Photographer

Facility

Red and orange trees line a pond in fall.
Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge
Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge was established as a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. The abundance of lakes, rivers and marshes along with the diverse landscape of dense forest to open meadows attracts a plethora of wildlife.
National Wildlife Refuge
Rochert,MN

Location

Address

35704 County Highway 26
Rochert, MN 56578
United States

Date Range
-

Volunteer Position Overview

Volunteers Needed
-
Recruitment Start Date
Recruitment End Date
Training Required
No
Security Clearance Needed
No
Virtual
No
Suitability
Adults, Seniors, Teens
Difficulty level
Average
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About This Position

The purpose of the photographer is to take high quality photos documenting refuge events, environmental education activities, resource management activities (including staff and volunteers) and the flora and fauna of the refuge. These images may be used in social media, websites, flyers and more. If interested photographers may lead photo safaris/workshops on the refuge for the public, sharing their photography skills and special places on refuge.

Duties/Activities

Other
Tour Guide/Interpretation

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