Artists-in-Residence

Type: Medium-term individuals
Dates: To be determined
Status: Now in development

Quick summary: Mount Rainier National Park is working on developing an Artists in Residence program similar to those hosted by other national parks.
 
For further information: Details are still being worked out, but if you think you may be interested in participating, contact Volunteer and Outreach Manager Kevin Bacher at 360-569-2211 ext. 3385.
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Audiovisual Specialist

Type: Long-term individuals
Dates: Winter season
Status: In development

Quick summary: Over the years, Mount Rainier has amassed an enormous collection of digital images, which are currently scattered across many hard drives in the park's computer network. Work must be done--and soon--to organize and catalogue this collection, to make it accessible and usable by all staff. This position is currently unfunded and under development.

For further information: Volunteer Program Manager Kevin Bacher, 360-569-2211 ext. 3385.

Keep Wildlife Wild

Type: Short-term groups and individuals
Dates: A date TBD in July or August
Status: Now in development for 2010

Quick summary: Last year, Mount Rainier hosted the first annual "Keep Wildlife Wild" day, intended as a day to bring focus to the problem of wildlife feeding throughout the park. Volunteers roved trails, waypoints, and campgrounds, talking to visitors and handing out brochures about the dangers of wildlife feeding, both to the animals and to individuals.

For further information: Wildlife biologist Alyssa Herr, 360-569-2211 ext. 3318
To participate: Watch for updates about this program on the blog and volunteer calendar.
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Meadow Rover Coordinator Internship

Type: Long-term individuals
Dates: April 19 to October 18
Status: Proposed through the Student Conservation Association, but unlikely to be filled due to lack of fundnig

Quick summary: The Meadow Rover program has gotten large enough to merit a full-time manager helping to coordinate and train volunteers. In addition, projects throughout the spring and fall at Paradise will be coordinated by the intern, including spring trail marking and the placement of wayside exhibits.

For more information: District Interpreter Lee Snook, 360-569-6043
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Public Safety Internship

Type: Long-term individuals
Dates: June to August
Status: Under consideration for 2010

Quick summary: In 2009, an intern was hired through the Student Conservation Association to help Mount Rainier National Park review procedures and practices and improve safety. The position was so successful that it's being considered again for 2010.

For more information: Chief Ranger Chuck Young, 360-569-2211 ext. 3300
To apply: Watch for a job announcement on this blog and on the SCA website.
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