Alaska State Parks Volunteer Program Campground Host Positions - 2012

Kodiak Area Office
1400 Abercrombie Dr.
Kodiak, AK 99615
phone: (907) 486-6339
fax: (907) 486-3320
email: dnr.pkskodiak@alaska.gov

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Buskin River State Recreation Site
Located 4 miles southwest of the town of Kodiak, this 15-site campground is located along one of Alaska's best sport fishing areas. The Buskin River hosts four species of Pacific Salmon, Steelhead, and Dolly Varden trout.
Special Projects: Provide visitor information and assistance, monitor camping fee program, manage firewood sales, and perform light maintenance in restrooms and campsites. Litter pickup in campground, park roads and trails, and keep the Park Ranger advised of activity in the park.
Amenities: Subsistence allowance, electricity, pressurized (cold) water, dump station, close proximity to town/full services. Uniform will be provided.
Season: 3-4 months, 5/15-9/15.
Contact: Thomas Anthony

Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park
Located 4 miles northeast of the town of Kodiak, this 13-site campground is located among the remnants of a WWII installation. Magnificent old-growth Sitka Spruce trees, miles of foot trails, and rocky coastal bluffs make this a premiere destination point for both locals and visitors.
Special Projects: Provide visitor information and assistance, monitor camping fee program, manage firewood sales, perform light maintenance of rest rooms and campsites, litter pickup of campground, park roads and trails, assist in operation of Kodiak Military History Museum.
Amenities: Subsistence allowance, electricity, use of Visitor Center facilities, close proximity to town/full services. Uniform will be provided.
Season: 3-4 months, 6/1 - 9/15.
Contact: Thomas Anthony

Pasagshak River State Recreation Site
Located at the mouth of the Pasagshak River, 40 miles from the town of Kodiak. The river has excellent fishing for three species of Pacific salmon.
Special Projects: Provide visitor information and assistance, maintain campground, keep daily log of campground use and park visitation. Infrequent park staff contact due to distance from main office; must be able to work independently.
Amenities: Subsistence allowance, electricity, cell phone. Uniform will be provided.
Season:  3-4 months, 6/1 - 9/15 and holidays.
Contact: Thomas Anthony