Position Description
Volunteer will provide environment-based education (focusing on the Mojave Desert) using activities, games, experiments and stories to the visiting public and school groups K-12 at the Desert Discovery Center (DDC). Will include preparing and refining curriculum; arranging and scheduling programs; developing and presenting special programs, nature walks, and visitor center presentations; may include representing DDC at fairs, and other events, creating exhibits, preparing handouts/brochures, or responding to questions. Require: flexible, creative, and enthusiastic team player; background in natural sciences, environment-based education, outdoor recreation and curriculum development; experience working with children; willingness to work independently and with others; strong oral and written communication skills; comfortable working with the public in various outdoor and indoor settings; basic computer skills. Must be self-motivated and able to work without a lot of supervision. Facility is a 7,000 square foot building located on 11 acres of land in the heart of Barstow, CA.

Position Description
Volunteer would assist with fieldwork, carrying out a variety of monitoring projects including breeding and migratory bird surveys, forest vegetation, sandscapes, bald eagles, campsites, bluff erosion, and frog/toad surveys. The volunteer may enter data in a database, summarize data, and write draft reports. A background in biological science, good observation skills, ability to record accurate and complete field notes, and walk moderate distances on and off-trails through dense forest vegetation, and ability to travel by motorboat would be required. Personal transportation and a valid driver’s license are required. Assistance is primarily needed during the summer months. RV sites and/or shared dormitory accommodations available.

Position Description
The Presidio Park Stewards program strives to protect and enhance the remaining natural areas of the Presidio. The Presidio is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and is the largest urban national park in the United States. Its dunes, grasslands, and wetlands are home to rare and endangered plant and wildlife species. Habitat restoration projects are completed through the support of community volunteers.

Responsibilities include

• Coordinate weekly volunteer programs and service projects for youth and adult groups.
• Implement key components of restoration action plans including invasive plant control and native plant community revegetation.
• Manage your own stewardship site in the Presidio and maintain program tools, facilities, and equipment.
• Conduct adaptive management and monitoring activities for rare and endangered plant species.
• Assist in educating volunteers on the concepts of ecological restoration, biodiversity, invasive species, and conservation biology.

Knowledge/Skills Desired

• Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences, environmental studies, or geography, and/or knowledge of basic ecology.
• Proclivity for land stewardship and an enthusiasm for rigorous outdoor work in all types of site and weather conditions.
• Good organizational skills and independent time management.
• Enthusiasm for engaging with the community (volunteers, community groups, middle and high school students).

Terms

• 9 -12 month internship
• Tues-Sat schedule, 40 hrs per week

Position Description
VALLEY FORGE NHP, PART OF NATIONWIDE EFFORT TO IMPROVE PUBLIC LANDS

VALLEY FORGE, PA. – On Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, more than an estimated 100,000 volunteers across the country will roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty helping to improve the nation’s parks, forests, rivers, lakes and wetlands during the largest annual, single-day volunteer restoration effort for America’s public lands.

Valley Forge National Historical Park, the site of the Continental Army’s encampment during the winter of 1777-78 is inviting area residents, businesses, corporations, universities youth organizations and schools to lend a hand and support your local National Park during the nation’s largest hands-on volunteer effort to improve and enhance public lands.

For more information about activities or to volunteer on National Public Lands Day contact Volunteer Program Manager Ernestine White at 610-783-1065 or by e-mail at ernestine_white@nps.gov.

To see a list of coast to coast National Public Lands Day sites, activities, contacts and downloadable photos from past events, visit the media center section of www.publiclandsday.org.

Position Description
The second Saturday of each month (March through December) volunteers can help clean up and maintain trails in Valley Forge NHP.

Come join us and help preserve and protect both the cultural and natural resources of the park.

The work requires occasional effort in lifting heavy materials. Protective gear is important and must be worn. Valley Forge NHP will provide tools. Meet at 9am in the small parking lot off Yellow Springs Road (near the covered bridge). Work ends by noon.

If you have any questions, contact Ernestine White, Volunteer Program Manager at 610-783-1065. You can also view the trails maintenance schedule by going to www.outdoors.org and click onto AMC- Delaware Valley Chapter.

Position Description
The Valley Forge National Historical Park Gardener Assistant should have a good knowledge of plants and gardening procedures. The volunteer will be required to use a variety of hand and power tools associated with gardening work, such as seeders, edgers, hedge trimmers, pruning shears, loppers and sprayers. Other duties will include planting and transplanting trees, shrubs and flowers using methods prescribed for the variety being planted.

Position Description
Natural Resources Conservation Service Earth Team volunteers perform a variety of jobs to put conservation measures on the land.

Work is located in field offices and the state office. Jobs consist of surveying, conservation planning, data collection, administrative work, data input, outreach work and various other duties.

Position Description
Invasive Non-Native Crayfish Removal Volunteer

Volunteers will assist the staff from Natural Resource Management (NRM) in the removal of invasive, non-native crayfish species from select waterways in the park (e.g. Valley Creek). Removal will occur using various trapping devices and hand removal using dip nets. Target species if the rusty crayfish.

Volunteers may also be asked to assist NRM staff on volunteer days to serve as crew leaders for other volunteer groups and to participate in activities related to education of the public regarding the need for control of invasive species in units of the National Park System.

• Equipment (e.g. gloves, traps, datasheets) will be provided by NRM staff. A limited amount of footgear for wading in streams is available. Volunteers should bring their own footgear and walking stick if possible.

• NRM staff will meet with and provide training on species identification and common control methods.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to work outdoors and on rough terrain such as the stream bottom.

• Ability to work in water.

• Ability to identify target crayfish species and general familiarity with common control methods.

As available but not less than 3 hours on any single day. Trapping currently being conducted 7 days per week.

Ernestine M. White

ernestine_white@nps.gov

610.733.1065

Kristina M. Heister

Natural Resource Manager

Kristina_heister@nps.gov

610.783.1008

Position Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Vegetation Assistants help the park botanist with a variety of vegetation related tasks to include fieldwork and/or office work.

OFFICE DUTIES may include data entry, outreach efforts, GIS work.

FIELD DUTIES may include assisting with removal of non-native plants, monitoring vegetation associated with habitat restoration efforts, seed collection, mapping of plant populations and more.

LOCATION DESCRIPTION:

Pinnacles National Monument is centrally located within California’s natural wonders. Hours from the San Francisco Bay Area, Monterey Bay and the Pacific Ocean, Yosemite National park and more. Rising out of the chaparral-covered Gabilan Mountains, east of central California's Salinas Valley, are the spectacular remains of an ancient volcano. Massive monoliths, spires, sheer-walled canyons and talus passages define millions of years of erosion, faulting and tectonic plate movement. Within the monument's boundaries lie 26,000 acres of diverse wildlands. For more details on the park, please visit our website (www.nps.gov/pinn)

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS DESIRED/ REQUIREMENTS

·Friendly, courteous, reliable.

·Ability to work independently.

·Desire and ability to work outdoors, at times in inclement weather and terrain as well as sometimes exert strenuous physical activity while walking.

·You will be required to wear an official National Park Service Volunteer uniform that will be provided to you.

·Willingness to learn about the vast resources in our National Parks

·Knowledge of California flora, and/or willingness to learn.

SCHEDULED HOURS/TIME COMMITMENT: Minimum commitment of 4 hours a day 4 times a month. Some flexibility possible, however reliability is necessary

BENEFITS

·Training in NPS staff procedures and policies and knowledge of resources.

·Opportunities to enjoy the scenery, wildlife and cultural resources of this spectacular park.

·Resume building, through work experience with the National Park Service.

·Meet fellow volunteers at trainings and social events.

Please contact Pinnacles National Monument to join the NPS team. Contact us at pinn_volunteer@nps.gov and 831-389-4486 ext. 242. For more details or to learn about all the current openings go to http://www.nps.gov/pinn/supportyourpark/volunteer.htm

Position Description
The Habitat Restoration Team is a National Park Service volunteer program established in 1988. HRT’s goal is to engage the community members to help preserve, restore and maintain the natural diversity and beauty of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, located just north of San Francisco, CA.

HRT’s main focus is to control invasive non-native plants and restore native plant communities north of the Golden Gate Bridge. This work is accomplished through the weekly participation of many volunteers. The internship involves weekly participation in the volunteer program in Tennessee Valley native plant nursery and the Sunday restoration workdays located in the Marin Headlands. The internship also involves the seasonal volunteer Invasive Plant Patrol Program conducted throughout the park.

Aim High provides underserved urban youth with challenging, innovative and highly supportive educational programs. The goal of Aim High is to ensure that our students are well prepared for success in school, have a deep appreciation for community, and are aware of the issues—personal, local and environmental—that affect their lives

The mission of the Aim High Headlands Environmental Home (AH-HEH) is to provide Aim High students with hands-on experiences fostering environmental awareness, personal growth, interpersonal understanding, and ultimately a stewardship ethic to carry into all areas of life.

For this internship you will be expected to work with the Aim High Headlands Environmental Home Program 2 days per week both preparing for and leading visits with the students and with the Habitat Restoration Team for the remaining 3 days.

Responsibilities

• Planning and assisting with leading of student/volunteer workdays
• Training new volunteers and students in plant identification and control methods
• Leading and conducting invasive plant control work
• Assisting with propagation and collection of native plant material
• Conducting nursery and tool maintenance
• Record keeping and updating the field work database

Knowledge/Skills Desired

• Strong commitment to the preservation and protection of native plant and wildlife communities on public lands
• Strong desire to work with students ages 12-15, including at risk youth
• Education or experience in biological sciences particularly plant biology, ecology or horticulture and middle school education
• Experience working with students/groups and the desire and ability to supervise, train and inspire others
• Ability to work outdoors in varying climate, on steep slopes and carry up to 30 lbs
• Ability to obtain CA driver’s license and a safe driving record

Benefits

• This is a full time position with dorm-style housing and out-of-pocket expense of $100/week.
• The work schedule is Sunday–Thursday, 40 hours/week. Nine months to one year commitment.

Position Description
Join the National Park Service today to help protect and preserve the natural resources along the Mississippi River.

Volunteers will hear about the unique natural and cultural features of the river while removing non-native invasive plants or planting native trees, flowers and grasses.

Participants will be provided with a list of upcoming programs and can sign up for one or many. Programs are often Saturday mornings but other programs are available during the week and even evenings.

Position Description
Alcatraz Island, the first US fort on the west coast and known for housing the some of the country's most infamous prisoners, also once featured gardens of plants from around the world. Many of these plants are now naturalized on the island while others have disappeared.

Filled with rare roses and historically significant cultivars, the gardens were tended first by 19th century soldiers, then prisoners, guards and their families. Since the prison's closure in 1963 and transfer to the National Park Service in 1972, the plants seen on the island today are what remain of the original gardens. In October 2003 the National Park Service, in partnership with the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy and the Garden Conservancy, will pilot a volunteer gardening program to begin restoring the gardens to their former glory and historic significance.

Hours per month: 3 hour shift, Wednesday mornings (9am-12 pm). Volunteers may commit weekly or every other week. Two-three month commitment requested.

Description of Duties: Volunteers will clear invasive weeds, and salvage, nurture, and map the remaining plants. Cuttings will be taken for propagation of historic plants for eventual incorporation back onto the gardens. Green waste will be composted and volunteers will manage and maintain the compost. Work may require the use tools such as shovels, rakes, hand picks, pruning tools and wheel barrels. All restoration activities will be consistent with the cultural resources plan for the site. The current goal is to maintain and restore health to the existing significant historic plants in anticipation of the eventual restoration of the gardens.

Knowledge/Skills Desired:

• Volunteers should be physically fit, able to lift about 25-30 pounds, kneel for extended periods, and work with tools
• Volunteers must be comfortable traveling by boat to Alcatraz Island and working outside under variable weather conditions for extended periods
• Volunteers will also be working in highly visible locations on Alcatraz, so they should be comfortable interacting with the general public and answering questions about their work
• Volunteers will wear a Volunteer in the Park Program uniform hat (provided by NPS)

Position Description
Background

At the Bay Area’s doorstep are some of the most beautiful and diverse parklands anywhere. The Golden Gate National Recreation Area is one of the world’s largest urban national park systems encompassing 80,000 acres of California coastal landscape visited by 17 million people each year. These parklands add immeasurably to the quality of life in the Bay Area. Our Invasive Species Early Detection Volunteer offers the experience to work in conjunction with the National Park Service, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy and the Presidio Trust within the GGNRA parkland boundaries.

Working Conditions

Work is mainly performed outdoors in hilly terrain near the Pacific Coast in elevations from sea level to 2000 feet in all extremes of weather. Conditions range from hot dry dusty to foggy damp cold or rainy. There is a frequent exposure to poison oak. Employee may work and operate equipment in adverse conditions that include extended exposure to sun, wind, rain, loud noise, uneven terrain, mud, poison oak, and various invertebrates.

Introduction

The Invasive Species Early Detection Volunteer will work on the GGNRA invasive species early detection program in conjunction the San Francisco Bay Area Inventory & Monitoring Division of the National Parks Service. This program provides ongoing monitoring along trails and roadsides of GGNRA where new weed invasions often occur. Discovering weeds before they become well-established is critical to reducing damage to ecosystem integrity, preventing the loss of habitat for rare plants and animals, and preventing costly natural resource management.

Description of Duties

• Participate in invasive plant identification and monitoring protocol training.
• Assist park staff in trail and roadside invasive plant monitoring and mapping.
• Follow guidelines in making safety a priority; responsible for use of personal protective gear and insuring that all tools, equipment, vehicles and other co-workers are working safely in all related conditions.
• Ability to follow instructions from all park staff, understand and respect all park regulations and policies. Proudly wear the NPS volunteer uniform during working hours.

Knowledge/Skills Desired

• Knowledge of San Francisco Bay region flora, and/or willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of Global Positioning System (GPS) devices and/or willingness to learn.
• The ability to work with a diverse community of people alongside with park personnel.
• Desire and ability to work outdoors, at times in inclement weather and terrain as well as sometimes exert strenuous physical activity while walking.

Benefits

• Training in park staff procedures and policies and knowledge of resources.
• Valuable training in general botany, invasive species, and Global Positioning System (GPS) units and their use in conservation and resource management.
• Opportunities to enjoy the scenery, wildlife and cultural resources of this spectacular park.
• Become a stewardship leader in your community.

Requirements

• Enjoy working with a diverse community of people.
• At minimum, a 2 week commitment.
• A J-1 visa is required for all international (non-resident) volunteers.
• A completed volunteer application form.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Work as a part of a team and respect co-workers.

Position Description
We are looking for volunteers to help us with the Still Creek watershed!Minumum age is age is 16 years old. Volunteers between 16 and 18 years old must be accompanied by a participating parent/guardian. Water will be provided. The cleanup will begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 12 Noon Please RSVP the Friends of Still Creek at 301-345-6515. All participants are meeting at the Sweetgum Picnic Area at 8:45 a.m.

Position Description

Overview
The Coho and Steelhead Monitoring Volunteer assists park staff in determining long-term trends in: a) distribution, abundance, and size of spawning coho salmon; b) abundance of smolt coho salmon and steelhead trout; and c) species diversity, distribution, abundance and size and age composition of juvenile coho salmon and steelhead trout. The volunteer also assists park staff in identifying gross changes in stream habitat.

Duties

• Collect data relating to stream habitat, water quality, fish and invertebrate populations, salmon spawning, riparian area condition and stream channel substrate composition
• Count numbers of spawning salmon, carcasses, and redds (nests) along Olema, Pine Gulch, Redwood, and Cheda Creeks during winter surveys
• Help erect, repair and check smolt traps near creek mouths of Olema, Pine Gulch, and Redwood Creeks during spring surveys
• Assist project staff during electrofishing operations by netting, measuring and recording data on juvenile fish during summer and fall surveys
• Identify and record gross changes in habitat in Olema, Pine Gulch, Redwood, and Easkoot Creeks during summer and fall surveys

The volunteer must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and walk long distances over rough, uneven terrain in streams subject to high flows while carrying 20 to 40 lbs of equipment. The volunteer may be exposed to ticks, poison oak, rain and extreme temperatures.

Schedule and Time Commitment
Work days are scheduled throughout the year and are dependent upon weather conditions and program needs. Work days last 6 hours from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Please contact us (see below) for work schedules.

Coho and Steelhead Monitoring is a drop-in program where volunteers are not required to work more than one day at a time. However, volunteers are welcome to work as many of the work days as desired.

Training
On-the-job training

Benefits to the Volunteer
The volunteer will gain knowledge on stream and fish sampling techniques while enjoying the satisfaction of helping to preserve salmon for current and future generations.

Group Type
Individuals are encouraged to participate.

Minimum Age
Minimum age is 16. Volunteers under 18 must have a signed parental consent form. Please contact us (see below) for more information.

Accommodations
Housing and camping/RV sites are unavailable.

Application and Contact Information
Please apply using the link at left. For schedules and more information, contact Mike Reichmuth at 415-464-5191 or mike_reichmuth@nps.gov.

Position Description
INTERNSHIPS AT ASSATEAGUE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE The Natural Resource Management Division of Assateague Island National Seashore is seeking applicants for an internship opportunity in aquatic resources for the Fall 2007. POSITION DATES AND DESCRIPTION AQUATIC RESOURCES FALL INTERN: Sept 4th-Nov 16th (12 weeks)Intern will assist staff in estuarine water quality monitoring, beach water quality monitoring, macro-algae and fisheries surveys, tide gauges maintenance, atmospheric and weather resources monitoring programs, terrestrial vegetation studies and various other natural resource management activities. Applicant will gain experience working in a National Park, using water quality analytical instruments, and acquiring valuable hands-on experience conducting natural resource management field studies. Applicants with skills and interests in estuarine, marine, vegetation, wildlife, geophysical, biological and environmental sciences are encouraged to apply.Interns are paid $120 biweekly and free on-site housing is provided.AREA INFORMATIONAssateague Island National Seashore, managed by the National Park Service, is an Atlantic coast barrier island and shallow water estuary habitat. Located in northeastern Maryland, near the seaside resort of Ocean City, MD, Assateague Island is famous for its wild ponies and 37 miles of white, sandy beaches. Numerous outdoor recreational opportunities are available in the area including: fishing, crabbing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, camping and bird watching. The Natural Resource Management Division inventories, monitors, and manages biological, geological, and cultural resources and employs specialists in wildlife, vegetation, water quality, geographic information systems, and geophysical sciences. Working conditions vary according to season, but may include exposure to cold water, wind, waves, intense sun, heat, humidity, biting insects and poison ivy. Applicants should feel comfortable working in and on the water and from boats. Operation of two and four-wheel drive vehicles is required, so applicants must possess a valid state driver's license.Position dates are 12 weeks long, working 40 hours per week, generally Monday-Friday. Within reason, lengths and dates of placement can be adjusted to fit applicants' needs. Groceries, general shopping, medical facilities and other amenities are located within 7 miles of the Park. A car is recommended for transportation, but a bicycle may be adequate for some.Modern, furnished housing is provided free of charge and located close to Park headquarters and the beach. Applicants will most likely share a room (same sex) and share living areas. Amenities include: full kitchen, microwaves, pots, pans, plates, utensils, and air conditioning, free washer/dryers and local phone calls. Other housing amenities include screened-in porches, a volleyball court, bbq grills and a well-equipped fitness room. Smoking is prohibited inside housing, and pets are not allowed. HOW TO APPLY:Send a cover letter stating your interest and the specific position you are applying to.Send a resume documenting your work experience, education, skills, interests and other pertinent information.Send a copy of your most recent college transcript (unofficial). Also a list of additional courses you will have completed by the start of the internship that do not appear on your transcript.Send EITHER 2 letters of recommendation from references that know you well in a work or educational situation, OR the names and phone numbers of 3 references.Include addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers where you can be reached and dates you will be available at different addresses (home and school). Positions are usually filled 6 to 8 weeks prior to the start date, so send your application materials as soon as possible. Applicant must make arrangements with their academic institution to obtain college credit.The selection process for this internship is very competitive so get your application materials in as soon as possible.Application deadline: Aug. 30th 2007. SEND MATERIALS TO: Assateague Island National Seashore Attn: Brian Sturgis 7206 National Seashore Lane Berlin, Maryland 21811Phone number: 410.641.1443 ext. 250 Email address: brian_sturgis@nps.gov

Position Description
A National Public Lands Day event on the third or fourth Saturday in September. In 2007, it will be Saturday, September 29, 2007. This will be the Annual Umpqua Basin Cleanup. This project coordinates the cleanup of 8-10 stream or river segments in the Umpqua and Middle Fork Coquille River Basins. Conducted late in summer when stream flows are low, volunteers pick up litter that has been deposited along Douglas County’s waterways. Conducted in partnership with BLM, SOLV, US Forest Service and Umpqua Watersheds. For general info, please call Bob Hoehne, chairman of the Umpqua River Cleanup Committee, at (541)679-7077. To be put in touch with a stream reach team cleanup coordinator, please contact Joe Ross at TEL. (541)464-3248 or via email to Joseph_Ross@blm.gov.

Position Description
Recreation Program - Call Erik Taylor 541-464-3271 Camp Hosts - Call Ron Murphy 541-464-3265 Weed Control - Call Susan Carter 541-464-3289 Forest Dvlpmnt & Pruning - Len Dour 541-464-3311 N. Bank Ranch Projects - Marci Todd 541-464-3224

On 425,000 acres of public land within Douglas County, Oregon, volunteers to host in campgrounds, maintain trails, reclaim mined lands, construct fence, paint buildings, and assist with in-office tasks such as data input. We attempt to find a place for all volunteers that contact us with an expression of interest. We also host interns and crews through such programs as Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering (ASE), Resource Apprentice Program for Students (RAPS), U.S. Dept. of Interior Minority Intern Program, Northwest Youth Corps, Oregon Youth Conservation Corps, and other partnerships. National Public Lands Day is an annual event in September which attracts a large number of volunteers for various projects.

Position Description
The Volunteer Program Assistant Coordinator will work closely with the Volunteers-In-Parks Manager at Mississippi National River and Recreation Area to manage all aspects of a rapidly growing volunteer program.

Duties include volunteer recruitment, supervision, and program development. The VIP program includes interns and volunteers working in areas of environmental education, habitat restoration, and research assistance.

Assistant Coordinators will gain knowledge about volunteer program management and public relations by communicating with volunteers, the public, and partner organizations.

The National Park Service is seeking enthusiastic, responsible candidates for this important position. No previous experience is required, but applicants should have an interest in volunteerism, natural resources, and the National Parks. All Assistant Coordinators will receive personalized on-the-job training.

Assistant Coordinators must be available at least one four hour weekday shift per week. Schedules may be flexible.

Position Description
Objective: To train volunteers to identify and report high-risk incipient invasive plants while hiking/patrolling trails and roadsides in designated areas in Golden Gate National Recreational Area (GGNRA).

Background: The National Park Service’s Inventory and Monitoring Program is charged with “improving natural resource management through greater reliance on scientific knowledge.” Invasive species are one of the top priorities for monitoring in our national parks, and early detection of new plant species is a key focus for the San Francisco Bay Area Network (SFAN) of national parks. Discovering weeds before they become well-established is critical to reducing damage to ecosystem integrity, preventing the loss of habitat for rare plants and animals, and preventing costly natural resource management. The SFAN has established an invasive species early detection program to create a priority list of plants with documented invasive potential that occur at low densities, and to institute a system for patrolling trails, roadsides, and waterways for these priority weeds. Trained volunteers will be an integral component of this priority weed search effort.

As a Weed Watcher you will learn to identify invasive plants of the region, and how to map and report your findings. Interns will be trained in progressively more complex weed identification and data collection. Deepen your understanding of the natural world while playing an important role in the protection of the unique resources at the park.

Description of Duties

• Participate in invasive plant identification and data collection training.
• Assist park staff in trail and roadside invasive plant monitoring and mapping.
• Follow guidelines in making safety a priority; responsible for use of personal protective gear and insuring that all tools, equipment, vehicles and other co-workers are working safely in all related conditions.
• Ability to follow instructions from all park staff, understand and respect all park regulations and policies. Proudly wear the NPS volunteer uniform during working hours.

Knowledge/Skills Desired

• Knowledge of San Francisco Bay region flora, and/or willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of Global Positioning System (GPS) devices and/or willingness to learn.
• The ability to work with a diverse community of people alongside with park personnel.
• Desire and ability to work outdoors, at times in inclement weather and terrain as well as sometimes exert strenuous physical activity while walking.

Benefits

• Training in park staff procedures and policies and knowledge of resources.
• Valuable training in general botany, invasive species, and Global Positioning System (GPS) units and their use in conservation and resource management.
• Opportunities to enjoy the scenery, wildlife and cultural resources of this spectacular park.
• Become a stewardship leader in your community.

Requirements

• Enjoy working with a diverse community of people.
• At minimum, a 6 month commitment.
• A J-1 visa is required for all international (non-resident) volunteers.
• A completed volunteer application form.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Work as a part of a team and respect co-workers.

Position Description
The USGS is conducting a volunteer supported juvenile fisheries survey in the intra-coastal between the Rt 210 bridge (Palm Valley) and New Smyrna Beach (Ponce Inlet) in Florida. We do our field work onboard a 23' mullet skiff (outboard in the bow, center console) and are on the water about 6 days/month. We collect fish with a 20' wide Otter trawl and a 70' beach seine. We also collect water samples for total Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Chlorophyll and record various water characteristics (temp, pH, dissolved oxygen, etc.). We generally cover a range of 10-15 NM each day. To accomplish all this we require a crew of four - at least two of whom are volunteers from various government environmental agencies, universities, and the general public. Because this is a daytime study, we can collect specimens from one hour after sunrise until one hour before sunset. We generally meet at a boat ramp at 0800 and plan on being out all day.

The field work involves collecting, identifying, and enumerating all fish and commercially important invertebrates (crabs and shrimp). We also measure the length of from ten to forty specimens depending on species. Most of the catch is returned to the water but some specimens are returned to the laboratory to confirm identification. We need help handling the nets, sorting, counting, and measuring the catch as well as taking notes.

The work is funded by a cooperative agreement between the St. John's River Water Management District and the USGS. Collected data will be used by the water management district to assess the health of the aquatic environment. The study's main objective is to collect baseline information on the occurrence and distribution of juvenile fishes in an area that until now has not been systematically studied.

The work can be hard or uncomfortable at times but is always rewarding and interesting. Volunteers have the opportunity to learn the names of more kinds of fish than they realized were down there as well as some methods of marine fisheries research. They also have the opportunity to help protect the environment. In the process they learn more about the environment and often get to see some very unusual fish like puffers, seahorses, and batfish. Most of the fish we catch are under a few inches but we occasionally catch a nice redfish or sheepshead as well.

While volunteers mainly support field work, there are opportunities in the lab and office in Gainesville as well.

Position Description
Gardeners work with the park's landscape architect to plan, install and maintain flower beds and small yards that might have been seen in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia in the mid-19th century. Working cooperatively with the National Park maintenance staff will be necessary to complete additional tasks. An interest in working outdoors and the ability to work independently are very important. Good verbal skills and an interest in meeting new people are pluses.

Training includes information about existing and historic landscape elements, and a broad exposure to the cultural and natural history of the area.

Minimum time commitment per week is 6 hours.

Primary responsibilities for Gardening Volunteers: Planting, mulching, watering and preparing flower beds; pruning small shrubs and trees using hand tools provided by the park; monitoring and reporting on the status of landscape features to supervisory park staff via email, verbal or written reports.

Primary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Should have a keen interest in gardening; must be able to follow directions and implement National Park Service policy as directed; must be able to work in extreme heat and humidity on a variety of surfaces, including steep, uneven steps and in areas where snakes, biting insects, and poison ivy are occasionally present; must be able to safely lift and move landscaping materials weighing up to 50 pounds on uneven terrain. Familiarity with Harpers Ferry area is a plus.

Position Description
Determine the rates of exchange as well as the environmental controls on the exchanges of greenhouse gases, water vapor, and heat between the Earth's surface and the atmosphere. This work has been and will be undertaken over a variety of surfaces -- lakes, forests, grassland, and rangeland at a variety of locations. Volunteers will complement a research group in capacities set to their abilities and availabilities. Assistance in the office, laboratory, and field are needed. Volunteers will learn basic laboratory and field procedures for collection and analysis of gas samples, varied experience with computers to collect and analyze data, and have exposure to an array of sciences including ecology, meteorology, hydrology, and soil sciences.

Position Description
Works in cooperation with the Resource Management Specialist and other park staff on natural resource projects in the park. Volunteer will be responsible for working on different biological field studies, surveys, habitat projects. Such duties include: water quality testing and monitoring, visitor and grazing impact studies, wildlife surveys and monitoring, hazardous fuel removal, Gypsy Moth monitoring, bird surveyor, invasive plant control and GIS/GPS maping.

Qualifications: Must possess experience or education in biological or natural resources. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions and in high heat and humidity. Most work is performed in the field, often on uneven terrain with poor footing, moderate to heavy lifting may be required. If using a government vehicle a valid drivers license is required

We have a volunteer and seasonal house with five rooms and three baths. Space is limited during the summer. Applications must be in early, because seasonal park guides receive first spaces. No RV Hookups.

Position Description
FALL EDUCATION INTERNSHIP

Education interns work with park staff in preparing and presenting curriculum-based programs for third through eighth grade students in their classrooms and at the park. Programs have established themes and objectives that focus on natural science or history.

Fall positions take place in September and October. (Spring positions are also available from April through early June. Visit Acadia National Park's internship web page for information.)

Qualified applicants must enjoy children, have a sense of wonder, and be able to meet the physical and mental demands of teaching outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Work 32 hours per week.
• Participate in program training and perform as a member of the education team.
• Lead field-based programs on varying terrain and in all kinds of weather.
• Contribute to the various aspects of district operations as assigned.
• Represent the National Park Service and wear the NPS volunteer uniform.

Benefits

• A biweekly stipend of $200.
• A $65.00 uniform allowance. (Receipts must be provided.)
• Uniform shirts, jackets, and hat provided.
• Fully furnished shared apartment and utilities provided.
• Free laundry facilities available.
• 15% discount at park bookstore.
• Hands-on training and experience.

To Apply

Send cover letter, resume, and three reference contacts via mail or e-mail to:

For more information visit Acadia National Park's internship web page.