9CN: Bagley Rapids Campground Host

Bagley Rapids campground is in need of a camp host for the summer of 2016.

The Lakewood/Laona Ranger District of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is located in northeast Wisconsin and Bagley Rapids is in the county of Oconto, and the nearby town of Mountain, WI.

Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at this “recreation district.”

If you enjoy listening to the soothing sound of flowing water, you will appreciate this campground. About one-third of the 30 campsites are located adjacent to the Oconto River. Trout fishing, berry picking, rafting, canoeing, and kayaking, and sightseeing can all be done in or near this campground. Weekends bring the most campers, with only moderate use occurring during the week. So come and relax among the pines and enjoy the sound and beauty of Bagley Rapids Campground. The Green Lake picnic and swim area and a boat landing are directly across Highway 32. NOTE: A separate fee is required at Green Lake for using that facility.

Bagley Rapids campground is located on the southeast side of the Oconto River. Much wildlife can be viewed from the shores of the river.

There are 30 campsites available at Bagley Rapids. Sites can be used for tents and RV camping. Each site has a campfire ring and a picnic table. Vault toilets and a solar pressurized water system and a hand pump are available in the campground. The campground has trash collection and a recycling area.

Fuel, fishing supplies, firewood, ice, and restaurants are within 10 miles of this campground, in the town of Mountain.

General duties of a campground host include:

• Campground hosts will serve as the first contact many campers will have with the Forest Service. The experience should leave campers with a positive attitude.
• Campground hosts must be identifiable, visible, and a positive representative of the Forest service.  Maintain a groomed appearance, greet visitors and provide information, and display a courteous and helpful demeanor when rendering assistance to visitor questions.  Host campsite will be tidy and welcoming to visitors.
• Campground hosts will serve as an important link to the Forest Service Recreation staff. 
• Clean and resupply 5 vault bathrooms daily.  On busy weekends the bathrooms will be checked twice a day. 
• Campsites and fire rings will be cleaned after a campsite is vacated.
• The beach and boat landing area will be checked daily.
• Some light maintenance will be required as needed.
• Campground hosts will be asked to assist visitors during any severe inclement weather related emergencies.
• Encourage visitors to “do the right things” by following all Forest Service rules and regulations.
• Campground hosts do NOT do any collections or compliance in the campgrounds.
• They do not enforce any of the Forest Service rules and regulations. 
• All supplies will be furnished by the Forest Service.

Time commitment:
We ask for at least a one month commitment, or as long as a full season.  Season is May 1, to Dec. 1st. Hosts will be expected to work a minimum of 25-30 hours a week. This includes Saturdays, and Sundays and Holidays. Work weeks will revolve around the busy weekends.  Being on the host site for the busy weekends is a must.

Requirements:

• Hosts are to be neat in appearance when working with visitors.
• Have adequate housing for extended periods of time.
• Hosts should be in good physical condition and able to walk the campground several times a day.
• All host work is performed in a variety of weather conditions including rain, humidity and heat, and varying temperatures.
• Hosts are provided with a free campsite.