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Campground Host - Jackrabbit Mountain Campground

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ORGANIZATION: USDA Forest Service

Jackrabbit Mountain Campground offers scenic lakeside camping in the beautiful Nantahala National Forest of southwestern North Carolina. Campers can breathe the fresh air of the forest while enjoying numerous recreation activities, including hiking, picnicking, mountain biking, fishing, and water sports at Jackrabbit Recreation Area.


The campground contains 96 non-hookup sites within three separate camping loops; All loops are open May - October. This large facility has spacious well-kept campsites, most of which lie on the water's edge. Families can relax at the swimming beach (May - September), while anglers and boaters can use the boat ramp to access the water. The facility is also equipped with 6 different bath houses with showers, flush toilets, and 2 different picnic shelters. The host site is very spacious with full hookups.


Lake Chatuge has more than 130 miles of shoreline and plenty of water for recreation. Popular water activities include boating, jet skiing, swimming, and fishing. Beach access fee is not included in camping reservation fee and will require on-site payment at fee collection station. Visitors who wish to stay on dry land can explore hiking, biking, and shoreline fishing. Jackrabbit Mountain Recreation Area boasts several hiking trails, and the campground has paved roads for an easy afternoon of bicycling. Mountain bikers can get their wheels dusty on approximately 20 miles of bike-friendly trails.


Campground Host Duties:


  • Assist campers by providing them with information, explaining basic forest regulations, assist with reservations, act as the eyes and ears of the Forest Service by monitoring use and reporting violations or emergencies to the proper authorities.
  • Clean and service restrooms when needed (outside of the janitorial contracts time period), fire pits, campsites, and general ground maintenance
  • Paint
  • Mow
  • Pick up litter.
  • Work safely while adhering to all USFS safety policies.
  • Have fun!

QUALIFICATIONS


Hosts are to be neat in appearance and to keep a tidy and welcoming camp site. Hosts should be in good physical condition and be able to work in a variety of weather conditions including rain, high humidity, and varying temperatures.

SKILLS

  • Camping
  • Carpentry
  • Drivers License
  • Hand Power Tools
  • Other Trade Skills
  • Visitor Information
  • Working with People


Start Date - 2025-05-01

End Date - 2025-10-31

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About USDA Forest Service

Location:

1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250, US

Mission Statement

The USDA Forest Service's mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.

Description

The United States Forest Service (USFS) is an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture that administers the nation’s 154 national forests and 20 national grasslands, spanning 193 million acres of land.

CAUSE AREAS

Emergency & Safety
Environment
Sports & Recreation
Emergency & Safety, Environment, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

465 JACKRABBIT ROADHayesville, NC 28904

(35.01096,-83.77248)
 

SKILLS

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REQUIREMENTS

  • Sunday;Monday;Thursday;Friday;Saturday

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