Organization
National Park Service

Park WATCH Volunteer

Duration
Recruiting now
Location
Vicksburg, MS

Opportunity Details

Ongoing

In-Person

Recruiting now

Vicksburg, MS 39183

About this Opportunity

Position Description: This position is intended to help park Law Enforcement keep eyes and ears on the park’s road and trail system.  Volunteers will be asked to clean up pieces of trash throughout the park, inform visitors of safety rules and precautions, and help visitors in need of first aid or directional assistance.  Local applicants, and folks who regularly use the park, are encouraged to apply!

Qualifications: While the position is open to anyone, we would recommend that you can communicate effectively with strangers.  Knowledge of First Aid is also recommended.

Suitability: Adults, Walkers, Runners, Bicyclists, Outdoors Lovers

Opportunity Timeframe: This opportunity will be open throughout the year.

Hours: No minimum level of hours required, though ability to work some weekends would be appreciated during the spring and summer months.

Housing: Housing is not provided for this opportunity; we suggest that local applicants, and people who are frequently in and around the park, apply.

Contact:  Walt Young, Community Volunteer Ambassador:

Phone: (601) 636-0583 ext. 2970 

Email[email protected]

 

Issue area

  • Environment