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85 people are interested
Walking Tour Guide
ORGANIZATION: Hostelling International-Portland Northwest International Hostel
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85 people are interested
Overview:
Lead walking tours around Nob Hill and the Pearl district, pointing out interesting historical information, city trivia, and other relevant information about Portland. To create the opportunity for travelers to learn about the historical and cultural relevance of the area and have an one-on-one encounter with a local. Local volunteers offer a unique insider’s perspective to our hostel guests.
Benefits:- Resume building experience and a letter of reference at the end of the assignment.
- Meet people from all over the world.
- Learn about local culture and history.
- Public speaking and foreign language building experience.
Time Commitment:
- Minimum of three hours per month for six months.
- Tours can be scheduled morning, afternoon & evenings (can be any day of the week).
- Consult with hostel activities coordinator for scheduling.
- Orientation on programs and activities provided by HI-Portland, Northwest Hostel.
- Training on group facilitation skills.
- Attend at least one HI-Portland, Northwest Hostel Walking Tour to observe process and techniques.
- Script and/or other written materials provided.
- Reports to HI-Portland, Northwest Hostel activities coordinator.
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About Hostelling International-Portland Northwest International Hostel
Location:
425 NW 18th Ave, Portland, OR 97209, US
Mission Statement
The Hostelling International - Portland, Northwest Hostel is affiliated with Hostelling International USA, a nonprofit organization with the mission "to help all, especially the young, gain a greater understanding of the world and its people through hostelling."
To fulfill this mission, we provide educational and recreational opportunities for people of all ages and nationalities through low-cost, high-quality accommodations and activities. Through formal programming as well as informal socializing among hostellers, we promote international awareness and understanding. The HI-Portland, Northwest Hostel was established in 1998 as a 34-bed hostel. Since then, we have expanded and now have a total of 74 dorm beds and 20 private rooms.
Hostelling International USA (registered as American Youth Hostels, Inc.) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership organization founded in 1934 to promote international understanding of the world and its people through hostelling. HI-USA is an organization driven by its mission of promoting global understanding through educational travel. Hostels, by design, are facilities that encourage interaction among their inhabitants. Common rooms, shared kitchen facilities, and small dormitory accommodations provide an environment that leads to valuable lessons in cooperative living. The very essence of the hostelling experience nurtures intercultural exchange, and it is in this context that all program content is implemented and enhanced."To help all especially the young, gain a greater understanding of the World and it's people through hostelling"
Description
HI-Portland Northwest International hostel, welcomes travelers from all over the world. Serves the community through partnerships with other non-profits, and provides cultural programs and oppertiunities for youth.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
425 NW 18th AvePortland, OR 97209
DATE POSTED
August 25, 2017
SKILLS
- Public Speaking
- History
- People Skills
- Event Planning / Management
- Community Outreach
- Cross-cultural Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 6 months
- We prefer (though do not require!) volunteers who have an interest in world travel and hostelling.