Position Description
Assist the Exotic Plant Management Team (EPMT) work to maintain the native plants in Alaska. Opportunities are available at several Alaska National Parks during the summer of 2009. Short-term opportunities can be scheduled to coincide with a visit to an Alaskan National Park and are suitable for all ages. For adult volunteers interested in helping for more than 8 weeks, housing and a stipend may be available.

Unlike most areas, Alaska still has millions of acres unaffected by invasive plants. The National Park Service is working proactively to keep our parks free from large infestations. You can help our teams hand dig or pull invasive plants, survey areas to determine if there are infestations, help with outreach and education events, and work on data management. Work occurs in both frontcountry and wilderness backcountry locations.

Contact coordinator Whitney Rapp to explore the opportunities available! Please specify when and how long you are available to assist.<

Position Description
Assist the Exotic Plant Management Team (EPMT) work to maintain the native plants in Alaska. Opportunities are available at several Alaska National Parks during the summer of 2009. Short-term opportunities can be scheduled to coincide with a visit to an Alaskan National Park and are suitable for all ages. For adult volunteers interested in helping for more than 8 weeks, housing and a stipend may be available.

Unlike most areas, Alaska still has millions of acres unaffected by invasive plants. The National Park Service is working proactively to keep our parks free from large infestations. You can help our teams hand dig or pull invasive plants, survey areas to determine if there are infestations, help with outreach and education events, and work on data management.

Contact coordinator Whitney Rapp to explore the opportunities available! Please specify when and how long you are available to assist.<

Position Description
Assist the Exotic Plant Management Team (EPMT) work to maintain the native plants in Alaska. Opportunities are available at several Alaska National Parks during the summer of 2009. Short-term opportunities can be scheduled to coincide with a visit to an Alaskan National Park and are suitable for all ages. For adult volunteers interested in helping for more than 8 weeks, housing and a stipend may be available.

Unlike most areas, Alaska still has millions of acres unaffected by invasive plants. The National Park Service is working proactively to keep our parks free from large infestations. You can help our teams hand dig or pull invasive plants, survey areas to determine if there are infestations, help with outreach and education events, and work on data management. Work occurs in both frontcountry and wilderness backcountry locations.

Contact coordinator Whitney Rapp to explore the opportunities available! Please specify when and how long you are available to assist.<

Position Description
Assist the Exotic Plant Management Team (EPMT) work to maintain the native plants in Alaska. Opportunities are available at several Alaska National Parks during the summer of 2009. Short-term opportunities can be scheduled to coincide with a visit to an Alaskan National Park and are suitable for all ages. For adult volunteers interested in helping for more than 8 weeks, housing and a stipend may be available.

Unlike most areas, Alaska still has millions of acres unaffected by invasive plants. The National Park Service is working proactively to keep our parks free from large infestations. You can help our teams hand dig or pull invasive plants, survey areas to determine if there are infestations, help with outreach and education events, and work on data management. Work occurs in both frontcountry and wilderness backcountry locations.

Contact coordinator Whitney Rapp to explore the opportunities available! Please specify when and how long you are available to assist.<

Position Description
Assist the Exotic Plant Management Team (EPMT) work to maintain the native plants in Alaska. Opportunities are available at several Alaska National Parks during the summer of 2009. Short-term opportunities can be scheduled to coincide with a visit to an Alaskan National Park and are suitable for all ages. For adult volunteers interested in helping for more than 8 weeks, housing and a stipend may be available.

Unlike most areas, Alaska still has millions of acres unaffected by invasive plants. The National Park Service is working proactively to keep our parks free from large infestations. You can help our teams hand dig or pull invasive plants, survey areas to determine if there are infestations, help with outreach and education events, and work on data management. Work occurs in both frontcountry and wilderness backcountry locations.

Contact coordinator Whitney Rapp to explore the opportunities available! Please specify when and how long you are available to assist.

Position Description
Assist the Exotic Plant Management Team (EPMT) work to maintain the native plants in Alaska. Opportunities are available at several Alaska National Parks during the summer of 2009. Short-term opportunities can be scheduled to coincide with a visit to an Alaskan National Park and are suitable for all ages. For adult volunteers interested in helping for more than 8 weeks, housing and a stipend may be available.

Unlike most areas, Alaska still has millions of acres unaffected by invasive plants. The National Park Service is working proactively to keep our parks free from large infestations. You can help our teams hand dig or pull invasive plants, survey areas to determine if there are infestations, help with outreach and education events, and work on data management. Work occurs in both frontcountry and wilderness backcountry locations.

Contact coordinator Whitney Rapp to explore the opportunities available! Please specify when and how long you are available to assist.<

Position Description
Assist the Exotic Plant Management Team (EPMT) work to maintain the native plants in Alaska. Opportunities are available at several Alaska National Parks during the summer of 2009. Short-term opportunities can be scheduled to coincide with a visit to an Alaskan National Park and are suitable for all ages. For adult volunteers interested in helping for more than 8 weeks, housing and a stipend may be available.

Unlike most areas, Alaska still has millions of acres unaffected by invasive plants. The National Park Service is working proactively to keep our parks free from large infestations. You can help our teams hand dig or pull invasive plants, survey areas to determine if there are infestations, help with outreach and education events, and work on data management. Work occurs in both frontcountry and wilderness backcountry locations.

Contact coordinator Whitney Rapp to explore the opportunities available! Please specify when and how long you are available to assist.<

Position Description
Position Description

Provide a geologist’s perspective on the historic Ellsworth Rock Gardens in Voyageurs National Park. Describe the materials Mr. Ellsworth used to create stone walls, stone sculptures and other features in the gardens as well as the nature of the outcrop that served as the foundation for the gardens. Communicate the character of the site from a geological perspective. Identify any unique geological features. Provide information about the geology of the gardens so park visitors and non-scientists can understand its geological character and significance, Mr. Ellsworth’s interest in using stone for a building material and medium for artistic expression and the craft and skills required for working with stone.

Work will be completed during a 4-day volunteer event at the gardens in July 2009. Boat transportation will be provided to the gardens. Housing can be provided.

Background Information

The Ellsworth Rock Gardens form a significant historic site in Voyageurs National Park. Jack Ellsworth of Chicago constructed the gardens from 1942-1965. He created the 7-acre garden by building terraced flower beds on a 60-foot granite cliff on the north shore of Kabetogama Lake. Ellsworth used native elements of the northern Minnesota landscape—rocks, earth, flowers and trees—as his primary media to create a distinctive work of art. The rugged texture of the granite outcrop provided the foundation for the gardens. Working with a hierarchy of local stone, Ellsworth crowned the meandering dry-stacked walls that surround the planting beds with a layer of crushed white quartz, creating a distinctive "frosting." The terraced beds were connected through pathways subtly indicated by stone gateways, stairways, stepping stones, simple bridges, grass paths and the use of a few painted stone signs. Ellsworth accented his garden landscape with statuary that he created out of native rock and concrete as well as carefully selected and placed rocks and boulders. He skillfully balanced both small rocks and large monoliths--some as a single stone balanced on point, others crafted into figures, multi-tiered tables, and other sophisticated artistic sculptures. Viewed from the summit, the gardens became a fantastic mosaic of brilliant colors and soft textures that contrasted with the cool, gray tones of the hard, native rock.

Position Description

A volunteer is needed to help organize a Climate Friendly Parks Workshop at Mount Rainier National Park on February 18 and 19th, 2009.

The focus of the workshop is to: 1) learn about the impacts of climate change to the Cascade Mountain Range; 2) discuss a range of climate friendly actions/possibilities (in areas such as alternative energy, energy conservation, solid waste reduction, environmental purchasing, transportation, and education/interpretation); and 3) develop a climate friendly action plan for Mount Rainier National Park. We intend to invite community stakeholders from all around the park to participate in this workshop with park staff. See http://www.nps.gov/climatefriendlyparks/ for more information.

Time: December 10th to Febuary 19th, a few hours here and there. No set schedule. Work possible from home as long as internet is available.

Duties include:

• Assisting with workshop set-up (1-2 days mid-February).
• Participating in logistics conference call (January 8th).
• Assisting with invitation lists and formatting a “save the date” flyer (2-3 days ASAP). Confirming invitees.
• Confirming speakers for workshop and answering logistical questions.
• Other duties that come up for workshop.
• Assisting with final revisions to an emissions inventory conducted in the park.

For more information, and to express interest in this position, please contact Rebecca Lofgren as soon as possible at 360-569-2211 ext. 3371 or rebecca_lofgren@nps.gov.

Position Description
The volunteer(s) will serve both the US Fish and Wildlife Service and Oregon Parks and Recreation Department by interpreting the wildlife of Cape Meares State Scenic Viewpoint and National Wildlife Refuge. The position involves working on both state and federal lands at Cape Meares (10 miles west of Tillamook). The volunteer will provide interpretation on the seabirds, marine mammals and resident pair of nesting Peregrine Falcon of Cape Meares at viewpoints using binoculars, field guides and spotting scopes. Requirements for the position include a valid driver license, enthusiasm, willingness to work weekends and holidays with almost no supervision and to interact with the public in a friendly and professional manner. The refuge will provide all necessary equipment (except raingear) and Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will provide a free RV site and hook-up at Cape Lookout State Park (a 20 minute drive from Cape Meares). The Friends of Cape Meares Lighthouse and Wildlife Refuge will provide a stipend to cover fuel costs to commute to and from Cape Meares.

Position Description

Goal: Meadow Rovers improve protection of the subalpine meadows at Paradise and Sunrise through visitor education.

Duties:

• Make safety the highest priority in the conduct of all duties.
• Actively promote understanding of and compliance with NPS regulations regarding use of the meadows (stay on trails, no flower picking, no pets on trails, no littering, etc.) Provide visitors with positive resource education messages.
• Provide information to visitors on a wide range of topics, including trails, flowers, wildlife, climbing, etc.
• Provide emergency assistance as needed, using park radio to call for help if necessary.

Qualifications:

• Good communication skills and a genuine enjoyment of people.
• Maturity, a positive attitude, and the ability to think on your feet.
• General knowledge of park resources and regulations, and the desire to continue learning and applying new knowledge.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good physical condition for walking and hiking at elevations above 5000 feet at Paradise and above 6000 feet at Sunrise.

Time commitment: at least 8 hours per month from June to early October. A day of training will be offered in June.

Supervisors:
Paradise: Curt Jacquot, Paradise Interpreter, 360-569-2211 ext. 3312

Position Description

Thank you for you interest in volunteering at the Mount Rainier National Park greenhouse. Volunteers play a significant role in the success of the plant production program in the park.

Brief job description: Assist Park Horticulturist in native plant production for park restoration projects.

Duties: Assist the Park Horticulturist in the propagation and maintenance of native plants. Duties include the collection and preparation of cutting material; transplanting seedlings and rooted cuttings; and general plant maintenance.

Some of the tasks that volunteers help us with, and the general timing for those tasks are:

• Seed collection - usually starts in early August and continues through mid-October.
• Seed cleaning - starts in late August and continues until all seed are clean (mid-late November most years).
• Transplanting rooted cuttings - starts in early-mid April and continues until all cuttings are potted up.
• Transplanting seedlings - starts in early-mid June and continues through mid-July.
• Field planting - starts in mid-late August and continues until all plants are planted or the snow depth is too high to clear away for continued planting.

Our normal hours of operation, both for greenhouse and field operations, is Monday - Thursday from 7am - 5:30pm. Volunteers usually come in around 8 or 9am and leave between 3 and 4pm (times vary depending on the volunteer's personal schedule). The field operation usually schedules two Saturdays a year for field planting, and the greenhouse usually schedules 2-3 Saturdays a year (one in the spring for transplanting, and one or two in late summer for seed collection).

Anticipated Results: As a member of the Natural and Cultural Resource Team that propagates planting materials for the restoration of meadows throughout the park, you will be making a significant contribution to providing a beautiful landscape for Mount Rainier’s estimated 2 million annual visitors to enjoy, as well as restoring natural environments damaged by human Activity.

Qualifications:

• Work experience in greenhouse operations, transplanting seedlings, gardening, landscape maintenance and/or college courses of study in botany, horticulture or related field.
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time and perform repetitive tasks with a high level of accuracy.
• Willingness to learn by following instructions if not qualified in (1) and (2).
• Physical ability to do the work you are applying for. Seed collection may require the ability to complete a strenuous hike and work at high elevations.

Responsibilities:

• Work within the parameters of this position description unless change is documented by your supervisor.
• Dedication to working with proper equipment in a safe, sane manner at all times. Safety First!

Time Commitment:
Part-time, intermittent. Most need for volunteers is on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Training:
The Park Horticulturist will provide training and background information on horticultural practices, greenhouse operations, and production goals.

Benefits:

• Waiver of park entry/camping fees for volunteer period;
• VIP baseball cap;
• Coverage for on-the-job injuries through the VIP Program;
• The satisfaction of making a difference with other great people dedicated to preserving and protecting Mount Rainier - a Crown Jewel of the National Park Service.

Supervisor, and for more information:
Libby Roberts, Park Horticulturist, (360) 569-2211 ext. 6170.

Position Description

Every year, Mount Rainier National Park works with the Student Conservation Association to hire numerous Conservation Interns. These positions typically last 12-16 weeks, come with housing and a small living allowance, and, on successful completion, qualify the interns for educational grants.

Most positions are filled during the summer months, and can often be coordinated with school schedules. Longer-term interships are also occasionally available. Past internships have included:

• Backcountry Intern
• Biology Intern
• Curatorial Assistant
• Education Program Intern
• Exotic Plant Management Team
• Geographic Information Systems
• Geomorphologist
• Junior Ranger Ambassador
• Mount Rainier Recovery Corps
• Natural Resources Planning Intern
• Plant Propagation Intern
• Restoration Crew Leader
• Restoration Documentation Intern
• Restoration Planning Intern
• Trail Crew
• Trail Management Intern
• Vegetation Mapping Intern
• Visitor Services Intern

Recruitment notices are posted throughout the winter, and hiring usually occurs in the spring. For a complete list of positions currently advertised at Mount Rainier, visit the Student Conservation Association website.

Position Description

Every year, Mount Rainier National Park works with the Geologic Society of America hire one or two interpretive naturalists with expertise in geological sciences through their Geoscientists-in-Parks program. An additional intern is sometimes hired to help with the park's geomorphology research program. These positions typically last 12-16 weeks, come with housing and a small living allowance, and, on successful completion, qualify the interns for educational grants.

Positions are typically advertised in December and filled in March or April. The application period for 2009 opens on December 1, 2009. Positions are advertised on the website of the Geologic Society of America at www.geosociety.org. Consider spending your summer applying your geological training in one of the most beautiful national parks in the country!

Position Description
Interns will learn to manage natural resources in a manner that improves the condition of the cultural landscapes of Stones River National Battlefield.

TIME REQUIREMENTS: 24-40 hours per week

SUPERVISOR: Ecologist

DUTIES:

Assists with vegetation and/or wildlife management,

Establishes native species,

Manages invasive exotic species,

Monitors rare and endangered species,

Collects and organizes field data,

Makes field observations of natural resource conditions,

Evaluates observed conditions and problems,

Assists in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines, and

Installs, operates, maintains, and inventories equipment.

Volunteers may also be assigned special projects based on their skills and interests. We will work with internship candidates to customize your work assignments in order to meet your learning needs.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,

Ability to work independently and as part of a team,

Knowledge of invasive exotic plants and native plants of middle Tennessee desirable,

Ability to use computers,

Ability to operate GPS equipment desirable,

Ability to work outdoors for extended periods, and

Must be able to lift at least fifteen pounds

TRAINING PROVIDED (R-Required, O-Optional)

Volunteer Orientation (R)

Orientation to the Battle of Stones River (R)

Resource Management Operations Orientation (R)

Introduction to the National Park Service: The History of the NPS (R)

Foundations of Interpretation (R)

Effective Informal Interpretation (R)

Task Specific Training as Needed (R)

First Aid and CPR (O)

Housing may be available to interns who commit to working at least 32 hours per week for a minimum of four weeks.

Position Description
Do you love the ocean? Do you care about animals and plants found along the seashore? Help us protect this incredible and fragile ecosystem!

Tidepool Season begins late September thru mid- May.

* 8 month commitment, twice a month for a 4 hour shift, any day of the week, shifts usually occur from 11 AM until 5 PM * Meet people from around the world * Voluteer uniform and training will be provided * Great job experience if interested in working for the National Park Service * Good communication and interpersonal skills needed

CABRILLO NM IS A DAY USE ONLY PARK. HOUSING IS NOT PROVIDED. FREE TRAINING!! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED :)

SEEKING HELP MONDAY THRU FRIDAY ONLY!!!!

Position Description
Volunteers will help manage natural resources in a manner that improves the condition of the cultural landscapes of Stones River National Battlefield.

TIME REQUIREMENTS: One day per week (4-8 hour shift)

SUPERVISOR: Ecologist

DUTIES:

Assists with vegetation and/or wildlife management,

Establishes native species,

Manages invasive exotic species,

Monitors rare and endangered species,

Collects and organizes field data,

Makes field observations of natural resource conditions, Installs, operates, maintains, and inventories equipment.

Volunteers may also be assigned special projects based on their skills and interests.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,

Ability to work independently and as part of a team,

Knowledge of invasive exotic plants and native plants of middle Tennessee desirable,

Ability to use computersis desirable,

Ability to operate GPS equipment desirable,

Ability to work outdoors for extended periods, and

Must be able to lift at least fifteen pounds

TRAINING PROVIDED (R-Required, O-Optional)

Volunteer Orientation (R)

Orientation to the Battle of Stones River (R)

Resource Management Operations Orientation (R)

Introduction to the National Park Service: The History of the NPS (R)

Foundations of Interpretation (R)

Effective Informal Interpretation (R)

Task Specific Training as Needed (R)

First Aid and CPR (O)

Housing may be provided to volunteers who commit to working at least 32 hours per week for a minimum of four weeks.

Position Description
The Necedah National Wildlife Refuge in Necedah, Wisconsin seeks painters, writers, journalists, photographers, musicians, composers, ceramists, and other artists to draw upon the refuge for a two-week residency opportunity. Selected artists will be asked to contribute a piece of artwork that is reflective of their experience and present one to two public programs relating to their craft. In return, the refuge will provide free housing, a studio space, and the opportunity for the artist to interpret through their craft the resources found within the 44,000-acre refuge.

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 michael_reichmuth@nps.gov.

Position Description
Duties and Responsibilites:Two full-time interns are needed to support avian monitoring with the National Park Service on the Maryland portion of the island. These 16 week positions have a negotiable preferred start date of 03/30/09. A great opportunity to build monitoring and management skills by working with a high density plover breeding colony on an evolving barrier beach habitat. Piping Plovers are small, ground nesting shorebirds that are federally listed as a Threatened species. Limited work with other migrant and breeding birds and with predator management.

Position requires: a strong interest in bird conservation; ability to locate and monitor cryptic shorebirds by sight, call and tracks, and precocial chicks at 100-300 meters; use of optical equipment; the ability to work in close-knit groups and independently with minimal supervision; must be attentive to details; ability to accurately complete data sheets, a 0600-1430 work day; walking in loose sand under direct sunlight carrying moderate loads; exposure to high humidity, blowing sand and occasional biting insects; operation of ORV's (valid driver's license required).

A B.S. degree in biological science, ecology, natural resources management, conservation biology or related field is recommended.

Housing, Uniforms, and Subsistence Reimbursement: Interns are paid $150 biweekly and provided free on-site housing and uniforms. Modern, furnished housing is provided free of charge and located close to park headquarters and the beach. Interns 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. 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.

Area Information: Assateague Island National Seashore, managed by the National Park Service, is an Atlantic coast barrier island and shallow water estuary habitat. It is 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.

How to Apply:Fill out the official volunteer application by clicking the “Apply Now” button AND send in the following information:1. A cover letter stating the specific internship for which you are applying, as well as an explanation of your qualifications and interest for the job.2. A resume documenting your work experience, education, skills, interests, etc. 3. 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.4. The names and contact information, including phone numbers, for 3 references.5. Include addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers where you can be reached and dates you will be available at different addresses (home and school).

Send all this information to: Tami Pearl, Assateague Island National Seashore, 7206 National Seashore Lane, Berlin, Maryland 21811

Position Description
Come volunteer with us! You can learn about the many fascinating critters that live in the tidepools and how we measure them! You can be a part of one of the longest-running coastal monitoring programs in California! And, you can enjoy the day out in the sun and surf, while learning and helping conserve our marine resources! We monitor the tidepools twice per year, in the fall and spring. * Training will be provided. * Great job experience if interested in working in Marine Biology or if you are interested in a more in-depth experience. * Commitment: We work for approximately four hours per day, during the afternoon low tides. You are welcome to join us for one, two, or all of the days, as long as you can be there for at least one whole shift.

THE NEXT TIDEPOOL MONITORING WILL OCCUR DURING THE SPRING!

Apply online if interested!

CABRILLO NM IS A DAY-USE ONLY PARK. UNFORTUNATELY, WE DO NOT ASSIST WITH HOUSING NEEDS.

Position Description
Herpetological Surveying – Come help monitor native reptile and amphibian species on the Point Loma peninsula! Enjoy working in one of the last preserved coastal sage scrub habitats in southern California while helping to conserve important species that live in this rare habitat! Savor a beautiful panoramic ocean-view, while you learn how to identify regional herpetofauna species as well as the techniques we use to monitor them. Commitment: We survey herp populations every 4-6 weeks all year round. Each survey last 5 day (Mon-Fri) and you can help half days, full days, or the entire week! Benefits: *Gain hands-on field experience by learning to identify, handle and measure several of southern California’s common reptiles and amphibians. *Participate in the longest running herpetological monitoring project in a region-wide monitoring effort. **Training is provided.**

CABRILLO NM IS A DAY USE ONLY PARK. HOUSING IS NOT PROVIDED. MONDAY THRU FRIDAY ONLY!

Position Description

Position is a 32 hour per week - Monday through Thursday. Volunteer will need to provide their own RV. Full hook-up provided.

Position will begin January 2009 and work through April 2009.

Field Work (70%): The volunteer will be trained to correctly identify non-native plants and use appropriate measures to remove vegetation from the park. The volunteer will need to be able to hand pull or spray herbicide on vegetation and carry vegetation out from the collection site to the vehicle. The volunteer may be required to hike long distances (approximately 3-5 miles round trip) into and out of wilderness areas. Work consists of hiking, hand pulling, bagging, and carrying out the vegetation from the work site. Volunteer may ride in a park boat to site location to remove non-native plants or spray herbicides. Volunteer will be trained in proper herbicide techniques to meet safety measures. Volunteer may be required to carry bagged vegetation or back pack sprayers weighing 20-30 lbs.

The volunteer may be asked to drive a government vehicle in the backcountry on unpaved roads and washes. The volunteer may need to have some knowledge of how to change tires or make other small vehicle repairs in the backcountry.

Survey Work (20%) The volunteers may also survey location for future vegetation removal and GPS site locations.

Training and Benefits (10%): The volunteer will be required to attend the training in plant identification, GPS usage, and herbicide applications. The volunteer will be trained in all aspects of the position.

Work Environment: Volunteers must be able to identify poisonous or irritant plants that might harm them such as thorns or pollen that may cause skin irritations. Volunteers may come in contact with spiders, lizards, scorpions, and insects. Volunteers will be required to wear all necessary safety equipment to perform duties. Volunteers will be required to wear appropriate attire to work in an outdoor setting in extreme weather conditions and very little shade. Outside temperatures can reach from 32°F in the winter to 100°F in April. Volunteer will be required to be outside for up to 10 hours when in the field. Volunteer may ride in a park boat to site location to remove non-native plants or spray herbicides.

Physical Demands: Volunteers may be asked to:

• Lift up to 20-30 pounds of plant material or equipment

• Bend, lift, pull, and push

• Crouch, stoop, kneel or bend for long periods of time

• Walk for long periods of time (up to 2 hours) on uneven surfaces

• Be outside in extreme heat or cold (depending upon the season)

Volunteers should not perform any duties that are beyond their physical ability.

Requirements:

Volunteers may wear an official volunteer uniform and volunteer hat. Uniform items will be provided by the park. Volunteers must provide sunscreen, long pants and sturdy shoes. Sunglasses, food, beverages other than water, and other personal items needed for the volunteer to be outdoors will need to be provided by the volunteer.

Position Description
Group Opportunities: Open - i.e., stream rehabilitation, range improvements, trail maintenance, recreation maintenance, and area cleanup. Programs such as Adopt-A-Trail, -Stream, -Fence, and -Campground are also available.

Projects vary with interest of group and time available to work. Forest Service will provide tools and equipment to complete project.

• Several positions
• June - October

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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 from April to October

Ernestine M. White

ernestine_white@nps.gov

610.733.1065

Kristina M. Heister

Natural Resource Manager

Kristina_heister@nps.gov

610.783.1008