Campground Hosting Rules

[TEO]

I am contemplating being a volunteer host at some campground this summer, but I don't see much in the way of rules and regulations. I have a dog, a nine year old lab that we rescued many years ago. So far, I have not come across anything that addresses the camp host having an animal. Is there something I missed? Not being able to take my dog would absolutely rule out camp hosting. By the way, I do remember seeing a host with his dog at one campground. The dog was of undetermined lineage and appeared to be the acting assistant host. Coco could easily fill that position.

Thanks for you reply.

Paul

[DianneOK]

Moderator note...I have spent considerable time cleaning this thread up. I am closing it.

I suggest the OP contact the park he is interested in to see if his pet is allowed

[noplace2]

I'll await a reply from "royl" to whom I addressed the question as to his/her assertion about FULL TIMERS.

[Honorman]

Dog Folks wrote:

noplace2 wrote:

royl wrote:
most full timers have pets.

And you know this, how?

From RIVA Survey: "RV owners appreciate the control that RVs offer in today's travel climate. Unlike air travelers, RVers can bring anything they want onboard, including pets.

According to the survey, 57 percent of RV owners bring pets along on trips."

Sounds like "most" to me.

Right On Dog Folks

[Dog_Folks]

noplace2 wrote:

royl wrote:
most full timers have pets.

And you know this, how?

From RIVA Survey: "RV owners appreciate the control that RVs offer in today's travel climate. Unlike air travelers, RVers can bring anything they want onboard, including pets.

According to the survey, 57 percent of RV owners bring pets along on trips."

Sounds like "most" to me.

[Honorman]

noplace2 wrote:

royl wrote:
most full timers have pets.

And you know this, how?

Because on Rv forums rver's talk and show pets names, everyone knows that.

[noplace2]

royl wrote:
most full timers have pets.

And you know this, how?

[royl]

TexasShadow wrote:
Each state has different rules and requirements for camp hosts. as said, if the state park doesn't allow pets, then you can't take yours.

Not really true. The park we have been invited to host at this year is a Florida State Park that does not allow dogs, however it does not apply to the hosts. Most parks understand that we are in our homes and realize that our pets are part of our family and allow pets for the hosts. I would think they would have a hard time keeping hosts if they didn't as most full timers have pets.

[DianneOK]

When we were volunteering at Greenwell SP in MD, the volunteer coordinator for the MD state parks came over and asked us if we would consider coming to Point Lookout. We were never able to get there, unfortunately. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Maryland.

[Merrykalia]

We currently camphost at a Virginia State Park and a Maryland State Park. On the applications, it asks about what type of animals and how many you will have. They are accepted in both of these states.

At the park in Maryland, Point Lookout, they had 6 different campgrounds and we were assigned to a "non-pet" campground, but we parked our rig in one of the pet friendly campgrounds, which was adjacent to it. It was no problem, we just had to walk an extra 100 yards to get to the campground. This park is located south of Annapolis by about 75 miles on the point (hence the name) where the Potomac River runs into the Chesapeake Bay. It is a fisherman's paradise.

Point Lookout is always looking for hosts and it is a wonderful place to host. They appreciate you and do what they can to help you, help them. They really like hosts to stay for several months, but will accept a month long term. The ranger in charge of hosts is Jonas Williams and you can contact him or you can contact Melissa Boyle, Assistant Park Manager at 301-872-5688.

[LewBob]

We've been camp hosts at state parks in Florida and California and at national parks in Texas and Utah. We've had our dog with us each time. No problem. Of course, as others have said, you are expected to follow the regulations that apply to campers at each park.

[TexasShadow]

Each state has different rules and requirements for camp hosts. as said, if the state park doesn't allow pets, then you can't take yours.

[Old-Biscuit]

Does the CG allow dogs?

Then you as host can have a dog.........simple.

Rules for hosting.........what you and CG agree to before hand in writing. Simple.

Anymore complicated then that not worth a free job.

[PawPaw_n_Gram]

It depends upon the location - and I would certainly ask before accepting a position. I would expect it to be in a written description of duties and rules.

In general - locations in more wildlife popular locations will have more restrictions on pets. You usually don't want to be a camp host in National Forest campgrounds in bear country or mountain lion country with a dog.

I've seen several federal postings for camp hosts be very specific - no dogs.

Outside of a couple western states - most state parks seem to be dog friendly.

Another resource for information - look at the general camping rules for the park you are thinking about applying to host. What to the general rules say about dogs. If they are the normal rules - then dogs are likely okay for the hosts. If they seem restrictive - then the hosts might not be allowed dogs.

Also be aware that as camp hosts one of your duties is to make sure folks clean up after their dogs.

[Dog_Folks]

If dogs are not allowed it will be likely stated in the notice of job available, or during the interview process. Best to ask the individual park to be sure.

We have always been allowed to take our dog at the hosting jobs we have had. Just make sure yours is a good camper and won't incessantly bark.