Volunteer

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Volunteering is an American tradition that has made an immeasurable contribution to communities, organizations, and individuals throughout the country. Today's volunteers are active, dynamic, creative individuals who possess the skills, desire, patience, and time to accomplish a wide variety of tasks.

Volunteers-In-Parks are Very Important People (VIPs)! VIPs come from all over the country to help preserve and protect America's natural and cultural heritage for the enjoyment of this and future generations. Volunteers of all ages give of their time and expertise to help achieve the National Park Service mission.

Please consider volunteering your time and talent at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. You will enjoy putting your skills to work in this beautiful setting, and you will meet many other fine people who have similar interests.

We are grateful for the generosity and dedication of so many volunteers who contribute their time and skills to making Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore the beautiful, educational destination that it is today.

 

Volunteer working at the Au Sable Lighthouse

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What Do Volunteers Do?

Campground Host at Hurricane River and Twelvemile Beach Campgrounds

Are you interested in staying on the rugged and scenic Lake Superior shoreline? Are you a full time RV-er or maybe looking for a summer adventure? Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore would like to talk to you about volunteer campground host opportunities.

Volunteer campground hosts work 5 days per week, a minimum of 20 hours per week, staying in a designated campsite at Twelvemile Beach Campground or Hurricane River Campground. All park campgrounds are rustic with vault toilets and central water spigots. A small solar panel is provided to assist in charging batteries.

Hosts assist fellow campers with information and registration as well as providing visitor use information to park staff. Hosts do not handle any money, and do not clean restrooms. Hosts should plan on working in all types of weather conditions and during weekends and holidays.

Au Sable Light Station interpretation and museum staffing

Ever dreamed of living in a lighthouse? The Au Sable Light Station needs summer volunteers!

Volunteers help the park provide tours for 1,200 - 1,500 visitors a summer and operate the information center and small maritime museum.

The lead seasonal park ranger/interpreter works with the volunteer regarding training, information sources, etc. There must be two volunteers and housing is shared. Volunteers must be available for an entire month of the summer (June, July, August, or September).

 

When Can We Volunteer?

Most volunteer activity occurs from May through October.

 

Current Volunteer Opportunities

 

How Long May I Volunteer?
Your contribution depends on the type of work and the time you have to offer. Scout groups often complete one or two day work projects as they hike the park's segment of the North Country National Scenic Trail. Organized volunteer trail crews from universities or other organizations normally work a week or more in the park. Campground hosts are asked to sign up for a minimum four week stay.

Volunteers are provided a VIP uniform and protective gear if required. Housing may be available for long-term volunteers.

 

How Do I Become A VIP?
Look and apply for volunteer opportunities at www.volunteer.gov. Or send your resume, interests, and availability dates to the Volunteer Coordinator:

Volunteer Program Coordinator
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
P.O. Box 40
Munising, MI 49862
[e-mail]

 

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