wednesdays in August to assist with spring Chinook spawning.
Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
We’re flexible! If you need to adjust your schedule, just let us know.
Volunteer Duties
- Greet guests as they arrive and offer guided tours
- If visitors prefer to explore on their own, kindly remind them to stay out of fenced or restricted
- Assist with special events such as Winthrop Kids Fishing Day in mid June
Help us keep the hatchery welcoming and beautiful! Tasks may include:
- Weekly cleaning and restocking of visitor restrooms
- Dusting and cobweb removal in the main hatchery building
- Maintaining flower beds and outdoor spaces
- Refilling brochures, coloring books, and educational materials
- Monitoring the facility after hours and reporting any concerns
- Emptying trash bins and refilling the trout feed bucket as needed
Optional Projects Based on Your Interests
We’re happy to tailor your experience! You might also:
- Assist with fish culture (feeding fish, cleaning rearing units)
- Help with maintenance and landscaping (painting, mowing, weed eating)
To apply for this job please visit www.volunteer.gov.