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Position Interpretive Guide Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Partner Opportunity Site Link Opportunity Partner State Natural Resources Links Wisconsin Home Page Wisconsin Tourism Site Wisconsin State Parks Volunteers Address 415 Washington Avenue Bayfield, WI 54814 Contact Betsy Bartelt betsy_bartelt@nps.gov 715-779-3397, x303 Dates 6/12/2013--9/3/2013 Activities • Computers • Conservation Education • Historical Preservation • Trail/Campground Maintenance • Tour Guide/Interpretation • Visitor Information Record Date 5/20/2013 Suitable For Adults,Seniors Difficulty Level Average

Opportunity Description: 

Volunteer would greet visitors and conduct interpretive guided tours at various sites in the national lakeshore and/or provide outreach to school groups or other organizations.

Duties may include:

• Presenting interpretive talks, walks, or conducting tours of natural and/or historic sites such as the Lakeshore Trail, Manitou Fish Camp, or Hokenson Brothers Fishery
• Accompanying Apostle Islands Cruise Service cruises to assist with tours at island locations
• conducting environmental education programs for school groups
• Presenting slide programs for school groups or other organizations

Parkwide training and orientation would be provided. Couples applying for this position at Little Sand Bay mainland location may split with a maintenance position (one partner doing maintenance, and other partner working as interpretive guide.) For that location, RV sites and/or shared dormitory accommodations are available. Other duty stations are on islands. These stations may not have running water. Sanitary facilities may consist of an outhouse. A propane heater, a gas-powered refrigerator, and a gas stove for cooking may be available. Volunteers should keep their schedules flexible and always bring extra supplies, in case of weather related transportation delays. Self sufficiency is a must. Minimum of 3 week commitment and 8 hour work days.

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