2027 Winthrop National Fish Hatchery RV Host

As the Winthrop National Fish Hatchery Host, you'll enjoy a RV site with full hookups in exchange for 20 hours of service per week. Live, work and play in the beautiful Methow Valley while making a meaningful impact!

RV Site Features:

• Full hookups: potable water, septic, and up to 50 Amp electrical service
• Free internet, trash, and recycling
• Washer and dryer available in the on-site office building
• Approx. 12 ft x 45 ft gravel pad with a small patio area
• Located next to the visitor parking lot and a scenic walking/biking trail

Typical Schedule:

Friday through Monday, plus the last three Wednesdays in August to assist with spring Chinook spawning.

Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

We’re flexible! If you need to adjust your schedule, just let us know.

Volunteer Duties

• Greet guests as they arrive and offer guided tours
• If visitors prefer to explore on their own, kindly remind them to stay out of fenced or restricted
• Assist with special events such as Winthrop Kids Fishing Day in mid June

Help us keep the hatchery welcoming and beautiful! Tasks may include:

• Weekly cleaning and restocking of visitor restrooms
• Dusting and cobweb removal in the main hatchery building
• Maintaining flower beds and outdoor spaces
• Refilling brochures, coloring books, and educational materials
• Monitoring the facility after hours and reporting any concerns
• Emptying trash bins and refilling the trout feed bucket as needed

Optional Projects Based on Your Interests

We’re happy to tailor your experience! You might also:

• Assist with fish culture (feeding fish, cleaning rearing units)
• Help with maintenance and landscaping (painting, mowing, weed eating)
• Help with development, planting and care of native plant pollinator garden