We need your help this spring and summer at the Gladie Cultural-Environmental Learning Center in the picturesque Red River Gorge Geologic Area of the Daniel Boone National Forest, located near Slade Kentucky. We are looking for volunteers to staff the Learning Center Information Desk. This area is a favorite destination for rock climbers, hikers, backpackers, floaters, nature enthusiasts and scenic viewers of all ages.
Main Duties: Greeting the public, in a polite and positive manner, answering questions and providing accurate information about recreation opportunities, answering the phone, and providing accurate and professional information about recreation opportunities.
Other duties can include staffing of the Historic Gladie Cabin, roving interpretation, staffing interpretative displays at trailheads and helping with events and/or evening campground programs. Light cleaning of restroom and center ensuring brochure rack is fully stocked with brochures, assisting with education and interpretation programs.
This is a wonderful opportunity to visit and live in one of the most unique areas of the Daniel Boone National Forest. The Red River Gorge is known for its abundant natural stone arches, unusual rock formations, and spectacular sandstone cliffs. It is home to White-haired Goldenrod, a plant which grows nowhere else in the World. Birds, deer, foxes and other animals can be seen regularly in the area. We can provide a campsite with electric, water and sewer hookup adjacent to the center. Skills needed: Flexible and positive attitude. Enjoy working with people. Willingness to do a variety of jobs, cleaning restrooms, sweeping, etc. Organizational skills: Basic map reading. Required work hours: 32 per week and will include weekends. Positions available: start date March 28 - end date November 2, 2014.
Please contact:
Mark A. Engler
Director, Gladie Cultural & Environmental
Learning Center - Red River Gorge Geological Area
Daniel Boone National Forest
3451 Skybridge Road, Hwy 715
Stanton, Kentucky 40380
606.663.8100 ext. 102
maengler@fs.fed.us
