Volunteer Backcountry - Base Camp Attendant

SUMMARY

Become the welcoming face of adventure at Base Camp! As a Base Camp Attendant, you’ll guide visitors through exciting self-guided exploration, helping them connect with nature, interact with farm animals, and discover the beauty of the Backcountry Wilderness Area. The Base Camp Attendant helps oversee Base Camp Exploration, a self-guided program at the Backcountry Wilderness Area. This volunteer will assist with check-in, handing out chicken food, directing participants to various activities, ensuring safety and rule compliance, and assist with basic camp duties when needed. These activities may be combined with the Camp Backcountry Attendant activities to obtain more volunteer hours.
 

LOCATION

The Backcountry Wilderness Area is an 8,200-acre conservation property that serves as habitat for diverse species and close-to-home access to nature for our community. Surrounded by development, this protected space offers a rare refuge for wildlife and an opportunity for the community to connect with nature.

This individual will be based out of Base Camp, the heart of Camp Backcountry and home to our barnyard animals. As the starting point for most programs, Base Camp is a hub for outdoor education, adventure, and conservation efforts. Base Camp is also home to the Discovery Trail, a short, self-guided interpretive trail where visitors can walk, explore, and learn more about the plants and wildlife on the property.

This volunteer will be outdoors in various weather conditions and may be required to hike on uneven terrain, lift and carry materials, and engage with visitors in a dynamic environment. Volunteers should be comfortable outside, interacting with the public, engaging with and around farm animals, and ensuring the safety of participants while fostering a meaningful connection to nature.
 

DAYS AND TIMES

The shifts for this position are on the following days and times (May-August):
Tuesday 6-8AM, 5-8:30PM

Thursday 6-8AM, 5-8:30PM

Saturday 6-8AM, 5-8:30PM

*Off-Season (starting Sept.) Saturday's Only 6-8AM, 5-8:30PM

We’re flexible and committed to ensuring you have the support and training you need to succeed. We ask for one shift per week but will work with you to create a schedule that meets your needs. We want to make sure you’re able to stay with us long-term and contribute meaningfully to our team and mission, while also making the experience worthwhile for you.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise Base Camp during Base Camp Exploration, ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for visitors.
• Direct participants to attractions such as the farm animals, Discovery Trail, and nature play areas.
• Run the check-in station, greet participants, and distribute chicken food.
• Monitor visitors to ensure they follow safety rules and respect the animals and environment.
• Assist with minor farm duties such as refilling chicken food containers and filling water stations during downtime.
• Facilitate public interactions with farm animals including goats, donkeys, chickens, and ducks.
• Support camp staff upon their arrival by assisting with setup or other duties as needed.
• Provide friendly customer service and answer visitor questions about Base Camp and the Backcountry Wilderness Area.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Strong communication and customer service skills to engage with visitors of all ages.
• Comfortable working around farm animals and nature-based play areas.
• Ability to enforce rules in a positive and respectful manner.
• Willingness to perform light farm maintenance tasks such as refilling feed and water.
• Ability to perform tasks independently and remain attentive to visitor needs.