#8 Amistad National Recreation Area

November 2, 2011 - December 15, 2011
GOVERNORS LANDING CAMP HOST

15 Camp Sites with a covered picnic table and a BBQ grill.  Generally, the sites are suitable for RVs less than 28 feet.  However, there are some sites that can accommodate larger RV's.  There is a loop adequate for larger RV's with Toads to maneuver within the camp area.  Governors Landing is the only NPS campground at Amistad with potable water.  The closest dump station is located about 3 miles,  at Diablo East.

Responsible for performing daily morning and nightly rounds, host a weekly Cowboy Coffee Program. Single or Couples work a total of 28-32 hours per week.  There is only one Host assigned to Governors Landing.  Greet campers and assist them in camping or park related matters.  Maintain a current log of campers in the Campground.  Amistad Volunteers are subject to a basic background check including fingerprints at no cost to the Volunteer.

RV SITE AMENITIES
Full Hookup Site with 20/30/50 Amp, Water, Sewer, propane reimbursed, covered Ramada with picnic table, and great views of Lake Amistad.

RV Volunteer Site at Governors Landing

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COMMUNICATIONS

ATT Cell Phone/USB Aircard/Cradlepoint MBR 350 router
Excellent 3g Access
Satellite signal accessible with fixed or portable dish

OVERALL EXPERIENCE 

A great location for Volunteering.  10 miles to Del Rio and shopping.
Beautiful views.
Additional Information Pending

#7 Davy Crockett Birth Place State Historic Park

March 19 - June 11, 2011

INTERPRETER/MUSEUM/VISITORS CENTER
Provide visitors historical/local information at the Museum, Visitors Center and Davy Crockett Replica Cabin.
The RV Volunteer position requires 2 days per week per person on Saturday and Sunday, and Holidays; opening at 9:30 a.m. and closing the Museum,Visitors Center and Cabin at 4:30 p.m.
A Resource Library is available, which includes books, archeology and genealogy reports.
Single or Couple work a total of 16 hours each per week on weekends.

RV SITE AMENITIES
Full Hookup Site with 30/50 amp, water, sewer, picnic table located in the campground.  Swimming pool, hiking and biking trails.  Family members are welcome to visit and are provided free use of facilities while visiting.

RV Volunteer Site at Davy Crockett Birthplace State Historic Park

COMMUNICATIONS
ATT Cell Phone/USB Aircard/Cradlepoint MBR 1000 router
Excellent 3g Access
Satellite signal accessible with fixed or portable dish.

OVERALL EXPERIENCE
Located at the confluence of Limestone Creek and the Nolichucky River, The birthplace of David Crockett. This is a first State Park experience, and is proving to be another great location to volunteer.  Park staff are excellent to work with and appreciate the contributions of volunteers.  The work environment is very relaxed.   There is a lot of autonomy in opening/closing/operating the museum, visitors center and cabin within minimal guidelines.  Park staff require minimum operating hours of 10-4 with 1 hour lunch period on Saturday and Sundays, however we agreed to keep the facility open from 9:30 - 4:30.     Volunteers have the independence to develop formal/informal historical interpretive programs to present to visitors.

This is a very unique experience, especially for those that grew up during the Disney Crockett Era.  A great opportunity to share the history of this popular King of the Wild Frontier and contributor to American History with youngsters, as well as adults.

It was fun discussing with some Brits that visited; how Davy almost ended up in England.  What would that have done to American History?

#6 Big Bend National Park

December 15, 2010 - March 11, 2011

FMSS VOLUNTEER

The FMSS (Facility Management Software System) Volunteer Position involved asset data collection throughout maintained, populated and primitive areas of Big Bend National Park, to obtain measurements, record GPS locations, and take digital photographs of modern structures, historical structures, and designated ruins.
The job involved assessing and obtaining measurements of structures to determine square footage, construction materials of foundations, exterior walls, and roofing components; as well as interior spaces. In addition, an assessment was conducted and measurements taken of all windows, exterior doors, stairways, water fountains, and plumbing devices. The position also required determining types of electrical/mechanical components and recording, model numbers, serial numbers, and manufacturers of heating, air conditioning, water heaters, and other specified devices as determined by FMSS Staff.
Asset data collection also involved determining construction materials, and taking measurements, of all camping/ recreational vehicle pads at the Rio Grande Village, Chisos Basin, and Cottonwood Campgrounds, along with camping amenities located on each site, and within group camping areas. This included assessing and measuring ramada’s, food locker’s and determining amenities such as; electrical, water, and sewer connections. Additionally, asset data collection included traveling backcountry roads measuring primitive camp sites and amenities, determining materials used for construction of sites and amenities to include food lockers, and camping pads.
All asset data collection information is entered into the National Park Service, Facility Management Software System (FMSS) by facilities Staff.
Single or Couple work a total of 32 hours each per week and are scheduled to work togethe with the same 3 consecutive days off. 

RV SITE AMENITIES

Full Hookup Site 30/50 amp service, cement patio, picnic table, and great mountain and valley views, propane reimbursed.

RV Volunteer Site at Panther Junction

COMMUNICATIONS

ATT Cell Phone/USP Air Card Access on Partner Network
Access attained at certain locations at Panther Junction icluding RV Site.
Access available at certain locations in the Castolon area.
Directv Satellite Access
Park Radio
Park Vehicle

OVERALL EXPERIENCE

An excellent 2 week orientation program, including a 2 day Rio Grande Canoe Trip; issuance of park stickers for vehicles, keys, and park familiarization tour.  Facilities Staff ensured RV Site setup was adequate, including providing an adapter for electrical connection.  Computer Security Training was provided and  issuance of  NPS email account and computer access.  Initially, the volunteer RV Site had 20/30 amp service.  Power was not adequate and breakers had to continuosly be reset.  The Lead Electrician and Electrical Volunteer installed a new 50 amp electric pedestal the same day they became aware of the power issue.  An abbreviated 2 day orientation included tour of  Bend National Park was provided upon arrival.
This was another great volunteer experience with the NPS. 
The FMSS Volunteer position was the first for Big Bend National Park.  All FMSS work was completed ahead of anticipated schedule and one week prior to agreed upon commitment.

#5 Charles Pinckney National Historic Site

September 1 - November 30, 2010

VISITORS CENTER/MUSEUM/BOOK STORE/INTERPRETER
Minimum Commitment 2 Months.
16 Hours per week per person, scheduled to work together 4 hours per day, for 4 days, with the same 3 consecutive days off each week.  Visitors Center Video Room, Eastern National Book Store, and Museum.  Rotating Duty Assignments at the Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, Fort Moultrie National Monument, Fort Sumter National Monument
Provide Assistance during Constitution Week, Living History, and Educational Boat Trips to Morris Island

RV SITE AMENITIES
Full Hookup Site w/50 amp service

Picnic Table w/wood deck

1 Washer/Dryer (shared)

Refrigerator/Freezer (shared)
Kitchen
Game/Reading Room
Very private wooded/open RV Site.

RV Volunteer Site #3 at Charles Pinckney NHS

COMMUNICATIONS
ATT Cell Phone/USB Air Card/Cradlepoint MBR1000 router

Excellent 3g Access

Private Telephone Line Available (Personal Cost)
Directv Satellite Accessible

 

OVERALL EXPERIENCE
No Duty Assignments during the first week of arrival to allow Volunteers time to get acclimated to the area.
Volunteers provided a reciprocal pass, which allows each volunteer and one guest free entrance to 42 Charleston Historic Sites, including Harbor Cruises, Historic Plantations, Museums and Cypress Gardens.
 National Park Service Volunteer Hats and Polo Shirts provided

Volunteers can wear Khaki, Beige, Olive Drab shorts/pants/trousers
Volunteers are recognized with a Dinner Cruise during October.
There is a 20 minute video about Charles Pinckney shown by request.  The number of daily visitors is low which allows time to study area history.  Rangers are appreciative of contributions by Volunteers and provide support and other amenities which ensure Volunteers have a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Charleston  is an exceptionally Friendly and Clean City to visit.  We enjoyed working with the wonderful NPS Staff at the Historic sites.  We had a 2 month commitment, and stayed 3 months.  

#4 Fort Moultrie National Monument

September 1 - November 30, 2010

VISITOR CENTER/MUSEUM/BOOK STORE/INTERPRETER
Minimum Commitment 2 Months
16 Hours per week per person scheduled to work together w/4 hour Shifts over 4 days, with the same 3 consecutive days off each week.   Optional Duty assignments are available for special events.  Volunteers can also provide guided tours of  Fort Moultrie.   Rotating Duty Assignments at the Charles Pinckney Historical Site, Fort Moultrie National Monument, Fort Sumter National Monument


RV SITE AMENITIES
Full Hookup Site w/50 amp service
Picnic Table w/wood deck
1 Washer/Dryer (shared)
Refrigerator/Freezer (shared)
Kitchen
Game/Reading Room
Private Shaded/open RV Sites.

RV Volunteer Site #1/2 at Charles Pinckney NHS

COMMUNICATIONS

ATT Cell Phone/USB Air Card/Cradlepoint MBR 1000 router

Excellent 3g Access

Private Telephone Line Available (personal cost)
Directv Satellite Accessible

OVERALL EXPERIENCE
Volunteers are not assigned duty during the first week of arrival to allow time to get acclimated to the area.

Volunteers provided a reciprocal pass, which allows each volunteer and one guest free entrance to 42 Charleston Historic Sites, including Harbor Cruises.  Volunteer Coordinator is excellent to work with and ensures volunteer schedules can accommodate requests.  The work involves the use of a cash register for entry fees, and a separate cash register for Book Store sales.  An historical Ft Moultrie video is shown every 30 minutes.  Interact with visitors providing historical interpretive information for museum exhibits and Ft Moultrie displays.  Volunteers can participate optionally as Ft Moultrie Interpretive Guides.
Park Service Hats, Polo Shirts provided.
Volunteers can wear Khaki, Beige, Olive Drab shorts/pants/trousers.
The beginning of what appears to be another great experience with the National Park Service.
Volunteers are recognized with a Dinner Cruise during October.    We had a 2 month commitment, and stayed 3 months.
Charleston has been such an exceptional City to visit, and we enjoy working with the great NPS Staff at the Historic sites.

#3 Fort Sumter National Monument

September 1 - November 30, 2010

TOUR BOAT GUIDE/INTERPRETER
Minimum Commitment 2 Months
16 Hours per week per person scheduled to work together w/4 hour Shifts over 4 days, with the same 3 consecutive days off each week. Provide safety, preservation and historic information aboard tour boats departing from Liberty Square or Patriots Point.  Volunteers assist Park Rangers at Fort Sumter.
   Rotating Duty Assignments at the Charles Pinckney Historical Site, Fort Moultrie National Monument, Fort Sumter National Monument

 

RV SITE AMENITIES

Full Hookup Site w/30-50 amp service
Picnic Table w/wood deck
1 Washer/Dryer (shared)
Refrigerator/Freezer (shared)
Kitchen
Game/Reading Room
Very private wooded/open RV Site.

RV Volunteer Site #4 at Charles Pinckney NHS

COMMUNICATIONS

ATT Cell Phone/USB Air Card/Cradlepoint MBR 1000 Router

Excellent 3g Access

Private Telephone Line Available (Personal Cost)
Directv Satellite Accessible

 

OVERALL EXPERIENCE

 Volunteers are not assigned duty during the first week of arrival to allow time to get acclimated to the area.   Charleston is an exceptionally clean and friendly city.  The snack bar aboard the Ferry to Ft. Sumter is available to Volunteers the same as the Boat Crew.
Volunteers are provided a reciprocal pass, which allows each volunteer and one guest free entrance to 42 Charleston Historic Sites;  including Harbor Cruises, Military Museum, South Carolina Aquarium.
National Park Service Volunteer Hats and Polo Shirts provided.
Volunteers can wear Khaki, Beige, Olive Drab shorts/pants/trousers
Volunteers are recognized with a Dinner Cruise during October.
A 20 minute historic narrative is played enroute to Fort Sumter.  Prior to docking at Fort Sumter, Volunteers provide additional information to enhance the safety and enjoyment of visitors to Ft. Sumter.
Spirit Lines has the concession for the Fort Sumter Tour.  The Administrator, Captains and Crew appreciate the contributions of Volunteers. This is a valuable and rewarding historical experience.  We had a 2 month commitment, and stayed 3 months.
Charleston has been such an exceptional City to visit, and we enjoy working with the great NPS Staff and at the Historic sites.

#2 Cape Hatteras National Seashore

April 30 - August 30, 2010

INTERPRETER

Minimum Commitment 6 Weeks
4x8 Hour Days w/3 consecutive days off weekly

Rotating Duty Assignments at the Museum, Visitor Center, Lighthouse (top/base), Roving Interpreter, Resource Cart (Sea Turtles/Birds/Other)
Single or Couple each work 32 hours per week, at different assignments with the same days off scheduled.  One person is allowed to work the 32 hours required.

RV SITE AMENITIES

Full Hookup w/50 Amp Service

Private and Spacious Wooded Lot w/picnic table, concrete patio, sidewalk

Laundry Room w/4 Washers/Dryers.

RV Volunteer Site

COMMUNICATIONS

ATT Cell Phone/USB Air Card/Cradlepoint MBR1000 router

Excellent 3g Access
Directv Satellite Accessible

OVERALL EXPERIENCE

Park Rangers are excellent to work with, and appreciate the service provided by Volunteers. National Park Service Volunteer Hats and Khaki Shirts are provided. Volunteers can wear Khaki shorts, and/or trousers/pants.

This has been one of the most positive and memorable highlights of my life. Volunteers are allowed to be creative and flexible in presenting informal interpretations to park visitors during rotating assignments.

I recommend Volunteer Service at the Cape Hatteras National Seashore without hesitation.

An experience of a Lifetime.

We had a 6 week commitment - stayed 4 months!

#1 USACOE Eagle Rock Park

November 1, 2000 - March 1, 2001

OFF-SEASON CAMPGROUND SECURITY
There were no minimum hours required to be reported, or reports to submit.   All facilities were closed and locked.  Visitors could dry camp over night without cost.  Volunteers are On-site to prevent vandalism.

RV SITE AMENITIES

1 RV Volunteer Site with Full Hookups, with 30 amp service, fire ring, storage building.

COMMUNICATIONS

Landline Telephone Hookup at personal expense.

OVERALL EXPERIENCE

This was an experience - the folks with the COE were excellent. They delivered firewood to our site. It turned out to be one of the coldest Missouri winters ever. We had our boat in a slip at the Marina, and made numerous trips on Table Rock Lake to the local Pizza Hut, which had a dock on the lake.....we quit going to the Pizza Hut by water when Table Rock Lake froze over.....The boat was frozen in the Marina. At the first thaw, we hauled the boat out and headed to Palacios, TX. We made numerous trips to Eureka, AR, which is a quaint artsy town, with some nice restaurants and window shopping. We would go back to the COE in Missouri, but just not in the Winter.

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