Camp Host Volunteer

FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a09SJ00000JwDI5

ADDRESS: 40637 River Loop Road, PO Box 39  Halsey, Nebraska, 69142

DATES: 2026-04-01

DEPT: Forest Service

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Become a Camp Host at Bessey Ranger District!

Directions for Application:

Bessey RD is looking for an individual or couple to serve as Camp Host(s) for Bessey Recreation Complex & Campgrounds. Ideally, we would prefer applicants to be able to commit to a continuous 1-2 months, however we are open to applicants that are only available for a continuous 2-week appointment. Positions are available April – October.

Please Note: we are currently looking for a Camp Host from Aug 5th, 2026 through September 9th, 2026. You are more than welcome to still apply for if one of our other Camp Hosts cancels.

Couples who apply must have individual Volunteer accounts and apply separately. (Onboarding paperwork will be completed through Volunteer.gov and separate accounts are required.)

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

Site Description:

The Bessey Ranger District Recreation Complex & Campgrounds, located near Halsey, Nebraska, is tucked away within the Nebraska Sandhills. The Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands are some of the last publicly accessible intact prairies of the Great Plains. Additionally, this is ecologically where East meets West resulting in a diversity of landscapes, activities, and species. Prairie chicken, sharp-tailed grouse, mule-deer, white-tailed deer, pronghorn, prairie dogs, turkeys, coyotes, bobwhite quail, and birds of prey all find habitat in the surrounding ecosystems.  Popular recreation in the area includes OHV (Off-Highway Vehicle) riding, hiking, and recreational river use such as tubing and canoeing. Visitors can enjoy the river access to the Middle Loup River and a pedestrian observation bridge that leads to an accessible and stocked fishing pond.

Bessey Recreation Complex has over 40 camp sites able to accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs, including one group site and several tent-only sites. The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, seasonal flush toilets and drinking water spigots. Electric hookups are also available at the group site and several of the standard sites. The complex offers several picnic tables and a group picnic shelter for day-use. Please refer to our campground map to see our campground sites layout.

Service Description:

·        Check the condition of shower house and vault toilets in Bessey Complex.

·        Restock toilet paper, soap, and/or change trash bags.

·        Update campsite reservation cards on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays.

·        Restock fee envelopes and handouts in the kiosk.

·        Cover the Districts front desk for up to 10 hours a week which may include Saturday mornings and special events.

·        Distribute information via brochures, educational handouts, and various Forest Service materials.

·        Answer visitor questions about the area, resources, and recreation.

Physical Demands:

Camp Host volunteers must have the ability to walk short distances and climb short flights of stairs; the position will also sit and/or stand in one space for extended periods of time; and carry light weight items (less than 20 pounds) for restocking and/or cleaning. Furthermore, volunteers will be provided with necessary equipment, and safety gear associated with the successful completion of the assigned tasks. If there are any medical limitations, please inform your Site Contact during your initial interview. Emergency response personnel are volunteers, availability and promptness vary. The closest hospital is an hour and a half (1.5hrs) away.

Housing:

Camp Host volunteers will be offered an RV trailer pad. The site has water, septic, electricity (50amp), and access to Wi-Fi. Camp Hosts will have sporadic access to a golf cart for the purpose of travel within the Bessey Recreation Complex.

Required Trainings/Certifications:

If you are chosen, you will be assigned a task to complete the required paperwork for a background check and Information Security Awareness (ISA) training. Your Site Contact will coordinate with you any additional training courses such as CPR/First Aid etc..

Tagged as: SUMMER '26