Historic Resources Volunteer

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Park Information:

Located approximately 20 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia, Valley Forge was the site of the 1777-78 winter encampment of George Washington and the Continental Army. The park commemorates the sacrifices and perseverance of the Revolutionary War generation and honors the ability of citizens to pull together and overcome adversity during extraordinary times. ( http://www.nps.gov/vafo )

Benefits for Volunteer:

• Stay physically and mentally fit while improving the community through service to your local, national park.
• Meet others who share your passion for service, history, nature, or recreation.
• Build your professional network and knowledge of the National Park Service.
• Learn a wide range of subjects through complementary training opportunities (e.g., history, natural resources, safety, etc.).
• Be eligible for the National Park Service (NPS) Volunteers-in-Parks (VIP) perks (e.g., The Volunteer Pass to federal lands and recreation sites).
• Be eligible for the Valley Forge National Historical Park (VF NHP) VIP perks (e.g., appreciation programs, discounts, etc.).
• Deepen your appreciation of Valley Forge National Historical Park, each of our key partners, and how we collaborate to steward this land and its stories.

Position Description:

You will actively help Park Rangers achieve our goal of furthering each visitor’s understanding, enjoyment and appreciation of Valley Forge and its historical resources through accurate and effective formal and informal historical conversations. Additionally, volunteers may assist during major park events and commemorative programs (e.g., annual March-in and March-out, Washington's Birthday, Jr. Ranger Day, Homeschool Day, etc.).

Short Term Impact of this Work:

• Visitors hear historically accurate information about the park’s historical resources.

Long Term Impact of this Work:

• Visitors grow in enjoyment and appreciation of national significance of Valley Forge and its historical resources.

Time Commitment:

In additional to initial training (see Training topic below), a minimum commitment of 8 hours monthly, depending on the availability of shifts. The typical shift lasts 4 hours, and shifts are scheduled based upon park priorities and the availability of volunteers. The busiest months are between late spring and fall each year, and the park may extend hours (9am-6pm) during several summer months.

Start Date - 2023-01-17

End Date - 2023-12-31

Activities include: General Assistance;Historical Preservation;Visitor Information

Difficulty_Level: Average