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Position Mount Rainier National Park Associates projects
Mount Rainier National Park
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Address 55210 238th Ave E Ashford, WA 98304
Contact Kevin Bacher kevin_bacher@nps.gov 360-569-2211
Dates 5/26/2010--10/11/2010
Activities
• Botany
• Trail/Campground Maintenance
• Back Country/Wilderness
• General Assistance
• Weed/Invasive Species Control
Record Date2/23/2010
Suitable For Adults,Teens,Seniors,Groups,Family
Difficulty Level Strenuous

Opportunity Description: 

Brief job description: Assist the Mount Rainier National Park Associates, a private non-profit organization, in cooperation with Mount Rainier Park crews, with various projects dedicated to the protection of the park's natural resources.

Duties:

  • Assist with trail maintenance and repair;
  • Help with revegetation projects;
  • Remove non-native plants from sensitive habitats;
  • Assist with other projects as needed.

Anticipated results:

You will be helping to preserve the invaluable natural and cultural resources of Mount Rainier National Park. Recent projects have included trail reconstruction on the Wonderland Trail and at Glacier Basin and Carbon River, and restoration of habitat at Paradise and Sunrise.

Responsibilities:

  • Work within parameters of the position description;
  • Dedication to working with proper equipment in a safe, sane manner at all times. Safety First!

Training Requirements: On-the-job training; other training as designed by supervisor.

For More Information about the Mount Rainier National Park Associates and their role in helping with preservation and restoration efforts at the park, visit their website at www.mount-rainier.org or Mount Rainier's volunteer blog at rainiervolunteers.blogspot.com.


Housing Availability: 
Not Available
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Camp Sites
  • Housing Description:
Free camping is available for volunteers assisting with short-term projects.
Apply Online Now  Please Complete Your Application at: Mount Rainier National Park Associates projects Application




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