Trail Steward: Ridgerunner (GA) with Free Housing

Appalachian Trail Conservancy; United States; Presencial; USD 26.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Free housing on-site

Seasonal employment

Competitive hourly wage

Descripción de la vacante

Appalachian Trail Conservancy seeks Ridgerunners to educate the public about the Appalachian Trail and ATC policies, encourage responsible backcountry behavior, and promote volunteerism during day hikes and overnight site patrols.

They will hike sections of the A.T., assist visitors with rules, maintain facilities, respond to emergencies when possible, and complete daily and weekly reports while carrying gear in rugged terrain.

Formación

• Commitment to Trail and resource protection efforts.
• Proven ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate with individuals and groups.
• Strong backpacking and outdoor experience.
• Experience in working with volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels.
• Ability to hike up to 10 miles per day in steep, mountainous terrain.
• Leave No Trace Trainer or Master Educator desirable, but training provided.
• Current First-Aid and CPR certification (Wilderness First-Aid certification is preferable) training can be provided.
• Previous A.T. volunteer experience is a preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Meet and greet the public and educate them about the A.T., the ATC, local Trail Clubs, local land agencies and Leave No Trace practices.
• Advise visitors on rules and regulations pertinent to the A.T. in the Smokies, including general backcountry and thru-hiker permits, proper food storage, and when relevant, parking tag requirements.
• Perform minor Trail maintenance which includes but not limited to, picking up litter on the Trail, overnight sites, and at Trailhead parking areas.
• Assist with privy maintenance as needed.
• Assist visitors, and when necessary and able, aid in emergency response incidents.
• Report unsafe conditions, misuse, and abuse of the A.T. and its overnight facilities.
• Maintain regular contact with field supervisors, Club volunteers, agency partners, and local officials.
• Complete a summary report at the end of each work period and attend a weekly debrief call with supervisors and partners.
• Regularly traverse steep and uneven terrain in all weather conditions, traveling upwards of 15 miles daily, while carrying approximately 30 pounds.

Conocimientos

Trail protection

Independent work

Public speaking

Communication

Backpacking experience

Volunteer coordination

Hiking ability

Safety awareness

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Office 365

ESRI GIS

NPS database

Google applications

Descripción del empleo

Appalachian Trail Conservancy seeks Ridgerunners to educate the public about the Appalachian Trail and ATC policies, encourage responsible backcountry behavior, and promote volunteerism during day hikes and overnight site patrols.

They will hike sections of the A.T., assist visitors with rules, maintain facilities, respond to emergencies when possible, and complete daily and weekly reports while carrying gear in rugged terrain.