Campground Host - September 2026

Volunteer Campground Hosts needed for September 2026

Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge is a wetlands oasis on the northern edge of the Mojave Desert. Preserved for thousnds of migratory birds, it is an important nesting ground for the endangered southwestern willow flycatcher. Campground hosts play an important role in informing the public of the refuge’s conservation mission and many recreational opportunities. To learn more about the refuge please visit www.fws.gov/refuge/pahranagat and view therefuge film at https://vimeo.com/87545027 . The refuge has a small staff of about 5 people, supplemented with 5-10 volunteers depending on the time of year. The nearby town of Alamo (10-minute drive) has churches, pharmacy, gas station, small grocery store, gym, post office, salon, and library. Refuge staff and volunteers can participate in potlucks, game nights, and pickleball, and the refuge has a small workout room with treadmill, elliptical, and weight machines. Wi-fi, laundry machines, and a shower are available at the refuge headquarters, located 5 minutes away from the campground. 

A camp host site is provided at the campground with a shade structure, picnic table, electricity, sewer, propane, and water. Package delivery to the refuge is available. Volunteers must have their own RV (or similar) for housing.

Duties:

• Greet visitors and provide information about the refuge. Restock brochures throughout the refuge.
• Assist in light, daily cleaning of displays and restrooms. This includes cleaning pit toilets, fire pits, grills, picking up litter, light maintenance, and light grounds keeping.
• Inform visitors of regulations.
• Record visitation.
• Be available to assist with special events and interpretive programs.
• Occasionally fill in at visitor center when other staff are not available.
• Drive a refuge vehicle.
• Wear U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service volunteer’s uniform.
• If desired, volunteers may assist with other refuge duties such as removing invasive weeds, migratory bird banding, and participating in special events.

Requirements: The Campground Host position requires a commitment of 24-32 hours per volunteer per week.

When applying, please provide contact information for three references. Two references should be professional. If applying as couple, please provide both applicant names.Sept