The Mt. Hood National Forest, the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest and the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area are seeking interns to perform stream inventories. Work involves the collection of data on stream habitats, stream and riparian conditions, and fish presence. istoric Timberline Lodge on the Mt. Hood NF is seeking summer interns for its interpretive and conservation education program. Interns represent the USDA Forest Service at Timberline Lodge and in its scenic surroundings, providing guided tours at the lodge, leading nature hikes and campfire talks. More Information

Interns receive a small stipend and government housing.

http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mthood/employment/newTLLinterp08.pdf

www.pcta.org    :

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

February 29, 2008

Do the padded walls of your cubicle feel like they are closing in?

Are you dreaming of wilderness adventure right now?

Then we have the job for you.

Work passionately on behalf of the finest hiking and equestrian trail in the Western United States.  You don’t need to daydream any more – you can have an outdoor lifestyle and a rewarding full time professional career too.  Work for the Pacific Crest Trail Association!

The Pacific Crest Trail Association, headquartered in Sacramento, California is dedicated to protecting, preserving and promoting the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail.  The following staff position is currently open:

Regional Representative for the North Central California Region

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Establish PCTA’s first regional office in the Reno/Tahoe area
• Work with a wide variety of agency partners and volunteer organizations to protect and enhance the Pacific Crest Trail experience for generations to come.
• Facilitate and support the growth and effectiveness of volunteer trail workers and leaders throughout the region.
• Spend time outdoors and on the trail.

The Regional Representative is a key full time staff position based in the North Central California Region.  Annual Salary is $34,000 - $38,000, depending on qualifications.  Benefits include health insurance, a contribution to a 403b plan, 11 paid holidays, paid vacation and paid sick leave.

We are seeking applicants with:

• A bachelor’s degree in natural resource, recreation, planning or related field
• Minimum two years relevant work experience
• Trail design, construction and maintenance skills
• Proven experience in working with and as a volunteer
• Experience with public land managing agencies and volunteer organizations
• Strong organization, writing and speaking skills
• Self-motivated professional performance
• Knowledge and experience of the PCT and/or the national trails system
• Ability to work cooperatively with a wide variety of partners

Submit resumes by March 26th.         Additional info on position and PCTA at www.pcta.org

Please e-mail resume, list of 3 references familiar with your qualifications, letter of interest detailing applicable qualifications, and salary history to:   Mike Dawson, Director of Trail Operations, e-mail: MDawson@PCTA.org

Pacific Crest Trail Association is an Equal Opportunity Provider.

NEXT ADVENTURE OUTDOOR STORE

Do you want to share your love of the outdoors with others?  Do you thrive in a fast-paced team environment?  Next Adventure is always accepting resumes from friendly outgoing folks!  Make sure to include a cover letter detailing your outdoor experiences.  Go ahead and let us know what departments you would be most interested or qualified to work in (for bonus points, include your superpower).  As positions in specific departments become available, we will post more detailed information.  See you at the shop!

http://www.nextadventure.net/jobs

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