Spring Visitor Services Volunteer

Facility

Rolling hills full of grasslands and trees
Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge
Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge is home to many native Texas wildlife and plants, and was specifically established to protect the nesting grounds of the black-capped vireo and the endangered golden-cheeked warbler.
National Wildlife Refuge
Marble Falls,TX

Location

Address

24518 FM 1431
Marble Falls, TX 78654
United States

Volunteer Position Overview

Volunteers Needed
-
Recruitment Start Date
Recruitment End Date
Days
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Training Required
No
Security Clearance Needed
No
Virtual
No
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About This Position


Visitor Services Volunteer:  Visitor Services duties include staffing the visitor center, conducting tours and educational programs, providing interpretive services such as working special events, restocking brochures, cleaning the interior and exterior of public areas including restroom facilities, and some office work. Additional duties may vary depending on individual interest, skills, and talents. Must be able to provide resume. 24 hours per person as a couple, or 32 hours for one person alone. Full hook up RV spot and laundry facility provided.

Duties/Activities

Conservation Education
General Assistance
Other
Trail/Campground Maintenance
Visitor Information

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