Camp Host US Newsletter 42
Electric Vehicle
November 29, 2007
In This Issue:
1. A Message To Jay Leno
2. Camp Host Volunteers Needed
1. A Message To Jay Leno
Reader Comments
The 100-Year-Old Electric Car
You may have an old Baker, but you certainly have not given state-of-the art EVs a real chance, especially if you still think they only have a range of 100 miles-- even the EV-1's were doing better than that before GM started crushing them. That's WHY they crushed them-- GM knew just how trouble-free and inexpensive EVs are to use, they knew people would fall in love with them, and that they would lose lots of money on a car that did not need lots of parts and maintenance. If EVs are such a dead end, GM and the other car makers would not have gone to such enormous effort and would not have endured such bad publicity to destroy them-- if they were really so bad they could simply have let the owners keep them, and disappointed owners would have spread the word and killed any demand for them. But as you know, that's not what happened-- electric car lessees were allowing themselves to be arrested rather than willingly turning over the cars they loved so. The truth is that the lack of good batteries were the only thing holding back EVs, and especially in the last 2 years, battery tech has made enormous progress. Today's EVs have a range of 130 miles... 250 miles... 350 miles, maybe more depending on battery pack size. They can be recharged in less than 10 minutes, and if someone is only paying about five bucks to drive 250 miles rather than $60 bucks or more to drive the same distance in an ICE (internal combustion engine) car, all but the most serious Luddite would rather drive an EV. I'm on the waiting list for two Phoenix EVs, and when I get them, maybe I can get Ed Begley to help me bring one over to you and help me talk you into driving one for a week or so, You'll see they are far more convenient and enjoyable than you might think. Gasoline will be hitting $6. a gallon within the next 18 months-- it's inevitable, with millions of new Chinese and Indian drivers to dry up what little petroleum is left. Fuel cells, biodiesel, ethanol, etc., they all have insurmountable problems, either with cost of their technology, supply bottlenecks, and/ or emissions, etc... EVs are the only legitimate, real-time answer. As for power source, check out Nanosolar's radical new PowerSheet flexible solar panels-- they are already in high-volume production. The panels are just as efficient as the best silicon solar panels sold today, yet only cost 30 cents per watt. Their panels are printed on presses similar to how newspapers are printed, at the rate of 30 FEET per minute-- the company expects to be able to install solar panels on 100,000 homes per year, but I hope they build even more of their factories to blanket our homes, factories and office buildings with their panels. Then we can all drive electrically charge-free-- so-to-speak.
Link: http://green.yahoo.com/blog/ecogeek/166/nanosolar-s-solar-sheet-wins-award.html
2. Camp Host Volunteers Needed
1. Greenbelt Park Campground Host -Greenbelt Park, NCP East Greenbelt, MD
Location: Greenbelt, MD 20770
Start Date: 9/6/2008
End Date: 12/1/2008
Record Date: 11/29/2007
Partner: NPS NPS
Contact: Kevin_Barry@nps.gov 301-344-3944
Activities: • Campground Host
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Join the National Park and Greenbelt Park family.We are looking for a host position for Fall 2008.
Thank you for inquiring about the Host position at Greenbelt Park. The Greenbelt campground is located in Greenbelt, Maryland located 13 miles from the White House. Greenbelt is in the Maryland suburbs. The park has over 1100 acres and is termed as an urban oasis. The campground has 174 sites with hot showers and bathroom facilities. The campground has one host position in the winter and two positions from the spring through the fall.The host receives electric, sewer, and water hookups in exchange for host duties.Host duties include doing a patrol in the park at dusk locking two gates and patrolling through the campground to greet campers. There is NO law enforcement duties, bathroom cleanup or fee collection in the host position at Greenbelt. The ranger staff is on duty until 4:00 p.m. The host position usually lasts three to four months depending on the park and host needs.
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.nps.gov/gree
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2. BLM NM Three Rivers Petroglyphs Site Hosts -Las Cruces District Office Las Cruces, NM
Location: Las Cruces, NM 88005
Start Date: 12/1/2007
End Date: 12/1/2008
Record Date: 11/29/2007
Partner: BLM BLM
Contact: Cheryl_Howard@nm.blm.gov 505-525-4487
Activities: • Archaeology
• Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
• General Assistance
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Non-employed active retired couples are wanted as RECREATION HOSTS for Three Rivers Petroglyphs Recreation Site and RV Campground. The hosting couple must live in their own recreational vehicle. We provide a private RV host campsite with a cover, utilities, and local phone. In addition, we pay a reimbursement on days worked of $35 / day. Training, equipment, and materials are provided as necessary. Duties include: hosting a 6 day week, cleaning restrooms, keeping the area maintained, monitoring the trails, and staffing the visitor center. A one year commitment is required.The Las Cruces Field Office of BLM is located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and administers the Three Rivers Petroglyphs Recreation Site and RV Campground. The recreation site is located 17 miles north of Tularosa and 28 miles south of Carrizozo, New Mexico on Highway U.S. 54. Three Rivers Petroglyphs Recreation Site is open year round to the public, and offers hiking trails, picnic areas, RV camping, restrooms, and water. There are over 21,000 petroglyphs (rock carvings) at Three Rivers made by the prehistoric Jornada Mogollon Indians. It is one of the largest and most interesting rock art sites in the Southwest.
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Suitability: Seniors
Difficulty: Not Difficult
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Link: None
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3. BLM NM Three Rivers Petroglyphs Site Hosts -Las Cruces District Office Las Cruces, NM
Location: Las Cruces, NM 88005
Start Date: 12/1/2007
End Date: 12/1/2008
Record Date: 11/29/2007
Partner: BLM BLM
Contact: Cheryl_Howard@nm.blm.gov 505-525-4487
Activities: • Archeology
• Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
• General Assistance
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Non-employed active retired persons are wanted as RECREATION HOSTS for Three Rivers Petroglyphs Recreation Site and RV Campground. The host(s) must live in their own recreational vehicle. We provide a private RV host campsite, utilities, and local phone. In addition, we pay a reimbursement on days worked of $25+/ day. Training, equipment, and materials are provided as necessary. Duties include: hosting a 6 day week, cleaning restrooms, keeping the area maintained, monitoring the trails, and staffing the visitor center. At least a 2 month commitment is required. The Las Cruces Field Office of BLM is located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and administers the Three Rivers Petroglyphs Recreation Site and RV Campground. The recreation site is located 17 miles north of Tularosa and 28 miles south of Carrizozo, New Mexico on Highway U.S. 54. Three Rivers Petroglyphs Recreation Site is open year round to the public, and offers hiking trails, picnic areas, RV camping, restrooms, and water. There are over 21,000 petroglyphs (rock carvings) at Three Rivers made by the prehistoric Jornada Mogollon Indians. It is one of the largest and most interesting rock art sites in the Southwest.
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Suitability: Seniors
Difficulty: Not Difficult
Link: None
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4. Greenbelt Park Campground Host -Greenbelt Park Greenbelt, MD
Location: Greenbelt, MD 20770
Start Date: 12/1/2008
End Date: 3/1/2009
Record Date: 11/29/2007
Partner: NPS NPS
Contact: Kevin_Barry@nps.gov 301-344-3944
Activities: • Campground Host
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Join the National Park and Greenbelt Park family.We are looking for positions for the Winter 2008. Thank you for inquiring about the Host position at Greenbelt Park. The Greenbelt campground is located in Greenbelt, Maryland located 13 miles from the White House. Greenbelt is in the Maryland suburbs. The park has over 1100 acres and is termed as an urban oasis. The campground has 174 sites with hot showers and bathroom facilities. The host receives electric, sewer, and water hookups in exchange for host duties.Host duties include doing a patrol in the park at dusk locking two gates and patrolling through the campground to greet campers. There is NO law enforcement duties, bathroom cleanup or fee collection in the host position at Greenbelt. The ranger staff is on duty until 4:00 p.m. The host position usually lasts three to four months depending on the park and host needs.
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Suitability: Adults
Difficulty: Not Difficult
Link: None
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5. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore -Campground hosts, interpreters, VC help Empire, MI
Location: Empire, MI 49630
Start Date: 4/15/2008
End Date: 11/1/2008
Record Date: 11/27/2007
Partner: NPS NPS
Contact: lisa_myers@nps.gov 231-326-5134, x300
Activities: • Campground Host
• Visitor Information
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Location Description
This 71,000-acre park features beech/maple and pine/oak forests, rivers, inland lakes, miles of Lake Michigan beach, two offshore islands, historic farming district, a lighthouse, one rustic and one modern campground and 55 miles of hiking trails.
Position Description
CAMPGROUND HOSTS, INTERPRETERS, and VISITOR CENTER VOLUNTEERS are needed spring through fall. Especially need people with natural history backgrounds who can stay all of July and August. Free campsites may be available. Uniforms provided.
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Suitability: please contact volunteer coordinator
Difficulty: Average
Link: None
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6. Willamette Valley Project -Park Host Cottage Grove, OR
Location: Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Start Date: 4/21/2008
End Date: 9/19/2008
Record Date: 11/26/2007
Partner: USACE USACE
Contact: volunteer.clearinghouse@lrn02.usace.army.mil 800.865.8337
Activities: • Campground Host
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Volunteer Park Hosts needed from April 21, 2008 through September 19, 2008 at various Corps of Engineers parks in the Willamette Valley. Typical duties include acting as "eyes and ears" by living inside the park, conducting customer satisfaction surveys, opening and closing park gates, posting reservations, checking permits, providing information and performing light maintenance. We provide a full hookup site in exchange for 40 hrs wk per couple/30 hrs per week indiv. Job durations vary depending on location. Special Skills Needed: Volunteers should enjoy helping others enjoy our parks and natural resources. Volunteers must provide their own hard sided living quarters.
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors
Difficulty: Not Difficult
Link: https://www.nwp.usace.army.mil/op/v/home.asp
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7. Berlin Lake -Campground Host Berlin Center, OH
Location: Berlin Center, OH 44401
Start Date: 5/1/2008
End Date: 9/21/2008
Record Date: 11/26/2007
Partner: USACE USACE
Contact: volunteer.clearinghouse@lrn02.usace.army.mil 800.865.8337
Activities: • Campground Host
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Got what it takes to make a difference? Then we need you at Berlin Lake this summer. Host team or couple needed from May 1, 2008 through Sept. 21, 2008. Duties include traffic control, litter pickup, offer information to the public and answer questions on campground policy and Corps regulations, assist staff with interpretive programs and water safety activities, monitor park activities, inspect campground equipment and facilities, clean and prepare campsites for incoming campers, perform various light maintenance duties throughout the park, and be a visible and available resource to the public. Your enthusiasm, friendly attitude and good communication skills a plus! Host team is required to provide 20 hours per week service in exchange for a free campsite with electric hookup. Applicants must be capable of performing tasks required.
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors
Difficulty: Not Difficult
Link: http://www.lrp.usace.army.mil/rec/lakes/berlin.htm
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8. Devils Tower Campground Host -Devils Tower National Monument Devils Tower, WY
Location: Devils Tower, WY 82714
Start Date: 5/12/2008
End Date: 9/30/2008
Record Date: 11/24/2007
Partner: NPS NPS
Contact: christine_czazasty@nps.gov 307-467-5283
Activities: • Campground Host
• Visitor Information
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OVERVIEW:The mission of the campground host (VIP) is to work as part of the Devils Tower staff ensuring that all visitors experience the best public service that the National Park Service can offer. The overall duties of campground hosts are to greet visitors using the campground, help visitors access park facilities and to maintain a safe and enjoyable visitor experience. Hosts should be prepared for a low stress, fun summer as part of the Devils Tower staff.
DAILY DUTIES: The primary duty each working day will be to greet campers and answer questions about campground registration park resources & facilities. The campground is on a self/camper register system. Hosts may occasionally need to explain park regulations and policy. Volunteers do not have enforcement power and are expected to forward any potential conflicts or violations to a law enforcement ranger.
During the 2006 summer season, there will be 40 regular campsites and 3 group sites available. The campground can fill in the late afternoon/evening. The hosts will remain visible and available during the hours of highest registration. Frequent walks around the loop may be required during this time. Hosts will give site availability updates as needed to the entrance station and visitor center (VC) by phone (or radio if necessary.) When the campground fills the host will hang the "Campground Full" sign and notify the entrance station and VC.
When registration quiets down (usually early evening), the host will conduct a final walk through ensuring we have "happy campers." Other tasks during this last walk through will include noting maintenance problems, picking up litter, identifying campers that have not registered and informing the visitors of ranger led activities. Problems encountered should be relayed to a law enforcement ranger.
In the morning, the host(s) will walk (or bike, or skip) around the loop and remove any registration tabs that will expire that day. If the campground did not fill that night, the host will relay the occupancy to the patrol ranger. An eye can be kept open for squatters (illegal campers) or signs of problems. There should be a few hours of relative quiet before the registration cycle begins again.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:Host may be asked to assist with some traffic management in and around the campground area. Limited parking space at the visitor center means some visitors with camper trailers & motor homes may leave their vehicles in an overflow area near the campground. The host may be asked to help visitors efficiently park their oversized vehicles.
Additional interests or skills may be utilized by the park on an as needed basis. Volunteer hosts are not expected to fulfill any duties other than those listed above
NOTE: Volunteer may be required to undergo a Background Investigation.
FACILITIES:Campground hosts are expected to live on site at the campground. A full hook up campsite will be provided. Basic groceries and other amenities are available in Hulett (9 miles.)
SCHEDULE: Hosts will be provided with regularly scheduled days off in order to allow our hard working volunteers a chance to recreate and experience the Black Hills.
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Suitability: Adults
Difficulty: Not Difficult
Link: www.nps.gov/deto
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9. Pine Flat Lake & Dam -Park Host Piedra, CA
Location: Piedra, CA 93649
Start Date: 2/15/2008
End Date: 12/31/2008
Record Date: 11/23/2007
Partner: USACE USACE
Contact: volunteer.clearinghouse@lrn02.usace.army.mil 800.865.8337
Activities: • Campground Host
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Volunteers are needed from February 15, 2008 through December 31, 2008 for a plethora of "hands on" projects throughout the Pine Flat Lake area. Duties include litter pickup along the shoreline, painting sign posts and handrails, assisting Park Rangers on boat patrol with Floating Restroom cleanup, shoreline debris removal and buoy maintenance. Each volunteer is asked to perform 20 hours a week. In exchange, volunteers will be provided tools, supplies, fuel and full hookups (not including phone line). Volunteers will be staying in Island Park Campground, 32303 E. Trimmer Springs Road Sanger, CA 93657. Short term and long term volunteers are welcomed.
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors
Difficulty: Not Difficult
Link: http://www.spk.usace.army.mil/organizations/cespk-co/lakes/pineflat.html
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10. Aztec Ruins RV-Volunteer Ranger -Aztec Ruins National Monument Aztec, NM
Location: Aztec, NM 87410
Start Date: 4/29/2008
End Date: 9/13/2008
Record Date: 11/21/2007
Partner: NPS NPS
Contact: george_herring@nps.gov 505-334-6174 x227
Activities: • Archaeology
• Campground Host
• Tour Guide/Interpretation
• Visitor Information
• General Assistance
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Aztec Ruins National Monument (NM) (www.nps.gov/azru) has an interesting, challenging, and fun summer opportunity for an energetic volunteer or volunteers with their own RV. This volunteer ranger position shares the story of the ancient Southwest with people from around the world and around a RV Park. The volunteer ranger(s) meet and greet people as they arrive at a visitor center, rove the park grounds and tell people about the areas rich history, and assist in a variety of projects at the park. In addition, the volunteer rangers will share the story of this place and other nearby national parks with tourists at the Desert Rose RV Resort.
The position will last 18 to 20 weeks, between late April and early September, 32-hours per week. Approximately 24 hours each week the volunteer will be at Aztec Ruins National Monument, and another 8 hours they will serve at the Desert Rose RV Resort located ten miles south of the monument in Bloomfield, New Mexico. The monument will pay for the volunteer's site rental, including hookups, and provide $7/day to cover transportation expenses to and from the monument. (Visit www.desertrosepark.com to learn more about the RV Park.)
Aztec Ruins is located in northwestern New Mexico near the Four Corners. Nearby is the famous canyon country of the Southwest and the towering Rocky Mountains. The monument itself preserves and interprets a unique set of ancestral Pueblo ruins built almost 900-years ago. Most impressive is the West Ruin, a massive "Chacoan Great House" that still stands three stories high with over 400-rooms and spreads wider across than a football field. Many rooms along the trail covered by the original, still intact roofs! (Visit www.nps.gov/azru to learn more.)
A background or strong interest in archeology and ancient Pueblo culture is desirable, along with a love and appreciation for your national parks. A background check including finger prints may be required, along with a valid state driver's license. The volunteer most own their own RV. The volunteer(s) will stay at the Bloomfield KOA, (www.desertrosepark.com).
Interested? Contact George Herring at Aztec Ruins National Monument for more information. We will accept applications through February 15.
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: www.nps.gov/azru
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11. Campground Host -Boise National Forest Mountain Home, ID
Location: Mountain Home, ID 83647
Start Date: 5/1/2008
End Date: 9/30/2008
Record Date: 11/21/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: wbelt@fs.fed.us 208-587-7961
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Middle Fork Boise River campgrounds are located 31 miles from Boise; 11 miles of travel are over a narrow gravel road, of which travels along the edge of Arrowrock Reservoir. The road is designed for 2-way travel. The nearest store and gasoline service are located in Boise. The campground host is asked to assist with care and maintenance of 5 campgrounds (22 total units), and monitoring of three rental cabins located within the Cottonwood Ranger Station. The campground host is also asked to assist with monitoring rental cabin use and to perform any light clean-up and maintenance as needed. An important function of the Host is to provide information and assistance to campground and cabin visitors. District personnel will handle routine law enforcement, and cabin rental fees are collected through the National Reservation system. The host is provided with a radio to maintain contact with the District personnel.
The Lucky Peak Heli-base and Lucky Peak Nursery are located approximately 16 miles from the Cottonwood Ranger Station. A County Sheriff is located in Idaho City. Forest Service Law Enforcement is also staffed in Boise. After hour's emergency support is provided through radio assistance from staffed lookouts, District Law Enforcement or Boise County Sheriff. Cellular phone service is spotty within the area. The best known area for using a cell phone is near the Lucky Peak Heli-base.
The host will be stationed at the Cottonwood Ranger Station. The Forest Service will provide: Propane, sewer, water and RV parking, electricity is provided by generator and is limited to a few hours each day. Subsistence and mileage reimbursement are available. Volunteer is asked to furnish own self-contained trailer.
Weekends receive peak use in the campgrounds and cabins. Schedules are designed to ensure assistance to Forest Visitors during peak use; an average week will be 4-5 days. The scheduled beginning date for the Host is May 15. The average closure date for the campgrounds is October 1.
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* May - September
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/boise
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12. Campground Host -Boise National Forest Mountain Home, ID
Location: Mountain Home, ID 83647
Start Date: 7/1/2008
End Date: 9/30/2008
Record Date: 11/21/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: wbelt@fs.fed.us 208-587-7961
Activities: • Campground Host
• Construction/Maintenance
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Shafer Butte Campground is located 20 miles north of Boise, near the Bogus Basin Ski area. Elevation is 6,800 feet. The area offers a more remote location for the adventurous volunteer.
The Host responsibilities include general clean up and minor maintenance of 14 camping units; 2-days use group areas and assistance with posting of reservations and collection of visitor statistics. Electricity is not available. Propane, sewer, water, radio, tools and supplies are provided. Subsistence is provided. Volunteer furnishes own self contained trailer. Trailer space is limited to a 20 foot RV.
As a Campground Host, you will typically be expected to greet campers; give directions, answer questions, and hand out pamphlets if available; help campers feel at home; perform minor maintenance and inspect the campground; possibly clean and/or stock restrooms; keep some records; and occasionally fill out forms. A Host must work well with people, be personable and neat in appearance. You may be required to be on-site five days per week, especially on weekends and heavy use holidays. A Host must generally be physically able to perform some raking, shoveling and sweeping. The most important job as a Campground Host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for the public. The Host is the first and sometimes the only contact with campground users.
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* July - September
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/boise/
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13. Campground Host -Boise National Forest Mountain Home, ID
Location: Mountain Home, ID 83647
Start Date: 7/25/2008
End Date: 9/30/2008
Record Date: 11/21/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: wbelt@fs.fed.us 208-587-7961
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Trinity Mountain Campgrounds are located 80 miles from Mountain Home and are 8,500 feet in elevation. Each campground offers a cirque lake with steep, rugged granite headwalls. Vegetation is a combination of wildflowers and grass scattered among dense stands of lodgepole pine. Rainbow and cutthroat trout can be found in each lake. A variety of wildlife species can be found, such as black bear, mule deer, elk, and blue grouse. And for the avid birdwatcher, the area hosts a large variety of birds.
Volunteer will work 4-5 days a week. Forest Service will provide rustic one-room cabin for lodging. Job will include general cleanup, minor maintenance of facilities in 3 campground areas (33 total units) and one day-use area, monitoring of one rental cabin, along with providing information and assistance to campground visitors.
As a Campground Host, you will typically be expected to greet campers; give directions, answer questions, and hand out pamphlets if available; help campers feel at home; perform minor maintenance and inspect the campground; possibly clean and/or stock restrooms; keep some records; and occasionally fill out forms. A Host must work well with people, be personable and neat in appearance. You may be required to be on-site five days per week, especially on weekends and heavy use holidays. A Host must generally be physically able to perform some raking, shoveling and sweeping. The most important job as a Campground Host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for the public. The Host is the first and sometimes the only contact with campground users.
Tools and supplies will be provided by the Forest Service. Subsistence and/or incidental expenses negotiable upon availability of funds.
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* July 25 - September 30 (negotiable)
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/boise
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14. Campground Host -Boise National Forest Lowman, ID
Location: Lowman, ID 83637
Start Date: 6/15/2008
End Date: 9/10/2008
Record Date: 11/21/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: pwillard@fs.fed.us 208-259-3361
Activities: • Campground Host
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Campground Host: The Deadwood Reservoir area. Cozy Cove, Barney's, Howers, and Riverside Campgrounds (30 units total). The nearest facilities are in Lowman approximately 40 miles away. The area offers a more remote location for the adventurous volunteer. The host will be stationed at a Forest Service Station near the campgrounds where there are water hookups and tanks can be refilled and holding tanks emptied. 5,300 feet elevation. This volunteer position requires some campground cleanup and maintenance along with providing information and assistance to campground visitors.
As a Campground Host, you will typically be expected to greet campers; give directions, answer questions, and hand out pamphlets if available; help campers feel at home; perform minor maintenance and inspect the campground; possibly clean and/or stock restrooms; keep some records; and occasionally fill out forms. A Host must work well with people, be personable and neat in appearance. You may be required to be on-site five days per week, especially on weekends and heavy use holidays. A Host must generally be physically able to perform some raking, shoveling and sweeping. The most important job as a Campground Host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for the public. The Host is the first and sometimes the only contact with campground users.
Forest Service may provide vehicle for host duties. Subsistence allowance.
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* June 15 - September 30
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/boise
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15. Campground Host -Boise National Forest Mountain Home, ID
Location: Mountain Home, ID 83647
Start Date: 5/15/2008
End Date: 9/15/2008
Record Date: 11/21/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: wbelt@fs.fed.us 208-587-7961
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Elks Flat Campground is located 59 miles from Mountain Home, Idaho. The campground is within a meadow, and sets parallel to the South Fork Boise River. The road system is improved paved roadways up to the campground entrance. The Campground Host is responsible for providing visitor information, care and maintenance of 34 units, cleaning of 4 restrooms, 2 groups areas, assistance with posting of reservations, and collection of visitor statistics. Propane, sewer, radio, tools, and supplies are provided. Water is available within the campground by hand pump.
As a Campground Host, you will typically be expected to greet campers; give directions, answer questions, and hand out pamphlets if available; help campers feel at home; perform minor maintenance and inspect the campground; possibly clean and/or stock restrooms; keep some records; and occasionally fill out forms. A Host must work well with people, be personable and neat in appearance. You may be required to be on-site five days per week, especially on weekends and heavy use holidays. A Host must generally be physically able to perform some raking, shoveling and sweeping. The most important job as a Campground Host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for the public. The Host is the first and sometimes the only contact with campground users.
Subsistence may be provided. Electricity is not available. Volunteer furnishes own self-contained trailer.
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* May 15-September 30
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/boise
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16. Campground Host -Boise National Forest Mountain Home, ID
Location: Mountain Home, ID 83647
Start Date: 5/15/2008
End Date: 9/30/2008
Record Date: 11/21/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: wbelt@fs.fed.us 208-587-7961
Activities: • Campground Host
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Campground Host: Dog Creek Campground is located 58 miles from Mountain Home, Idaho. The campground is within a mature stand of ponderosa pine, and sets off the South Fork Boise River. The roads system is improved paved road up to the campground entrance. The Campground Host is responsible for providing visitor information, care and maintenance of 13 units, cleaning of 2 restrooms, and assistance with posting of reservations, and collection of visitor statistics.
As a Campground Host, you will typically be expected to greet campers; give directions, answer questions, and hand out pamphlets if available; help campers feel at home; perform minor maintenance and inspect the campground; possibly clean and/or stock restrooms; keep some records; and occasionally fill out forms. A Host must work well with people, be personable and neat in appearance. You may be required to be on-site five days per week, especially on weekends and heavy use holidays. A Host must generally be physically able to perform some raking, shoveling and sweeping. The most important job as a Campground Host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for the public. The Host is the first and sometimes the only contact with campground users.
Propane, water, electricity, radio, tools and supplies are provided. Subsistence may be provided. Volunteer furnishes own self-contained trailer.
* 1 position
* May 15 - September 30
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/boise
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17. Campground Host -Caribou-Targhee National Forest Pocatello, ID
Location: Pocatello, ID 83204
Start Date: 5/1/2008
End Date: 10/1/2008
Record Date: 11/21/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: dtiller@fs.fed.us 208-557-5779
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Volunteer to provide own self-contained trailer.
As a Campground Host, you will typically be expected to greet campers; give directions, answer questions, and hand out pamphlets if available; help campers feel at home; perform minor maintenance and inspect the campground; possibly clean and/or stock restrooms; keep some records; and occasionally fill out forms. A Host must work well with people, be personable and neat in appearance. You may be required to be on-site five days per week, especially on weekends and heavy use holidays. A Host must generally be physically able to perform some raking, shoveling, sweeping, and toilet cleaning. The most important job as a Campground Host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for the public. The Host is the first and sometimes the only contact with campground users.
Sewer hookup may be available. Water may be available.
* May - October 1
* Several positions may be available, each at various campgrounds
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/caribou-targhee/
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18. Campground Host -Boise National Forest Lowman, ID
Location: Lowman, ID 83637
Start Date: 5/15/2008
End Date: 9/10/2008
Record Date: 11/21/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: pwillard@fs.fed.us 208-259-3361
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Pine Flats, Mountain View, Bonneville, and Kirkham Campgrounds are located along the South Fork of the Payette River on the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway. Hot springs are located within walking distance of three campgrounds. Campgrounds range in size from 10 to 25 sites. All campgrounds provide a nice riverside setting and easy access to Highway 21. Bull Trout Campground is located at a higher elevation by Bull Trout and Martin Lakes. There are 38 sites with 4 equestrian campsites.
Host duties at all sites will generally include providing information to visitors, bathroom cleaning, and litter pick-up.
As a Campground Host, you will typically be expected to greet campers; give directions, answer questions, and hand out pamphlets if available; help campers feel at home; perform minor maintenance and inspect the campground; possibly clean and/or stock restrooms; keep some records; and occasionally fill out forms. A Host must work well with people, be personable and neat in appearance. You may be required to be on-site five days per week, especially on weekends and heavy use holidays. A Host must generally be physically able to perform some raking, shoveling and sweeping. The most important job as a Campground Host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for the public. The Host is the first and sometimes the only contact with campground users.
Subsistence allowance, propane, sewage vault, and delivered water will be provided. Forest Service personnel will patrol these campgrounds on a daily basis. Possible dual host positions exist at each of these campgrounds. Limited Services in Lowman and nearby Garden Valley. All services located in Boise, which is an approximately 1.5-hour drive from the Lowman area.
* 5 positions
* May 15 - September 10 (dates negotiable)
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/boise
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19. Campground Host -Humboldt-Toiyabe NF Ely, NV
Location: Ely, NV 89301
Start Date: 5/15/2008
End Date: 9/30/2008
Record Date: 11/20/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: danielmorris@fs.fed.us 775-289-5119
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Positions are located at Timber Creek and Ward Mountain Campgrounds. Volunteers can work 1-2 months within this timeframe.
As a Campground Host, you will typically be expected to greet campers; give directions, answer questions, and hand out pamphlets if available; help campers feel at home; perform minor maintenance and inspect the campground; possibly clean and/or stock restrooms; keep some records; and occasionally fill out forms. A Host must work well with people, be personable and neat in appearance. You may be required to be on-site five days per week, especially on weekends and heavy use holidays. A Host must generally be physically able to perform some raking, shoveling and sweeping. The most important job as a Campground Host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for the public. The Host is the first and sometimes the only contact with campground users.
A campsite will be provided. Must have own trailer. No electricity. Water and sewer provided.
* 4 positions
* May 15 - September 30
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Not Difficult
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/
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20. Campground Host -Humboldt-Toiyabe NF Wells, NV
Location: Wells, NV 89835
Start Date: 6/1/2008
End Date: 10/30/2008
Record Date: 11/20/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: dashby@fs.fed.us 775-752-3357
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Volunteers needed to serve as Campground Hosts in the Big Bend and Wildhorse Crossing Campgrounds. The couple will need to provide their own camp trailer. Duties would include serving as a host for recreationists, performing minor maintenance, and cleanup of facilities on the Big Bend Campground and Wildhorse Crossing Campground.
* 1 position (retired couple preferred)
* June 1 - October 30
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Not Difficult
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/
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21. Campground Host -Humboldt-Toiyabe NF Winnemucca, NV
Location: Winnemucca, NV 89445
Start Date: 7/1/2008
End Date: 9/30/2008
Record Date: 11/20/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: mgast@fs.fed.us 775-623-5025 ext. 111
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Campground Host or couple needed at Lye Creek Campground. The job involves general cleaning and maintenance, fee collection, and personal contact with the public to promote responsible camping. Will also be involved with general upkeep of Martin Creek and Paradise Valley Guard Stations. Need to be an independent worker, be personable and have good communication skills. Required to work weekends with days off during the week. Personal trailers can be accommodated or housing offered at the Guard Stations. Campground elevation is 7,500 feet.
* 1 position
* July 1 - September 30
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/
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22. Campground Host -Humboldt-Toiyabe NF Wells, NV
Location: Wells, NV 89835
Start Date: 6/5/2008
End Date: 9/30/2008
Record Date: 11/20/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: dashby@fs.fed.us 775-752-3357
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
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Campground Host: Host or couple needed for campsites located in Jarbidge Canyon. Single-unit housing (which includes microwave, other electrical appliances, and baseboard heaters) will be provided. Job includes campground cleanup and maintenance, and providing information and assistance to campground visitors. A vehicle, tools, and supplies to perform tasks will be provided. Elevation is approximately 6,300 feet; located along the Jarbidge River.
* 1 position
* June 5 - Labor Day
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Suitability: Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/
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23. Campground Host -Humboldt-Toiyabe NF Wells, NV
Location: Wells, NV 89835
Start Date: 6/15/2008
End Date: 9/30/2008
Record Date: 11/20/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: dashby@fs.fed.us 775-752-3357
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Campground host or couple needed at various Campgrounds. Duties include general cleaning and maintenance, posting reservations, personal contact with the public, and assistance with fee collection/compliance. Volunteer provides RV; campsite, water and sewer will be provided. Forest Service will provide supplies and equipment for work tasks.
* 1 position
* June 5 - Labor Day
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/
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24. Campground Host -Caribou-Targhee National Forest Montpelier, ID
Location: Montpelier, ID 83254
Start Date: 5/15/2008
End Date: 8/30/2008
Record Date: 11/20/2007
Partner: FS FS
Contact: myoung@fs.fed.us 208-847-0375
Activities: • Campground Host
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Visitor Information
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Campground Host: Willow Flat Campground, 15 miles from Preston, Idaho. Volunteer to provide own self-contained camper trailer. No hookup. Water and restrooms available.
As a Campground Host, you will typically be expected to greet campers; give directions, answer questions, and hand out pamphlets if available; help campers feel at home; perform minor maintenance and inspect the campground; possibly clean and/or stock restrooms; keep some records; and occasionally fill out forms. A Host must work well with people, be personable and neat in appearance. You may be required to be on-site 5 days per week, especially on weekends and heavy use holidays. A Host must generally be physically able to perform some raking, shoveling and sweeping. The most important job as a Campground Host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for the public. The Host is the first and sometimes the only contact with campground users.
Free space provided plus mileage reimbursement to cover adjacent campground four miles away.
* 2 positions
* May 15 - August 30
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors,Family
Difficulty: Average
Link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/caribou-targhee/
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25. Grand Canyon - North Rim Campground Hosts -Grand Canyon National Park Grand Canyon, AZ
Location: Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
Start Date: 5/4/2008
End Date: 10/17/2008
Record Date: 11/20/2007
Partner: NPS NPS
Contact: lisa_collins@nps.gov Email contact only
Activities: • Campground Host
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This is an early announcement for the 2008 campground hosts on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Assistance is need from May 04, 2008 through October 17, 2008. These positions require a 32 hour a week commitment. A 35 feet trailer site is provided for the hosts. Days off vary and may be in the middle of the week.
DUTIES: The North Rim campground hosts are responsible for assisting visitors with common questions, completing campground rounds twice a day, campsite maintenance (including cleaning 80 firepits) and occasionally assisting visitor after hours.
AREA DESCRIPTION: North Rim has a post office, camper store, and laundry facilities. The North Rim is located at ~8200 feet of elevation with summer average temperatures ranging in the low to mid-seventies and fall overnight temperatures in the high twenties. Kanab, Utah is 80 miles from the North Rim, and has the usual amenities found in small cities. A car is a necessity.
A background check maybe required for this position. This involves fingerprinting and a documented work and residential history.
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Suitability: Adults,Seniors
Difficulty: Strenuous
Link: None
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