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Campground host at Chickahominy Reservoir

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ORGANIZATION: U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management

Are you ready for your next adventure? The BLM is looking for a fun, friendly, and reliable volunteer to serve as Campground Host at Chickahominy Reservoir Recreation Site in southeast Oregon’s wide-open High Desert. This is your chance to spend a few unforgettable months outdoors, greeting travelers and being part of a public lands team that values your time and energy.


Chickahominy Reservoir has been a go-to fishing destination since 1967, stocked yearly with rainbow trout. You'll meet fellow nature-lovers from all over, all while enjoying wide-open views and peaceful sunrises right from your campsite.


Why Host at Chickahominy?

  • Free campsite with electrical and water hook-ups
  • Garbage and wastewater services provided
  • Monthly reimbursement (individual or couple)
  • Vast scenery, from rugged ridges to wildlife-rich foothills
  • Some of the best trout fishing in Eastern Oregon
  • Opportunities for ice fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing

What Hosts Do:

  • Greet and assist visitors
  • Monitor campground conditions
  • Perform light maintenance (trash pickup, site checks, etc.)
  • Report issues to BLM staff and help keep the area welcoming and safe

Requirements:

  • Be 18+ years old
  • Have your own trailer, camper, or motor home
  • Commit to at least 3 months of spring/early summer service; a second, shorter opportunity may also be available in the fall
  • Be available on weekends and holidays, with mid-week time off

Campground Quick Facts:

  • 28 dry campsites (first-come, first-served)
  • Boat ramp, fish cleaning station, vault restrooms, and drinking water
  • $16/night per vehicle; $5 for extra vehicles
  • Popular trout fishing in spring and fall; ice fishing in winter
  • Shade is limited and winds can be strong--tie things down!


Start Date - 2025-06-30

End Date - 2025-10-15

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About U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management

Location:

760 Horizon Drive, Grand Junction, CO 81506, US

Mission Statement

The Bureau of Land Management's mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Description

The BLM manages 245 million acres of public lands and 700 million acres of mineral estate. These public lands and subsurface acres are integral to the lives and livelihoods of communities and families across the country. We promote multiple-use on public lands to maximize opportunities for commercial, recreational, and conservation activities. This promotes healthy and productive public lands that create jobs in local communities while supporting traditional land uses such as responsible energy development, timber harvesting, grazing, and recreation, including hunting and fishing.

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