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2 people are interested
Ferry drivers needed on the scenic St. Johns River
ORGANIZATION: Colt Creek State Park
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2 people are interested
Hontoon Island State Park is looking for volunteers to help drive the ferry! Must have a boatUS card or be willing to get one with in your first week of hire. Must possess and maintain a Florida Class E driver's license and be able to successfully complete a background check.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Drives the ferry when needed, taking patrons back and forth from the parking lot to the island (approximately 50 yards across the St. Johns River). Gives guests information about the park while driving them to the Island. Provides customer service to park patrons. Helps with general maintenance and cleaning of the ferry and ferry dock. Scheduling and hours flexible.
Volunteers receive a volunteer T-Shirt, button up shirt, ball cap, and nametag. Volunteers are eligible for workers compensation and will receive an annual pass for all Florida State Parks after volunteering 500 hours. Resident volunteer positions are available for people volunteering a minimum of 20 hours per week.
For more information, please email Karianne.M.Rivera@dep.state.fl.us or call (386)736-5309
More opportunities with Colt Creek State Park
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Colt Creek State Park
Location:
16000 State Road 471, Lakeland, FL 33809, US
Mission Statement
To provide resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural and cultural resources.
Description
Colt Creek State Park is a 5,067 acre piece of land that provides opportunities for hiking, kayaking, camping, fishing, and picnicking. The park opened to the public in 2007 and boasts 15 miles of multi-use trails, 3 lakes, 3 natural flowing creeks, 34 campsites, and primitive equestrian, group, and hike-in camping. Located in the Green Swamp Region in Lakeland, FL the water of Colt Creek flow into 4 major rivers: Hillsborough, Ocklawaha, Peace, and Withlacoochee. The park is also home to a diverse variety of wildlife including American Alligator, Whitetail Deer, Bobcat, Sherman Fox Squirrel, Gopher Tortoise, and over 150 species of birds and 74 species of butterflies.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Hontoon Island State Park2309 River Ridge RoadDeland, FL 32720
DATE POSTED
July 12, 2018
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- People Skills
- Water Recreation
- Environmental Education
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- boatUS Card