Seasonal Smokies Ridgerunner: Trail Educator & Steward

Appalachian Trail; Tennessee; Ibrido; USD 26.000 - 29.000; Tempo pieno

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Sick time: 1 hour per 30 hours

Field food stipend

Free housing near Gatlinburg

Mileage reimbursement

Descrizione del lavoro

Appalachian Trail Conservancy is seeking Seasonal Ridgerunners for the Great Smoky Mountains. Ridgerunners hike specified sections during the day and camp at high-use sites, educating hikers about the AT, ATC, and rules.

They promote volunteerism and support club affiliates while maintaining safety and compliance. Candidates must demonstrate maturity, initiative and strong outdoor skills, including long daytime hikes, backcountry living, and teamwork with volunteers.

Competenze

• Commitment to Trail and resource protection required.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills with individuals and groups.
• Extensive backpacking and outdoor experience.
• Experience working with volunteers of all ages/backgrounds.
• Ability to hike up to 10 miles per day in mountainous terrain.
• Basic knowledge of Long Trail/Appalachian Trail system preferred.
• Leave No Trace training desired; training provided.
• Current First-Aid and CPR certification (Wilderness First-Aid preferred) training can be provided.
• Previous AT volunteer experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Meet and greet the public and educate about the A.T., ATC, trail clubs, land agencies, Leave No Trace.
• Advise visitors on A.T. rules, permits, food storage, parking tag requirements.
• Perform minor Trail maintenance and pick up litter at sites and trailheads.
• Assist with privy maintenance as needed.
• Assist visitors and aid in emergency response when needed.
• Report unsafe conditions and misuse of the A.T. and facilities.
• Maintain contact with field supervisors, volunteers, and partners.
• Complete a summary report and attend weekly debrief calls.
• Traverse steep/uneven terrain daily, carrying ~30 pounds for long hikes.

Conoscenze

Trail protection

Independent work

Communication skills

Backpacking

Volunteer coordination

10 miles per day

Trail system knowledge

Leave No Trace

First-Aid/CPR

ATC volunteer

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Office 365

ESRI GIS

NPS database

Google applications

Descrizione del lavoro

Appalachian Trail Conservancy is seeking Seasonal Ridgerunners for the Great Smoky Mountains. Ridgerunners hike specified sections during the day and camp at high-use sites, educating hikers about the AT, ATC, and rules.

They promote volunteerism and support club affiliates while maintaining safety and compliance. Candidates must demonstrate maturity, initiative and strong outdoor skills, including long daytime hikes, backcountry living, and teamwork with volunteers.