9CN: Lost Lake Campground Host

Lost Lake is located on the north shore of Lost Lake in a maple, aspen, and white pine forest. The clear 86 acre Lost Lake is stocked with brown trout, rainbow trout, and smallmouth bass. The campground has a sandy swim beach, picnic area, and boat landing. No motors are permitted on Lost Lake. The Assessor's Nature Trail, which passes through a 150 year old hemlock and white pine stand, is located adjacent to the campground. The 3.3 mile long Ridge Trail is also accessed from the trailhead adjacent to the campground. This trail links Lost Lake to Chipmunk Rapids Campground and the Lauterman National Recreation Trail.

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.
• Greet visitors, provide information, and display a courteous and helpful demeanor when rendering assistance to visitor questions. 
• Campground hosts will serve as an important link to the Forest Service Recreation staff. 
• Clean and resupply 5 vault bathrooms daily.  On busy weekends, host will check the bathrooms twice a day. 
• Campsites and fire rings will be cleaned after a campsite is vacated.
• Check the boat landing area daily.
• Perform some light maintenance as needed.
• Assist visitors during any severe weather-related emergencies.
• Encourage visitors to “do the right things” by following all Forest Service rules and local regulations.
• Campground hosts are not responsible for collecting recreation fees.
• Hosts will report any violations to their principal agency contact who will have the authority to enforce regulations.

Time commitment:

We ask for at least a one month commitment, or as long as a full season.  Season is early-May through mid-October 10th. Hosts will be expected to serve a minimum of 25-30 hours a week. This includes Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Service needs will revolve around the busy weekends.  Being on the host site for the busy weekends is a must.

Requirements:

• Be identifiable, visible, and be a positive representative of the Forest Service.  Maintain a groomed appearance when communicating with visitors.
• Host campsite will be tidy and welcoming to visitors.
• Have adequate housing for extended periods of time.
• Be in good physical condition and able to walk the campground several times a day.                                     

All host duties are performed in a variety of weather conditions including rain, humidity and heat, and varying temperatures.

Hosts are provided with a free campsite. Lost Lake host site offers an electrical hook-up and water is nearby, but there is no dump station. Site accommodates camping units up to 40 feet in length.