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ORGANIZATION: National Park Service
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Position Overview
Support habitat restoration, gardening, historic building maintenance, and/or trail maintenance projects by performing any number of related tasks. Activities may include, but are not limited to, removing weeds and invasive vegetation, collecting native seed, pruning vegetation, clearing trails, collecting trash, and performing basic construction work. These tasks may incorporate the use of tools including, but not limited to, wheelbarrows, shovels, rakes, pruning shears, hand saws, and hand tools.
Minimum Commitment
Volunteer activities to be accomplished over a minimum period of 2 hours and maximum of 8 hours on any given day.
Goal / Outcome of Job:
To assist park staff on various projects in the park. Opportunity to work alongside park staff and help care for our local national park.
Description of Duties
• Removing weeds and invasive vegetation
• Clearing trails
• Collecting trash
• Basic construction work
Knowledge/ Skills Desired
• No special skills or training needed. We provide all training, tools, and leadership.
Difficulty Level
Average. Ability to lift 10-20 lbs and work on uneven terrain, varies by project.
Working Conditions:
Working outside. Volunteer should be prepared for the weather conditions.
Training / Preparation Required:
We provide all training and leadership the day of.
Start Date - 2024-10-01
End Date - 2025-09-30
Activities include: General Assistance
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About National Park Service
Location:
1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240, US
Mission Statement
The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.
Description
The U.S. National Park Service, www.nps.gov, cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage. We care for more than 400 national parks and help communities preserve their historic places and open spaces.
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WHERE
1215 IN-49Porter, IN 46304
DATE POSTED
May 7, 2025
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
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REQUIREMENTS
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