Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks

Alaska’s campground host program falls under the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation who’s mission statement is that it “provides outdoor recreation opportunities and conserves and interprets natural, cultural, and historic resources for the use, enjoyment, and welfare of the people.”

Program Description

Campground hosts in the state of Alaska are expected to perform the following duties:

  1. Be on-site representatives of the state parks
  2. Greet and assist visiting campers
  3. Help park rangers and staff with day to day operations
  4. Light maintenance of campgrounds (assisting park rangers when needed)
  5. Litter pick up
  6. Janitorial duties when needed
  7. Assistance with special project duties when needed 
  8. Enthusiasm in Alaska State Parks and being a model camper!
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Season Information

Camping season in the state of Alaska is generally from the month of May through the month of September. Some parks are a little different and have year-round campgrounds. Campground hosts are asked to work at least 4 to 6 weeks at one post and can stay for the entire season if they would like and the camp’s needs permit it. While volunteering, parks ask that hosts work 30 to 40 hours per week. 

Living Accommodations

This is a volunteer-only position. Campground hosts will receive a special campsite in return for their volunteer hours. Their campsite will have a parking pad, a picnic table, a fire pit, water, latrines, and trash. Some will have electric hook-ups and telephone connections. While this is a volunteer position, if you end up signing up for a longer stay, there may be a Subsistence payment ranging between $100-500. 

State Parks for Camp Hosting Jobs in Alaska

Camp Hosting Alaska State Parks

Northern Region Campground Host Positions:

Rosehip Campground – Chena River State Recreation Area

This campground is located at mile 27 Chena Hot Springs Road, next to the Chena River. It contains 38 campsites with low use on weekdays and moderate use on weekends. Rosehip is one of the many “take out” points for canoeists on the Chena River.

Special Projects: Monitor campground fee program, annual decal sales, and firewood sales. Provide visitor information and assistance. Perform minor campground maintenance, litter pickup, and minor landscaping. Clean restrooms and assist with janitorial maintenance.

Amenities: Dry camp, dump tank, and subsistence payment.

Season: 7-8 weeks minimum, late May to early September.

Preference given for longer commitments. 

Contact: Tom Lesatz

Email: thomas.lesatz@alaska.gov

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Twin Bears Camp

This camp is located at mile 30 Chena Hot Springs Road about 35 miles east of Fairbanks. It is on a small secluded lake within the Chena River State Recreation Area. It includes 13 small cabins and a dining hall and kitchen which makes it perfect for groups to rent out.

Special Projects: Provide visitor information and assistance. Perform minor campground maintenance (simple carpentry, troubleshoot generator and water systems), litter pickup, and minor landscaping. Clean restrooms and assist with janitorial maintenance.

Amenities: Dry camp, RV hookups, and subsistence payment.

Season: Mid-May to mid-September
Contact: Michelle Harpole
Emailmichelle@fairbanksrescuemission.org

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Granite Tors Campground – Chena River

Granite Tors campground has 23 campsites and is located at mile 39.5 Chena Hot Springs Road, along a peaceful stretch of the Chena River. The Campground is dominated by large, old-growth white spruce trees that tower over the campsites.  An active beaver pond can be found adjacent to the parking area along with the popular Granite Tors Trailhead.  The campground and parking area sees moderate use on weekdays and can be quite busy on weekends.  

Special Projects: Monitor the campground fee program, parking area use, annual decal sales, and firewood sales. Provide visitor information and assistance. Perform minor campground maintenance, litter pickup, and minor landscaping. Clean restrooms and assist with janitorial duties.  

Amenities: A rustic cabin was recently moved to this area and is being upgraded for use by summer campground hosts.  The dry (no water) 12’x20’ cabin has a wood stove, refrigerator, two burner propane cooktop, and a small bedroom.  The campground host also receives a subsistence payment.

Season: 7-8 weeks minimum, late May to early September. Preference is given for longer commitments. 

Contact: Tom Lesatz

Email: thomas.lesatz@alaska.gov

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Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Harding Lake State Recreation Area

The recreation area is on the North shoreline of Harding Lake, approximately 45 miles Southeast of Fairbanks on the Richardson Highway. The large campground consists of individual walk-in sites, a 20 vehicle capacity camp-a-lot section, and an additional 20 sites overflow area for self-contained RV units during busy holiday weekends. Harding Lake is a very popular weekend getaway destination for the residents of the Fairbanks area. Recreational boating, fishing, picnicking and beach activities make Harding Lake a busy park during the warm and sunny summer months.

Routine host projects: Monitor campground, boat launch, and fee program, assist with firewood and decal sales, assist campers and day users, maintain visitor use logs, perform minor maintenance, clean and maintain restrooms, assist with the operation of the Harding Lake entrance fee station.

Amenities: Subsistence payment; electricity, phone, sanitation and water hook-up, showers at Harding Lake Ranger Station. Several convenience stores are in the area, and major services are in Fairbanks and North Pole, within 45 miles of the park.

Season: 7-8 weeks minimum, late May to early September. Preference is given for longer commitments.

Contact: Tom Lesatz

Email: thomas.lesatz@alaska.gov

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Salcha River State Recreation Site

Salcha River SRS is located along the Richardson Highway approximately 42 miles southeast of Fairbanks; it is a popular river access point for tourists, fishermen, and riverside property owners. Generally. the weekends are busy, due to the proximity to Fairbanks. Fishing is very popular, especially in July when the King Salmon are running.

The parking lot can accommodate 100 vehicles, including trailers and RVs. A small campground is located at the Salcha River State Recreation Site with a large gravel bar adjacent to the park for additional camping and parking. The Recreation Site’s main feature is the boat launch, which provides the only improved access to the Salcha River. Tables, fire pits, water, and vaulted restrooms are available also for the picnic/day-use area along the river.

Routine host projects: Monitor campground, boat launch, and fee program, annual decal sales, assist campers and day users, maintain visitor use logs, perform minor maintenance, clean and maintain restrooms, may assist with the Harding Lake entrance fee station.

Amenities: Subsistence payment, rustic cabin on the river, showers at Harding Lake Ranger Station (approximately 3 miles away). Convenience stores in the area, and major services in Fairbanks and North Pole, within 45 miles of the park.

Season: 7-8 weeks minimum, late May to early September. Preference is given for longer commitments.

Contact: Tom Lesatz

Email: thomas.lesatz@alaska.gov

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Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Birch Lake State Recreation Area

This recreation site is located approximately 60 miles southeast of Fairbanks along the Richardson Highway at Mile Post 306. The Birch Lake facility includes a double-wide boat launch, swim beach, day-use/picnic area, 17 pull-in parking spaces, and 5 tent campsites. Boating, fishing, picnicking and beach activities are popular at this site.

Routine host projects: Monitor campground, boat launch, and fee program, annual decal sales, assist campers and day users, maintain visitor use logs, perform minor maintenance, clean and maintain restrooms, and may assist with landscaping needs.

Site Amenities: Subsistence payment, propane, rustic cabin, showers at Harding Lake Ranger Station (approximately 15 miles away), convenience stores within 10-15 miles, and major services in Fairbanks, North Pole, and Delta Junction, within 45 miles.

Season: 7-8 weeks minimum, late May to early September. Preference is given for longer commitments.

Contact: Tom Lesatz

Email: thomas.lesatz@alaska.gov

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Lower Chatanika State Recreation Area

The Lower Chatanika State Recreation Area includes Olnes Pond and Whitefish, which are located at approximately 10.5 and 11 miles of the Elliot highway north of Fairbanks. Combined, this is a 400-acre recreation area with fishing access, camping, picnicking, boating, and ATV recreation. This is a very popular location for locals given its proximity to Fairbanks. Recreational boating, fishing, camping, and ATV activities make Lower Chat (especially Olnes) a busy park during the summer months.

Routine host duties/responsibilities: monitor campground; boat launch and fee program, assist with firewood sales, assist campers and day users, maintain campground (trash pickup, cleaning latrines, firepits), and maintain visitor logs. 

Amenities: subsistence payment. Hosts are required to have a motor home and transportation. No site amenities are provided. Season: 7-8 weeks minimum, mid/late May through mid-September. Preference is given for longer commitments.

Contact: Tom Lesatz

Email: thomas.lesatz@alaska.gov

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Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge

This 2000-acre state refuge is only 3 miles from downtown Fairbanks. The pastoral setting is popular with locals and visitors. The weather is often warm and sunny. A dairy farm from 1910 to 1966, Creamer’s is now a refuge managed by the Alaska State Department of Fish and Game. A variety of habitats support a diversity of plant and animal communities. Farm roads and trails lead from dairy buildings to fields, wetlands, and forests.

Duties: Staff the Farmhouse Visitor Center, greet visitors to the refuge, sell gift shop items, and maintain visitor use logs, grounds keeping, some maintenance, and minor litter pickup/janitorial. Hosts may assist with the interpretive programs depending on experience. 

Amenities: Private parking for RV with full “hook-up”: electricity, water, telephone, and sewer. Private shower is within a pleasant walking distance.

Duty Periods: Six weeks of long weekends only (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday): mid-May to late June, or late June to early August, or early August to mid-September.

Contact: Mark D. Ross, Alaska Dept. of Fish & Game

Creamer’s Field

1300 College Rd.

Fairbanks, AK 99701

Ph: 907-459-7301

Fax: 907-451-9723

Email: mark.ross@alaska.gov

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Chena River State Recreation Site

Chena River State Recreation Site is located on the Chena River in the Heart of Fairbanks. The campground hosts 61 secluded forested sites on the Chena River. The sites consist of walk-in tent sites, vehicle capacity tent/RV sites, and water/electric hook-up full-size RV sites. Chena River State Recreation Site is very popular among tourists and locals with its’ tranquil setting and close proximity to shopping and local attractions.

Chena River State Recreation Site provides easy access to the Chena River with its’ modern improved boat launch. There is also a nature trail, day-use picnic area with tables and BBQ pits, a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, and a covered pavilion. The covered pavilion is available for rent. In addition, there are BBQ and fire pits at each campsite.

There are four separate restroom buildings, separated women’s and men’s, and all equipped with flushing toilets and running water. Free Wifi throughout the park, a visitor’s cabin, a water fillup area, and a dump station are provided.

Routine: Monitor campground including boat launch and pavilion areas, assist in firewood sales, and monitor campground fee station, which consists of a self check-in and pay station. Litter pick up and light janitorial.

Amenities: Subsistence payment. Cabin with office and fully equipped restroom. The front part of the cabin is open to campers for coffee, book exchange, and general information.

Season: May 15 – September 15. 8 weeks minimum, full season preferred

Contact: Tom Lesatz

email: thomas.lesatz@alaska.gov

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Mat-Su/Copper Basin Region Campground Host Positions :

Byers Lake Campground – Denali State Park

This quiet, family oriented, the 73-site campground is nestled on Byers Lake at the foot of Kesugi Ridge. The area offers spectacular views of Denali. It is located 147 miles north of Anchorage and 90 miles from Denali National Park entrance. The lake is a popular destination, known for its fishing, canoeing, and hiking.  An RV is required. Dump station hookup only at host site, water available nearby.

Special Projects: Visitor information and daily visitor counts, monitoring fee compliance, campground maintenance, and assisting in trail projects.

Amenities: Subsistence payment. Centralized facility with laundry, and showers.  

Season: 6 weeks minimum, Late May – early September, prefer 2 months or more commitment.

Contact: Ranger Chris Love

email: chris.love@alaska.gov

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Kesugi Ken Campground – Denali State Park

This campground opened in the Summer of 2017 and facilities include a ranger station, 32 RV campsites, 10 tent campsites, a group campsite, two public-use cabins, a new hiking trail to alpine areas plus a network of trails for a range of abilities, and an interpretive center. Spectacular views of Denali. The facility is located 135.4 miles North of Anchorage along the George Parks Highway. An RV is required.

Special Projects: Visitor information and daily visitor counts, monitoring fee compliance, campground maintenance, and light janitorial.

Amenities: Subsistence payment. Centralized facility with laundry, and showers. The RV Host site has full hook-ups, including water, electricity, and sewer.

Season: 6 weeks minimum, Late May – early September, prefer 2 months or more commitment.

Contact: Ranger Chris Love

email: chris.love@alaska.gov

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Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Nancy Lake State Recreation Site

This smaller, 30-site campground is on the northeast shore of Nancy Lake, a popular fishing and boating area in the community of Willow (67 miles from Anchorage, 30 miles north of Wasilla). Nancy Lake campground also has a picnic area and a boat launch.

Special Projects: Firewood and decal sales, and assisting with campground maintenance.

Amenities: Subsistence payment. Electric RV hookup, phone (hard line), and the use of Nancy Lake Office facilities.

Season: 6 weeks minimum, 5/15 – 9/6

Contact: Ranger Andrew McElvain

email: andrew.mcelvain@alaska.gov 

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area

This popular state park located west of Palmer at milepost 36.4 of the Glenn Highway, is known for great fishing, hiking, biking, and camping.

Special Projects: Firewood and decal sales, and assisting with campground and day-use operations and maintenance.

Amenities: Subsistence payment. No electricity, water, or septic on site.

Season: 6 weeks minimum, 5/15 – 9/15

Contact: Dan Amyot

Phone: 907-745-8941

email: dan.amyot@alaska.gov

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Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Finger Lake State Recreation Site

This 24-site campground is located on the northeast shore of Finger Lake, a popular fishing and boating area located at 7278 East Bogard Road between Palmer and Wasilla. Finger Lake Campground also has two small group campsites, a picnic area, and a boat launch.

Special Projects: Firewood and decal sales, and assisting with campground and day-use operations and maintenance.

Amenities: Subsistence payment. Electric RV hookup, dump station.

Season: 6 weeks minimum, 5/15 – 9/15

Contact: Dan Amyot

Phone: 907-745-8941

email: dan.amyot@alaska.gov

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: South Rolly Lake Campground – Nancy Lake State Recreation Area (2 positions)

This quiet campground is the largest in the state system and is spread over beautiful forested hills. The lake is restricted to electric trolling motors and non-powered boats only. The popular Red Shirt Lake hiking trail is nearby.  The campground is located at the end of the 6 mile Nancy Lake Parkway, in the community of Willow, 67 miles from Anchorage, 30 miles north of Wasilla.  Several lakes are accessible from the Parkway, as is the canoe trail system.

Special Projects: Firewood and decal sales, and assisting with campground maintenance.

Amenities: Subsistence payment and the use of Nancy Lake Office facilities.

Season: 6 week minimum, 5/15 – 9/6

Contact: Ranger Andrew McElvain

email: andrew.mcelvain@alaska.gov 

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Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Willow Creek State Recreation Area

This large, paved campground is a popular salmon fishing spot near the confluence of Willow Creek and the Susitna River. The mouth of Willow Creek is known for excellent King salmon fishing, as well as other fish species. It is located in the community of Willow, 70 miles north of Anchorage, 33 miles north of Wasilla.

Special Projects: Firewood and decal sales, visitor contact, campground maintenance, light janitorial, and assisting with staffing entrance station on peak use weekends.

Amenities: Subsistence payment and the use of Nancy Lake Office facilities.

Season: 8 weeks minimum, as long as 5/15 – 9/6

Contact: Ranger Andrew McElvain

email: andrew.mcelvain@alaska.gov 

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Palmer Hay Flats State Game Refuge (2 host positions)

This 32,000-acre state wildlife refuge protects a variety of wildlife habitats including coastal and freshwater wetlands, tidal sloughs and mudflats, lakes and streams, as well as upland birch forests in upper Cook Inlet. The refuge is located near the community of Wasilla about 25 miles northeast of Anchorage.

During spring, tens of thousands of migrating ducks, geese, swans, and shorebirds stop in the refuge during their migration to northern nesting grounds, many of which remain in the refuge for the summer to nest and raise their young. Over 160 species of birds have been documented in the refuge. Moose, black bears, coyotes, red foxes, beavers, muskrats, bald eagles, and salmon are common in the refuge. Popular activities include sport fishing, canoeing, bird watching, bird dog (retriever) training, waterfowl hunting, and hiking.

These host positions are stationed at two popular access points: Cottonwood Creek (on the west edge of the refuge) and Reflections Lake (on the east edge of the refuge off the Glenn Highway National Scenic Byway). 

Duties: Overall supervision of visitor use at refuge access points. Greet visitors in an informal setting, provide information and answer questions, and light maintenance.

Amenities: RV/Trailer host site (volunteer must provide own RV or camper), freshwater holding tank, subsistence reimbursement (with receipts) up to $575/month, electrical generator, cooking and heating fuel, uniform, and cell phone are provided. Public vault toilets are available at each site. All amenities are available in Wasilla (7 miles from Cottonwood Creek, 11 miles from Reflections Lake).  

Season: Cottonwood Creek: July through August; Reflections Lake: June through August.

Contact: Joe Meehan

Alaska Department of Fish and Game 

333 Raspberry Road

Anchorage, AK 99518

phone: (907) 267-2281

fax: (907) 267-2344

email: joe.meehan@alaska.gov

website: http://www.adfg.alaska.gov.

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Chugach Region

CHUGACH STATE PARK

The following host positions are all located within Chugach State Park. The half million acres of Chugach are mostly wilderness with rugged mountains, sweeping glaciers, and abundant wildlife. The park is next door to Anchorage and offers a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities.

Job duties: Summer: Provides visitor information, daily visit counts, light maintenance, and park watch. This position is recommended for individuals highly active with trail patrol and maintenance. Need to possess a high interest in public contact. Candidate should have a strong interest in hiking and biking. The position offers great outdoor opportunities and physical exercise for the recreation-minded person.

Winter: Facility is closed in winter.

Allowance/Housing: Two bedroom cabin, phone, electricity, water, and dump.No pets permitted in state park housing or vehicles.

Time Commitment: Summer: 5 months, 5/1 – 9/30 Winter: 10/1 to 4/30

Send Application to: Superintendent Ben Corwin

Alaska State Parks – Chugach

18620 Seward Hwy.

Anchorage, AK 99516

Phone: (907) 345-5014

Email: ben.corwin@alaska.gov

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Anchorage Hillside

The Anchorage Hillside Host is responsible for providing basic services at four popular Chugach State Park trailheads: Glen Alps, Upper O’Malley, Upper Huffman, and Prospect Heights. Glen Alps trailhead offers excellent access to alpine areas including the popular Flattop Mountain. Common activities in the area include wildlife viewing, hiking, dog walking, climbing, berry picking, and biking.

Job Duties: Summer Season: Job duties include restroom cleaning, garbage pickup, visitor counts, incident reporting, visitor interaction, and other duties as assigned. Requirements of this position include working with minimal supervision, exercising good judgment, and maintaining high maintenance standards.

Winter Season: Winter duties include those described above although on a smaller scale due to decreased visitation. The position can be physically demanding. Additional winter duties include snow blowing/shoveling, maintaining access to fee stations and latrines, snowmobile operation, and winter trail maintenance. Activities during winter include skiing, hiking, sledding, wildlife viewing and snowmobiling (if snow depth is adequate). Experience in winter-based activity is especially helpful.

Time Commitment: Summer: 5 months, 5/1 – 9/30 Winter: 10/1 to 4/30

Allowance/Housing: Host cabin and phone. No pets permitted.

Send Application to:
 Superintendent Ben Corwin

Alaska State Parks – Chugach
18620 Seward Hwy
Anchorage, AK 99516

phone: (907) 344-0069
fax: (907) 345-6982
email: ben.corwin@alaska.gov

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Bird Creek Campground

Bird campground is located between the highway and picturesque Turnagain Arm, which is famous for its bore tides and its beluga whales. A mixed forest of birch and spruce surrounding the campground provides an attractive background for 24 camping sites. Nearby Bird Creek is a stocked salmon fishery managed by the Department of Fish and Game.  Bird Campground is within easy travel distance of Anchorage.

Job duties: Provide visitor information, daily visit counts, light maintenance, park watch, and daily campground management. Need to possess a high interest in public contact and offering public information on trails, hazards, and directions. The position offers great opportunities and physical exercise for the recreation-minded person.

Amenities: Subsistence allowance, phone, electricity (by generator), water, and dump.

Season: 5 months, 5/1 – 9/30, entire season desired.

Contact: Ranger Tom Crockett

Phone: 907-345-5014

Email: Thomas.Crockett@alaska.gov

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Bird Creek Campground Overflow

The Overflow Campground is located above the highway with views of Turnagain Arm, which is famous for its Bore Tides and its beluga whales. It is well known for its quiet family atmosphere where people return year after year. The campground receives high use on holidays with moderate to high use on most weekends. The host site has electrical, water, and septic hookups.

Job duties: Provides visitor information, daily visit counts, light maintenance, and park watch. Need to possess a high interest in public contact and offering public information on trails, hazards, and directions. The position offers great opportunities and physical exercise for the recreation-minded person.

Amenities: Subsistence allowance, phone, electricity, water, and septic.

Season: 5 months, 5/1 – 9/30, entire season desired.

Contact: Ranger Tom Crockett

Phone: 907-345-5014

Email: Thomas.Crockett@alaska.gov

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Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: McHugh Creek Day Use Area

McHugh Creek provides stunning views of the Kenai Mountains and Turnagain Arm. It consists of 30 parking spaces, latrines, picnic tables, and fire pits. Belugas and the popular bore tides are often summertime attractions. A jumping off point for the Turnagain Arm area, many people use McHugh to access the many trails paralleling the Seward highway.

On weekends, McHugh creek fills with picnickers and nature viewers. During spring and early summer, it is common to see moose calves wandering with their mothers throughout the area.

Job Duties: Visitor information, daily visit counts, light maintenance, and park watch. Need a high interest in public contact and offering public information on trails, hazards, and directions. Applicants should have a strong interest in hiking. The position offers great opportunities and physical exercise for the recreation-minded person.

Amenities: Subsistence allowance, phone, electricity, water, and septic.

Season: 5 months, 5/1 – 9/30, entire season desired.

Contact: Ranger Tom Crockett

Phone: 907-345-5014

Email: Thomas.Crockett@alaska.gov

Camp Hosting in Alaska State Parks: Eklutna Lake Campground (2 host positions)

This popular 50-site campground also has an 8-site overflow, two group camping sites, a picnic area, and a trailhead to 30 miles of trail. It is located one hour north of Anchorage at the western end of 8-mile long glacier-fed Eklutna Lake. The area offers opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, ATV’ing, horseback riding, kayaking, and fishing.

Job duties: Host duties include welcoming campers and day users and acquainting them with the park area and facilities, light maintenance, informing visitors of park regulations and fees, staffing an entrance fee station on the weekends and holidays, assisting the area park ranger and staff with the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the campground facilities. There are two positions, one for the main campground and one for the overflow campground.

Amenities: Subsistence allowance, electricity, phone, water, and dump. No pets are permitted in state housing or vehicles.

Season: 4 months, 5/15 – 9/15, entire season preferred.

Contact: Ranger Keith Wilson

Phone: 907-688-0910

Email: Keith.Wilson@alaska.gov

Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge: Potter Marsh (1 host position)

Nestled between Cook Inlet and the Chugach Mountains, this 32,000-acre state wildlife refuge cradles the southern and western edge of the City of Anchorage. The refuge’s tide flats and wetlands support 215 species of birds, 20 species of mammals, 5 species of Pacific salmon, and other wildlife.

Potter Marsh, a 520-acre freshwater marsh, is the most accessible and popular area of the refuge and contains several day-use wildlife viewing sites including a half-mile of elevated boardwalks, viewing decks, spotting scopes, and short trails. The marsh provides a habitat for shorebirds, waterfowl, bald eagles, moose, brown and black bears, beavers, muskrats, spawning salmon, and many other species.

Duties: Overall supervision of visitor use sites, greeting visitors in an informal setting on boardwalks and viewing sites, providing information and answering questions, and light maintenance. Optional duties for interested volunteers include staffing wildlife viewing sites and conducting informal bird identification walks.

Amenities: RV/Trailer host parking area (volunteers must provide their own RV or camper), freshwater and wastewater holding tanks, subsistence reimbursement (with receipts) up to $575/month, electrical generator, cooking and heating fuel, uniform, and cell phone are provided. Showers are available at a nearby refuge facility.

Season: Mid-May through mid-September, the entire season is preferred but may be split.

Contact: Joe Meehan

Alaska Department of Fish and Game

333 Raspberry Road

Anchorage, Alaska 99518

phone: (907) 267-2281

fax: (907) 267-2344

email: joe.meehan@alaska.gov

website: http://www.refuges.adfg.alaska.gov.

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