Park Host at Pine Meadows Campground, Cottage Grove Lake

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The Recreation Operations of the Willamette Valley Project is seeking a highly motivated, energetic couple or 2-person team to serve as the Pine Meadows Campground Host at Cottage Grove Lake. The primary duties and responsibilities of the campground host are to help USACE park rangers ensure that campers have a safe, enjoyable visit while also educating campers of rules and regulations.

Position runs May 15 - September 15. RV campsite with full hookups is provided in exchange for 30 hours of work per week (split between two people). Additionally, after a volunteer has completed at least 250 hours of service they are eligible to receive an America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass.

Cottage Grove Lake and Pine Meadows Campground is set in the gentle rolling hills of the Calapooya Mountains, less than 10 miles from the quaint town of Cottage Grove. Nearby boat ramps give visitors easy access to the lake for boating and fishing. Families can use the swim beach or picnic along the shore. The lake is also a designated stop along the Big River Loop of the Willamette Valley Birding Trail, a self-guided driving tour that includes 138 birding hotspots.

Pine Meadows Campground has nearly 100 sites that each offer fire rings and picnic tables, several of which are on the lake shore. Other amenities include flush toilets, showers, a dump station, children's play area and a swim area.

Pine Meadows Campground and all Army Corps of Engineers land around both Dorena and Cottage Grove Lakes have an alcohol prohibition. All Corps personnel, contractors, volunteers, and the public are required to follow this restriction.

Start Date - 2024-05-15

End Date - 2024-09-15