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The camp host work-camper volunteer links, the caretaker links - Receive rent free accommodations for keeping homes secure while owners are away. This is an opportunity that took me by surprise, and it is more than just an opportunity. Thousands of homeowners are looking for responsible people world wide to help protect their homes. Click here for instant registration Housesitters - Read More Caretakers Click Here The state park camp host volunteer links that have proven to be of interest to the recreational vehicle owner and the camping community are listed on the bottom half of this page. Once there you will find the major national, state, county, city, and federal government contact volunteer applications. The following is the list of links to the industry publications, interesting newsletters, and private solicitations for the work camper, camp host volunteer and workkamper.
2008-09 AVAILABLE CAMP HOST OPENINGS TODAY
The majority of the positions offered are Camp Host positions. These jobs are normally scheduled for 20 to 30 hours per week during the summer months. CLM Services' pay is above minimum wage in most locations and is extremely competitive within the industry. Camp sites are provided with almost all Camp Host positions. Most have partial hook ups (such as water and sewer) but only a few have electricity.
The Workamper is a publication that has it all for the working camp host. Simply put "the best source we've found.
Alot of jobs and stuff for the camp host. This site provides a lot of good information about camp hosting situations. - Workers On Wheels - RV jobs and resources for working RVers, work campers (workcampers), full-time RVers, nomads, RV vacation travelers, RV campers, and others interested in recreational vehicle life, RV travel, camp jobs, and working on the road. RV workers make money while RVing!
Cool Works is all about you finding a seasonal job or career in some of the greatest places on Earth. Get a summer job in Yellowstone, Yosemite, or another national park wonder.
Western specialists with rather unique opportunities for the Camp Host Community. Recreation Resource Management is a private company that operates campgrounds and other recreational facilities in National Forests and state parks under long term concession agreements. They have over 175 sites in 11 states, and this site is designed to help you find the right location for your vacation.
SummerJobs.com offers summer jobs and seasonal staff positions with camps, resorts, national parks, hotels, environmental organizations and more.
Northwestern area specialists with opportunities for the Workamper Group.
Florida State Parks Break Annual Attendance Record
19.5 million people visit state parks in Fiscal-Year 2006-07
- Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Michael W. Sole
Camp Host Member Tip:
Sending your resume with your first inquiry might not help but, it can't hurt. Not mentioning being a single would not work in your favor. It's misleading, and they're going to find out anyhow. Unfortunately for singles, many employers like to use couples as an economy move, since they are providing a site and utilities to two employees instead of one. Conversely, there seem to be many employers who do not mind hiring singles... or at least the ads often say "individual or couple". Most employers will expect whomever they hire to work a complete season, as mid-season replacements are inconvenient and often difficult to find. Don't let your experience to this point discourage you. If you persevere you will find your niche. Some of the key things in getting that first camp host position are flexibility (about the type of job and location), a good resume with photos of you and your rig, and a very positive attitude in any and all communications with employers.
- Volunteer Canada National Parks
For foreign applicants to be considered for a volunteer position, you must first fill out a questionnaire which you can obtain by writing to: Co-ordinator Parks Canada National Volunteer Program 25 Eddy Street, 6th Floor (25-6-Y) Hull, Quebec Canada K1A 0M5 The questionnaire must be returned to the same address. Or, you can request the questionnaire via e-mail: volunteer.coordinator@pc.gc.ca.
Our job is to provide campers campground hosts, campground employers, property managers and park owners with an overview of helpful resources available to them and the rest of the camping and recreational vehicle group. Please allow us to serve as your guide into the world of camp hosting. Warning! this site contains a huge amount of information and the camper should not attempt to digest it all in one visit. Please feel free to camp-out and bookmark this site. Camp Host US does not charge a fee for anything on this site, however there are a number of links outside this site that do sell products or charge fees to join. Some of these sites we are affiliated with and some we are not. Many of the ads however do contribute to the operating costs involved in maintaining this site and providing for the free services that are provided to our campers.
Attention camp ground managers and rv park owners, the following message is from The USA Freedom Corps
Dear Bill, On behalf of USA Freedom Corps, thank you for contacting us. USA Freedom Corps has an online database that allows organizations to post information on their organization's volunteer opportunities, aiding individuals who are searching for volunteer opportunities. Please follow the directions below to list volunteer opportunities on our database. Visit our website at www.volunteer.gov and click on the link on the left side of the page, titled "Recruit Volunteers - Join the Volunteer Network." This web page will give you directions on how to post your volunteer opportunity. If you have any further questions, please call us directly at 1-877-USA-CORPS. Sincerely, USA Freedom Corps.
FRIENDS GROUPS The Federal land management agencies work in partnership with a wide variety of groups and individuals to protect America%u2019s natural and cultural resources. Many national parks, forests, wildlife refuges and other facilities have established partnerships with "Friends Groups" of dedicated citizens. These Friends Groups volunteer their time and expertise to support the programs and resources of these facilities. 
Camp Host Volunteers Apply Direct With Online Express pdf.file ext. Applications
- Florida State Parks Volunteer and Partnerships Click the following links to download the following form in Microsoft Excel format, Volunteer Application Side One and Volunteer Application Side Two, or fill out the form below and your application will be emailed to the appropriate person. Thank you for volunteering! Read about the Florida State Park Volunteer Program Volunteer Application
- Alaska State Parks Alaska State Parks depends on volunteers to help manage and maintain our parks. Volunteers provide services that would not otherwise be offered. In turn, volunteers receive valuable training and experience for their service. There are several facets to the VIP program. Perhaps one of them is for you!
- California Contacts
- Volunteer at a County Park in San Diego!
- Patrick's Point State Park located in Calif.- Occasional openings - Patrick's Point SP is located on the coastal headlands 30 miles north of Eureka. Duties may include assisting with entrance station operation or interpretive programs, working the visitor center, answering questions and selling firewood from your campsite, and occasional housekeeping duties. Duties vary by season and park needs. Park provides a 30 foot camp host space in a campground with water, sewer and electric hook ups. Contact Jim Baird at (707) 677-3132 x 13 or by email at jbaird@parks.ca.gov.
- Hosts are needed year round in this beautiful redwood campground situated between Santa Cruz and San Francisco. Duties include campground registration/visitor assistance and light maintenance tasks. Hook-ups are provided and the host site can accommodate a 37' RV. Please contact Michael Grant at (650) 879-2044 or by e-mail at Butanosp@yahoo.com.
- California's Caswell Memorial State Park Campground hosts are needed from May-October in this 64 campsite park located along the Stanislaus River near Ripon. Two sites are available: 1. Full hook-ups, picnic table and fire ring. 20 hours a week. Duties include assisting staff with fee collection, camp checks, providing public information and firewood sales. 2. Water and electrical hook-up, picnic table and fire ring. 15 hours a week. Duties include assisting maintenance staff with cleaning restrooms, fire rings, trash pickup and recycling program. Must be able to lift 25 lbs. Please contact Terri Jensen at (209) 599-3810 or email tjens@parks.ca.gov.
- California-El Capit%uFFFDn State Beach The beach needs Maintenance Hosts and Camp Hosts (kiosk/camp check). The park has four Host sites to fill. Duties include assisting staff with fee collection, public information, and maintenance. Hosts usual stay is three to six months. Please contact Daniel Gant at (805) 968-3852 or email dgant@parks.ca.gov.
- Angel Island State Park (Availability year-round) Located in the San Francisco bay area. Must have a boat suitable for living aboard; a docking ship will be provided. Duties include greeting visitors and providing assistance and information, fee collections and general maintenance. Send applications to: PO Box 318, Tiburon, CA 94920 or call (415) 435-5390 for more information.
- Colorado State ParksVolunteers help the parks by providing ongoing and outstanding customer service, educational programs, and resource maintenance and stewardship.
- Idaho State Parks
- Q: How can I become a campground host at a Maine State Park? A: Contact the
- Maine Volunteers in Parks Coordinator Gloria Allen via e-mail
or call her at (207) 624-6080.
- Montana State ParksThe Parks Division of Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking volunteers to staff some of Montana's State Parks and Fishing Access Sites. If you, or anyone you know, are interested in volunteering your time at one of the sites listed below, please contact the Parks Division office located nearest you or call Montana State Parks Helena office at (406) 444-3750. Download the State Park volunteer application form (PDF).
- Texas State Parks---Camp Host Volunteers are needed at almost all the State Parks of Texas enter application here!
- Nebraska State Parks
- CAMPGROUND HOST PROGRAM If you enjoy the benefits of extended camping experiences in Nebraska's state park areas and enjoy sharing your experiences with those around you, you are invited to check out the Game and Parks Commission's Campground Host Program.
- Nevada State Parks
- New York State Parks
- The Camper Assistance Program (CAP) offers seasoned campers an opportunity to share their expertise and love of the outdoors with other people at campgrounds in parks throughout New York operated by the State's Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
- New Jersey State ParksVolunteer - and help care for our state parks and forests. Volunteer - and discover New Jersey's natural and cultural world. Volunteer - and work to save our state's disappearing history. Volunteer - and protect the state's environment by becoming a steward of its natural resources.
- Ohio State Parks
- Volunteering can be a rewarding experience and doing so at one of 74 state parks in Ohio offers the advantage of being in the great outdoors and the opportunity to get fit naturally.
- Pennsylvania State Parks-Conservation Volunteer
- National Park Contact Information: Valley Forge National Historical Park P. O. Box 953 Valley Forge, 19482-0953 Adopt-A-Park Contacts: Yogi's Helper: volunteer positions open Nature Programs: volunteer positions open Photography: volunteer positions open
- State Parks Need Volunteers Now!
- Camp Host Volunteers Apply Direct With Online Express pdf.file ext. Applications
- Maryland State Parks
- Becoming a Camp Host There are many volunteer opportunities available in Maryland's state parks. Camp Hosts are a valuable part of the Volunteer Program in Maryland state forests and parks.
- Michigan State Parks
- Campground host opportunities are available at state parks and at state forest campgrounds that offer family and group camping facilities.
- Minnesota State Parks
- From May through September, the campground host volunteer serves as a "live in" host at a state park or state forest campground for at least a four-week period. A host's primary responsibility is to assist campers by answering questions and explaining rules that apply to them in a cheerful and helpful manner. Volunteers should be familiar with state park and forest campground rules and the reasoning behind them.
- N.Dakota State Parks
- Retired? Summers free? Consider volunteering to work in a North Dakota State Park as a Campground Host. In exchange for working a one to three month period, hosts receive free, full-service camping for the duration of their stay.
- S.Dakota State Parks
- Join our team! Volunteer in South Dakota state parks!
- Wyoming State Parks Stacy Sprengeler - HR Manager 2301 Central Avenue Cheyenne, WY 82002 307-777-7010 Contact
- Camp Host Volunteers Apply Direct With Online Express pdf.file ext. Applications
- Rhode Island State Parks - Work Camping Jobs- The State of Rhode Island, Department of Environmental Management, Division of Parks and Recreation hires approximately 390 seasonal employees to complement full time staffing in the State's Parks and Beaches. Classification of positions include Lifeguards, Recreational Area Clerks, Seasonal Laborers, Beach Managers and Park Naturalists. Pay ranges from $7.20 an hour for Level I Park Rangers to $13.50 an hour for Surf Beach Managers.
- Tennessee State ParksEach year when the weather turns warm, an influx of campers make their way into our state park campgrounds. In order to make the park experience relaxing and enjoyable for our campers during this busy time, we rely on the assistance of "live in" volunteers called campground hosts.
- Vermont State Parks Have you ever considered volunteering your time in a beautiful setting? If so, then the Vermont State Parks Volunteer Program may be for you. Volunteer service can be arranged at virtually any state park.
- West Virginia State Parks If you love the outdoors, meeting new people and supporting parks, Apply to be a West Virginia State volunteer host.
- Virginia State Parks Become a Virginia State Parks Camp Host or Park Host. It's one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself and Virginia's outdoors. Camp for free for from 30 to 90 days at any of 19 participating parks across the state in exchange for volunteer services.
- Listed below are the Washington State Parks with available camp host openings. Information may change on a daily basis. Detailed park descriptions including pictures are available at Washington State Parks Park Information.
- Follow link: To be considered for a host position, please complete the enclosed Volunteer Application thoroughly and return it to the Volunteer Programs. Once your application is processed, it will be distributed to those parks where you indicated an interest. Please note: You will be contacted by a park ranger IF an opening is available.
- If you are reading this on the website and have not filled out a Volunteer Application, please e-mail volunteers@parks.wa.gov for an application packet.
- Wisconsin State Parks
- Campground hosts set an example by being model campers, practicing good housekeeping, and obeying all rules and regulations. Hosts live in a free campsite at the campground for an extended time and volunteer a few hours a day.
Volunteer Program Nationwide Volunteer Clearinghouse
Learn more about becoming a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Volunteer today! To apply online click here
or phone the Volunteer Clearinghouse Hotline
1-800-VOL-TEER (1-800-865-8337)
Approximately 150 caretaker/housesitting opportunities in each issue. Over 1,000 new assignments are available each year, worldwide! Published Bi-monthly.
